Massage Therapy for Breast Cancer Patients
Women with breast cancer are at risk for elevated depression, anxiety, and decreased natural killer cell number. Stress has been linked to increased tumor development by decreasing natural killer cell activity. A study included 34 women diagnosed with Stage 1 or 2 breast cancer and examined massage therapy for improving mood and biological measures associated […]
Staff Training Linked to a Financially Successful Massage Business
Can your staff help you build a financially successful massage therapy business? The first step is to educate your staff about your financial goals. The second step is to let your staff know how they can help you achieve your goals. Here are 2 ways to get your staff involved in achieving your massage therapy […]
Massage Therapists Need Massage Liability Insurance
Why is professional liability insurance a necessity for massage therapists? Massage clients can injure themselves in a number of ways, with some of these injuries occurring in your place of business. Potential Injuries can occur, or be exacerbated, as a result of services, even with the most professionalism and care on your part. Liability insurance […]
Sports Massage for Active Lifestyle Clients
Sports massage is not just for athletes! Sports massage is beneficial for clients who want to decrease muscle tension and pain, while increasing flexibility, mobility, and performance. 3 ways active lifestyle clients benefit from sports massage include: The combination of massage techniques and assisted stretching helps increase muscle efficiency and flexibility. Sports massage improves physical performance […]
Military Service Members Benefit from Massage Therapy
Why do military service members benefit from massage therapy? Massage therapy offers many benefits in helping active duty military service members bring their peak physical performance to work. Massage aids in stretching muscles, increases flexibility, and improves posture so they can perform the physical aspects of their job. Massage therapy also helps reduce symptoms of […]
How to Stay Strong & Healthy as a Massage Therapist
What do all massage therapists need to do to stay strong and healthy? A career as a massage therapist is physically and emotionally demanding. There can be a risk of burnout or injury, thus taking care of yourself, and your body is important. Here are a few tips to help you enjoy a long, healthy, […]
Massage Therapy for Neck Pain
How common is neck pain? An estimated 50% of adults report having neck pain each year and research supports massage therapy provides some neck pain relief and improved range of motion. There are many types of massage, each with variations in techniques, strokes, and pressure applied by the hands and other methods. When a massage […]
Tips to Building A Successful Massage Therapy Business
What does it take to build a successful massage therapy practice? Here are 4 tips that will help you achieve the successful massage therapy business you desire. Build an effective website to market your massage business. Build your clientele by brainstorming what makes you different and unique. Market Your massage therapy business to the right […]
Massage Therapy As An Alternative to Opioids
Does research support massage therapy as an alternative to opioids? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) millions of Americans are treated with prescription opioids for chronic pain, and close to 12 million Americans, aged 12 or older reported misuse of opioids. A growing body of research continues to support the efficacy […]
Employment of Medical Massage Therapists Is On the Rise
What is a medical massage therapist? A medical massage therapist is a licensed massage therapist (LMT) who treats health conditions diagnosed by a doctor. Medical massage therapists pursue advanced training and experience and work closely with doctors to treat patients who are affected by pain, illness, or injury. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor […]