Upper-Body Flexibility for Pain-Free Practice
As professional massage therapists, we know how important it is to keep our bodies healthy and strong. We’ve learned about proper body mechani…
Massage Practice Articles
Do You Know What to Look For in a CE Class?
Continuing education is a staple of the massage therapy field. Most states require the completion of massage therapy continuing education to m…
LGBTQ People Need Massage Too: 4 Ways to Welcome a Diverse Clientele
I opened my massage studio, Soma, when my son, Max, was in first grade. A year later, we had practically doubled our staff and our clientele, …
Do You Dread Speaking in Public? Here are 7 Body-Based Actions to Build Confidence
Speaking publicly about the benefits of massage is one way to educate potential clients; to build clientele; and to support the massage therapy pr…
Is Functional Medicine a Good Fit For Your Massage Skills?
Health professionals who practice Functional Medicine act as detectives of a sort: They ask patients the right questions; use primary and advanced…
Medical Massage: The Topical You Choose Does Matter
Massage therapists are known for providing stress relief and promoting an overall sense of well-being. For those who engage in medical massage, th…
No Money? No Time? No Excuses. Here’s How to Create a Home Gym for $81.
MASSAGE Magazine’s associate editor, Allison Payne, took $100 and the advice of master trainer Shaun Zetlin to the sporting goods store, returning…
Top 5 Nutrition Tips to Give Yourself More Energy
Organic Breakfast Quinoa with Nuts Milk and Berries You want to be at the top of your game for your classes, studying, and providing bodywork; maki…
5 Ways to Market — Without Using Social Media
If you operate a massage business you likely wear many hats, from business owner to marketer and everything in between. In the massage industr…
Is Lymphatic Drainage Massage the Solution to Our Inflammation Crisis?
The prevalence of inflammation and associated health conditions is increasing in the developed world. Inflammation has become the subject of i…