You Can Be Confident in Wearing (and Removing) a Face Mask — if You Follow These 7 Steps
With people worldwide still contracting the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask when in public or near others, in addition to social…
Massage and Blood Clots: What We Know About Deep Vein Thrombosis & COVID-19 (Possible Mechanism Found)
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) as a COVID-19 development is of serious concern to massage therapists now. MASSAGE Magazine updated this article wi…
“That Was Easy.” Massage Educator Benny Vaughn Describes the COVID-19 Sanitation Steps that Keep His Clients & Staff Safe
Educator and sports massage therapist Benny Vaughn has some advice for massage therapists wondering how to practice safely during the pandemic. …
Updated Details on Federal & State Financial Help Available to Small-Business Owners and Independent Contractors
This guide to federal and state financial aid packages includes updated information to help you secure loans, grants and benefits. Updated: Aug…
COVID-19 Symptoms: More Complex & Long-Lasting than We Thought?
A new report from Indiana University School of Medicine reflects what many news outlets are also reporting: COVID-19 symptoms can be present in su…
All Therapists Benefit from Massage Educator Certification
We have all suffered from underprepared and under-qualified educators in this field, and we will all benefit from a stronger and more consistent e…
PPE in Massage Practice: MTs (and Clients) Adapt to Thermometers, Shields & Masks
In response to coronavirus (COVID-19), massage therapists are adapting to necessary safety procedures — and massage clients are too. Massage th…
Social Distancing Might be the Biggest Stressor in Your Massage Clients’ Lives Right Now
Stay-at-home, social distancing and shelter-in-place orders have been key elements in the fight against the coronavirus (COVID-19). While these…
MTs Ask: What is Asymptomatic Transmission of Coronavirus and What Does it Mean for My Practice?
A significant percentage of the population — 45% or even higher, according to recent research — could have coronavirus but show mild or no symptom…
Benny Vaughn Asks Massage Therapists To Do This One Thing to Help End Racism
Massage therapist and educator Benny Vaughn relates his experiences growing up in the Deep South, as well as discrimination he has faced as a Blac…