Practice

MASSAGE Magazine contributes to massage therapists’ practice success with informational and inspiring articles and advice. The massage therapy profession offers a variety of practice venues and specialties—and no matter where a therapist practices, staying on top of new techniques, technology, products and self-care is necessary for a successful and enduring career.

Clientele

What you should expect during your first massage session—and how can you make sure the experience is as enjoyable as possible.

What to Expect During Your First Massage Session

If you’re anything like me, the anticipation of receiving a massage can fee…

September 27, 2018

Therapists should aim to bring clients to a place where they are experiencing the right level of massage pressure during the session.

Massage Pressure: When is it Too Much (or Not Enough)?

The concept of applied massage is an interesting and ubiquitous one in ma…

July 9, 2018

An estimated 50 percent of adults report having neck pain each year. People frequently come to MTs for massage for neck pain.

Do You Have Neck Pain? Here Are 4 Ways Massage Can Help

Neck pain is a mystery—and unfortunately, there is not a ton of research …

July 2, 2018

Do You Have Low Back Pain? Here Are 4 Ways Massage Can Help

An estimated 85 percent of all American adults will experience some form …

June 25, 2018

Laws and Legislation

While it is important to have a heart of service, the key to succeed is knowing how to take care of yourself and how to connect with yourself.

This is How Self-Connection Supports Clients

As massage therapy practitioners and bodyworkers, we often enter this pro…

October 12, 2018

Dude ranch texas are massage therapists who travel Texas’ back roads with their massage tables—finding opportunity and eager clients along the way.

These MTs Work at Texas Dude Ranches—and They Love It!

When the closest city is nearly 20 miles away from you, finding regular mas…

October 11, 2018

Zeel Named to the Inc. 5000 for Second Consecutive Year

NEW YORK CITY—Inc. Magazine named Zeel, the Massage On Demand company and n…

October 11, 2018

Incorporate Massages Announces Seed Funding Oversubscribed at 112% of Goal

SALT LAKE CITY—Incorporate Massage, the leader in onsite corporate massage …

October 10, 2018

Practice Building

Massage instructor Jill Berkana shares how challenges—and taking risks to overcome them—led her to create a successful massage practice and school.

Colorado MT’s Story Shows that Becoming a Massage Therapist Isn’t Always a Straightforward Path

When Jill Berkana lived in Boulder, Colorado, she was looking for a new c…

October 4, 2018

The key to a successful interview is preparation. Review your research about the company, such as its history, mission and organizational structure.

How to Ace Your Massage Interview

Employment as a massage therapist is a viable career option, whether full-time or part-time. If you decide to apply for a job, you might be selected to come in for an interview. A successful interview is a key component of landing your desired job. There are many jobs available to you today, in venues including clinics, chiropractors’ offices, other massage therapists’ practices, franchises and spas.

September 20, 2018

Are you looking forward, meaning do you have a clear vision of the trajectory of your massage therapist career path and how it will end?

7 Steps that will Keep You On Your Massage Therapist Career Path

It might seem crazy to ask if you are looking forward to the end of your career, particularly if you have just begun—but the question is intended in the most literal sense. Are you looking forward, meaning do you have a clear vision of the trajectory of your massage therapist career path and how it will end? As a wise businessperson in a hands-on field, you must map out a path to ensure that you end your career rather than your career ending you.