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

This is How to Educate Clients on the Benefits of Regular Massage

Massage therapists are well aware of the benefits of regular massage t…

October 19, 2020

Start a Massage Practice: From Massage School to Professional Touch

When you start a massage practice, much of the first year of your care…

October 5, 2020

Working With High-Profile Massage Clients Pre-COVID-19 & During the Pandemic

Everything was still the same as I walked along the unpaved hiking tra…

September 23, 2020

This is How to Get More Massage Customers using Evidence-Based Marketing

You want to get more massage customers — but most massage therapy mark…

September 17, 2020

Laws and Legislation

Although there are many techniques to specialize in, we chose these 15 techniques as some that will be a natural step up from a relaxation practice.

The Top 15 Techniques to Learn in 2020

Specialization helps you stand out from other massage therapists—and i…

May 1, 2020

Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation (IASTM) is rapidly becoming a popular tool for massage therapists to look into for use in their practices.

Your New Massage Tool: Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation

Many massage therapists use tools in their massage sessions. Instrumen…

January 29, 2019

COVID-19 Long-Haulers Puzzle Health Experts

Public health experts are largely baffled as to how to treat these virus long-haulers, who continue to deal with lingering COVID-19 symptoms

October 28, 2020

Too Much or Not Enough? This is How to Apply Corrected Massage Pressure

Correct massage pressure is one thing that gets a client to return for another appointment with you, having enjoyed the massage he received

October 27, 2020

Make Orthopedic Massage More Effective Using Active Engagement Techniques

Figure 1. Pin and stretch applied to the elbow flexors is an example of a…

October 26, 2020

“Can I Afford to Buy That?” Here’s How to Finance a CE Class, New Table or Equipment

Highly skilled touch, functional equipment and a beautiful environment…

October 23, 2020

Practice Building

Connect with Customers—Especially Those Who are Pausing Massage Sessions During COVID-19

You can connect with customers to offer your clients support and encouragement in a number of different ways, beyond hands-on sessions

October 22, 2020

Massage Business Success Means Learning to Love the Financial Side of Your Practice

For those who are business owners, you know there is a lot of work happening behind the scenes that leads to massage business success.

October 15, 2020

The Top 5 Reasons Why Where You Buy Massage Products Matters

You buy massage products on a regular basis, and you owe it to yourself and your clients to use authentic, high-quality massage products

October 8, 2020

The New MT’s Guide to Meeting CE Requirements

Do you know how to meet your massage CE requirements? Learning abou…

September 28, 2020

Research

Hand and Foot Massage Decrease Preoperative Anxiety

Five minutes of massage on each hand or each foot resulted in a signif…

July 1, 2020

Meta-Analysis Shows Lavender Aromatherapy Reduces Anxiety

Lavender aromatherapy, massage with lavender essential oil and the ora…

May 1, 2020

Hot Stone Massage Improves Sleep in Hemodialysis Patients

Three half-hour sessions of hot stone massage each week for four weeks…

April 1, 2020

Massage Benefits People with Subacute, Persistent Neck Pain

Massage therapy alone or combined with exercise therapy led to short-t…

March 1, 2020

Self-Care

MT Body Mechanics: There is a Right Way and a Wrong Way to Stand at Your Table

As an experienced MT, it’s easy to forget proper body mechanics—they are key to an excellent massage and protecting your body from injury.

October 16, 2020

MT Self-Care: 7 Ways to Build a Strong Immune System

Taking the self-care steps to build a strong immune system will keep you healthy and available to massage clients.

October 9, 2020

Learn How to Relax Body & Mind: 3 Steps to Implement Now

Stress related to COVID-19, the economy and social differences is at a high point, so it is crucial to know how to relax.

September 25, 2020

Massage Therapists: Spotting Danger is Your First Line of Self-Defense

Whether you practice as a mobile massage therapist or see clients at y…

September 9, 2020

Technique

Contact Time is a Necessary Massage-Practice Sanitation Protocol

While massage therapists should always employ superior sanitation prac…

October 21, 2020

What is Reflexology? (It’s More than Just a Foot Massage)

An increasing number of spas and massage therapists are offering foot …

October 20, 2020

San Diego Pain Summit Can Be Attended Virtually in 2020

SAN DIEGO, CA, Oct. 6, 2020 — The San Diego Pain Summit may be attende…

October 16, 2020

The Massage Profession Needs to Face the Future—United

In this essay, the author says: "I have a vision that the massage fiel…

October 14, 2020

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October 13, 2020

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October 13, 2020

Myofascial Techniques to Address Headache & Migraine

Massage and hands-on bodywork like myofascial release help headaches. …

October 13, 2020

Saltability’s Ann Brown Recognized as a Top Philanthropist in American Spa’s Women in Wellness Awards

BOCA RATON, FL — Saltability founder and CEO Ann Brown has been named …

October 8, 2020