Massage therapists need to take care of personal health and well-being, in order to stay in their chosen career. MASSAGE Magazine presents articles on body mechanics, ergonomics, nutrition, meditation, exercise, relaxation, self-massage and more.
When Ricky Arras was a kid, he went to summer camp sporadically—but as an adult he goes every summer. In fact, he loves summer camp so much he somet…
Jon has a client, Marilyn, who never seems to be quite satisfied with her bodywork sessions, even though he is highly successful with other clients i…
“There’s an essential oil for that!” We’ve heard this exclaimed by friends, from colleagues and by clients—and maybe even by strangers at the grocer…
Massage therapist burnout is a real concern, and can occur from overwork, poor body mechanics or the stress of running a practice. According to Ayur…
For most of us, maintaining a healthy and appropriate balance in our lives can at times be difficult. It is in those moments our doubts can find a h…
Throughout history, most people slept about 10 hours a night—and then in 1879, Thomas Edison invented the electric light. Suddenly, activity was no …
Breath is with us—within us—in every moment of our lives. Breath work, or intentionally shifting our breath, has the potential to help us relax, hea…
Massage therapy is a physically demanding profession that can cause a lot of wear and tear on the body of the therapist unprepared for its rigors. T…