A recent article in Massage Magazine caught our attention. It discusses arnica, and how arnica-infused products can help improve circulation. Today we’re summarizing that piece while also exploring how different groups of patients, specifically athletes, can benefit from improved circulation. For athletes, key benefits of a healthy circulatory system include an uptick in athletic performance. The benefits of arnica can be valuable for sports massage clients and others. Read on to learn more. […]

Most massage therapy schools offer different courses that cover various massage techniques. If you clearly understand your end goal, you can easily choose a proper program that suits your preferred career path. […]

If you are considering a career in massage therapy, then it is important to note that there are a number of benefits that can be reaped from being in this field. Below is a list of ways you can benefit from being a massage therapist: […]

Assuming your massage therapist is competent, massage always feels good. But one type of massage, deep tissue massage, creates a uniquely satisfying feeling that can also be quite intense. If the LMT is skillful, deep tissue massage relieves tension from muscle adhesions.

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Modern gadgets are like candy for the brain—but they are a pain in the neck, literally. Smartphones, for instance, cause most users to drop their heads forward and down. This technology-adaptive head position is now so common that health professionals have a special term for it – “Text Neck.” In our NW massage therapy school, students learn how to take clinical notes and spot postural patterns that point to treatment options. Text Neck is widespread enough to be called an epidemic, so we’re dedicating today’s post to this modern body pattern.

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Do you want to know how to become a massage therapist? On average, a massage therapist can earn up to $40 an hour when accounting for all fees and customer gratuities. It takes many hours of training plus the passing of a written exam, to become a licensed massage therapist. What are some of the other steps you need to earn your massage license? Read on.

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Becoming a massage therapist can be a very rewarding career, and massage classes will help you get on the path to this exciting and fulfilling career. Not long ago this mode of therapy was considered a luxury. However, now more people are now acknowledging the fact that massage therapy is the perfect complement for better health. Those interested in following a career in massage therapy will find countless job opportunities by taking massage therapy classes and getting licensed.

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Massage therapists can expand their incomes by selling retail products. This is no secret; it’s commonly taught in Oregon massage therapy schools. Up to 25% of a therapist’s income can come from product sales, according to ABMP. Most therapists appreciate boosted income and other benefits of selling retail, including augmented business value, and an enhanced client experience. However, for one reason or another, many LMTs avoid adding retail sales. […]