News and information about massage therapy
Massage therapists provide clients with a way to relax and feel better after dealing with the stresses of the modern world. However, did you realize that massage therapy also can help relieve pain and enhance the ability of the joints to have full flexion and extension range of motion? One particular area where massage therapists…
What’s in a name (of a massage)? Salons and spas may offer dozens of types of massage therapy. Sometimes, fancy names get in the way of the actual effectiveness that’s offered to clients. Joshua Neidich, the owner of reYOU Massage, spoke to us about massages for sports injuries and relaxation, as well as how you…
As a cosmetologist, you have many more career opportunities than you would expect. In many states, your cosmetology license also covers you for other associated careers, such as massage therapist. Massage is a complementary industry to cosmetology, often being offered in salons and spas along with hairstyling, manicures, pedicures, and more. This makes it a…
As a massage therapist, you may be toying with the idea of going into business on your own. Some therapists choose to work as an independent contractor, while others decide to open their own spa, massage parlor, or other company. Although it is a career that opens itself up to venturing out on your own,…
Although massage has many uses, including healing and preventing injuries, most people head to a spa to enjoy a nice, relaxing massage because of stress. Stress is associated with increasing the risk of many of the top preventable diseases plaguing the nation, including cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, hypertension, diabetes, and some cancers, according to the…
State licenses may seem like an annoyance, but they are put in place to protect employers, businesses, and the public. As a massage therapist, you are required to have a license to work in most states. The Bureau of Labor Statistics cites that as of 2012, 44 states and the District of Columbia had regulations…
Social media marketing provides an easy and inexpensive way to grow your brand by utilizing your clients and network to extend your potential client base. Many therapists ensure they have a strong online presence with a website, Facebook account, and Twitter profile. However, many therapists and clinics forget to include Pinterest to their social media…
Massage therapy is a satisfying career choice that more and more people are choosing to pursue. This popular profession imparts many benefits with relatively few disadvantages, and it does not require an extensive amount of school or training. If you are debating whether or not to start the journey to become a massage therapist, then…
As a massage therapist, one way to expand your clientele is to offer a variety of massage techniques. The American Massage Therapy Association lists definitions for over 65 different massage and bodywork modalities, demonstrating the significant number of options you can offer your current and potential clients. You do not have to become an expert…
Continuing education is an essential component of any professional massage therapist’s career. You should not feel burdened by any continuing education requirements you may have. Instead, you should take advantage of the diverse courses offered in a variety of places that provide significant benefits to your career. The following six incentives are just a few…