Category: Massage Therapy
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From Financial Advisor to Licensed Pet Massage Therapist: Gavin Powell’s Story
Read More: From Financial Advisor to Licensed Pet Massage Therapist: Gavin Powell’s StoryDespite having a business degree from Columbia University, Gavin Powell found himself looking for a change after the pandemic. “During COVID I decided to go back to school and study massage,” Powell said, and he found…
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Prep for the MBLEx: Four Things You Need to Know
Read More: Prep for the MBLEx: Four Things You Need to KnowIf you’re a massage therapy student, you know that your schooling ends with the infamous licensing exam. If you’re looking to prep for the Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination, or the “MBLEx,” we put together some…
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The Science Behind Using Massage for Stress Relief
Read More: The Science Behind Using Massage for Stress ReliefEveryone knows how helpful a massage is for relieving aches and pains. But what makes massage great for stress relief? Read on as we break down the reasons why massage is a great way to feel…
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What’s the Difference Between Swedish Massage and Deep Tissue Massage?
Read More: What’s the Difference Between Swedish Massage and Deep Tissue Massage?Whether you’re a massage therapist or just looking for pain relief, you might wonder: What’s the difference between Swedish Massage and Deep Tissue Massage? You know the terms but might not know exactly what separates the…
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3 Sports Massage Therapy Facts to Know
Read More: 3 Sports Massage Therapy Facts to KnowOne of the fastest-growing specialties of the massage industry is sports massage therapy. A sports massage therapist helps athletes improve their physical performance, become more flexible, and heal from injuries.
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3 Reasons You NEED a Massage Therapy License to Succeed
Read More: 3 Reasons You NEED a Massage Therapy License to SucceedEveryone loves a good massage, but did you know that in the state of New York it is illegal to practice massage therapy without a license? To become a legally licensed massage therapist (LMT), a practitioner…
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Medical Massage is Back, and in Demand
Read More: Medical Massage is Back, and in DemandAs COVID-19 restrictions ease and states begin to re-open, massage therapy providers across the country are getting back to business. As a result, this newly re-opened industry is looking to hire and staff up again. New…
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A Growing Interest in Medical Massage Therapy
Read More: A Growing Interest in Medical Massage TherapyMassage therapy is becoming one of the most powerful tools to help you take charge of your health and well-being Here is some information on medical massage therapy straight from the AMTA 2018 Consumer Study: AMERICANS…
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What are Trigger Points?
Read More: What are Trigger Points?Do you ever have a sore spot that makes you nearly jump in pain when it’s touched? Have you ever experienced pain in one area when pressure is applied to a completely different area of your…