Author Archives: Rodney Trepess
3 Important Considerations When Selecting a Massage Therapy School
Making the decision to attend a massage school is not something to take lightly. While massage education is largely different than traditional types of education, it is nonetheless a huge investment. Depending upon the school you choose, your location, education … Read More
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Is A Chatty Massage Good or Bad?
Most massage therapy students are taught in their entry level education that any speaking, with the exception of “is the pressure okay?”, should be limited to before and after the session. In fact, a lot of instructors tell their students … Read More
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2013 Massage Therapy Certification
On January 1, 2013, there was a big change in the massage therapy certification scene. The National Certification credential from the NCBTMB was retired and the new Board Certification was rolled out. So what does that mean for you if … Read More
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Massage Therapist Bedside Etiquette—How to Talk to Your Clients About Lumps
Massage therapists find all sorts of bumps beneath the skin on their clients when they are working. Mostly, they are what people commonly refer to as “knots.” These knots are really tissue that has become stiff and immobile due to … Read More
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Chair, Bench, or Table: Which Massage Surface Provides the Best Support
When people come to you for a massage, they need to have a massage surface that is comfortable and provides good support. Typically, you should give your clients the option between a massage chair and the standard massage table/bench, after … Read More
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Interview with Massage Therapist Annie Moore
What is your name? Annie Moore Where do you practice massage therapy? My home office, Atrium Wellness, Inc. Are you an employee or self-employed? Self-employed What year did you begin practicing massage therapy? 2007 Describe your practice, the modalities you … Read More
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The Gift of Massage
If your gifts to others become your legacy, what gift would you want to give the world? This coming year, 400 senior citizens in rural Ohio and Indiana will receive massage who wouldn’t normally have had the chance. 150 people … Read More
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Interview with Massage Therapist Nancy Strand
What is your name? Nancy Strand Where do you practice massage therapy? Bradenton, FL Are you an employee or self-employed? Self-employed and co-owner of Massage Therapy Connections What year did you begin practicing massage therapy? 2010 Describe your practice, the … Read More
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Prepare People for a Great Massage in 7 Easy Steps
Massageschool.org has been building a community of massage therapists interested in promoting evidence-informed practice for the massage therapy profession. We want to help prospective massage therapy students find the right school to start their massage careers and then help them … Read More
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Water, Water, Everywhere: the unkillable hydration myth
I can nearly guarantee you’ve heard it before: “Make sure you drink extra water after your massage, or you’ll get sore!” This myth has been propagated with equal passion by massage therapists, clients, and instructors alike, but it’s been shown … Read More
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