Massage & Health
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The skills of a talented therapist aren’t limited to easing aches and pains. Whether it’s managing a budget or folding a fitted sheet, there are a host of ancillary skills that go into building a successful massage practice. One of … Read More
Clean Eating for a Healthier Life and Easier Work Day
Massage therapists are on their feet all day long—working on clients, changing sheets, filling lotion bottles, answering phones, and cleaning. It can be a demanding occupation if you aren’t equipped with personal health and balance. If you consistently find yourself … Read More
Mastering the Telephone
Yep, we’re living in the future. We have websites, Facebook, online payments, and online scheduling. But when it comes down to it, many clients are still going to get in touch with you with that tried-and-true gadget of the 20th … Read More
What is Hot Stone Massage?
Hot Stone Massage is a unique blend of heat, relaxation and muscle work tailored to your needs. Warm, oiled stones are used in the massage therapist’s hands, the heat from the stones penetrates the muscles releasing tension loosening tight muscles. … Read More
5 steps to relieve a headache
Just about everyone has experienced a headache at one time or another. In fact, 90% of Americans have had an occasional headache. 74% of those headaches are caused by tension. Massage therapists see people suffering from tension headaches often, … Read More
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
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
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
Massage Therapist Bonnie Dittmer
What is your name? Bonnie Dittmer Where do you practice massage therapy? Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. My practice is split 50/50 on outcalls and home office appointments. It is also split about 60/30/10 – people, dogs, horses. Are you … Read More
How to Prepare for a Massage
If you’ve never had a massage you probably have some questions: Should I eat, drink, or stretch before the massage? What about after the massage? What should I wear? Can I leave any clothes on? The graphic below should put … Read More





