Massage Therapist
Essentials of a Professional Online Massage Therapist Profile
The Yellow Pages phone book is pretty much dead. We all know the internet has replaced it. The question now isn’t, “Do I want an online profile?” Because believe it or not, you have an online profile. The question is, … Read More
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Massage Marketing 101
Where will I get clients? That’s the question most massage students start asking a few months before graduation. You finally know your olecranon from your ischium. You don’t poke clients in the knee on every full leg effleurage, so the … Read More
What to Do When Your Instructor is Wrong
We all have different relationships with the authority figures in our lives. Some folks tend to be cautious and courteous, while others would rather “stick it to The Man” Whether you’re a hot debater or a silent note-taker, your … Read More
What is Massage School Like, Really?
Sure, there’s lots of advice out there for prospective massage students: how to choose a school, how to study, how to overcome your personal issues, even how to finance your education. But there’s a frustrating lack of information when it … Read More
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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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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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