Challenging Tissue Tension
To understand tissue-tension barriers, MTs must be constantly present and mindful. Too light and we will not become efficient at creating the healing change that is needed.
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Oncology Massage, Cancer Pain, and the Research Journey
Developing a massage protocol for the IMPACT study underscored that practitioners’ clinical reasoning and patient-centered understanding developed in clinical practice is critical to the research conversation.
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Niche Your Way to Marketing Success
By Elicia CrookTo align your practice with your passions, values, and strengths, create your idea of the perfect client who describes your niche.
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The Sciatic Nerve
Ongoing research suggests the sciatic nerve's healthy functioning depends on its fascial connections.
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Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome
By Whitney LoweNew research into hip pain can provide you with more options for supporting clients in that region.
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The QL and the Psoas
The quadratus lumborum and psoas muscles are antagonistic yet have an interesting codependent dynamic.
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Our Three Rotational Muscle Systems
By Thomas MyersBy analyzing movement, you can determine where to focus your myofascial release on the held areas or your proprioceptive awareness work on the "forgotten" areas.
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Facial Muscles and Human Emotions
Understanding the anatomy of facial muscles can help you begin successful sessions with a grounding facial massage.
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TLC for MTs: Ankle Stretches
It's time to stretch it out! Learn several different stretches for the ankles.
Featured Videos
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Deep Tissue Massage for the Upper Traps
Here are some key things to know about the upper trapezius muscle if tension relief is the goal.
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Pericardium—Where the Heart Calls Home
Understanding how the pericardium relates to breathing can help clients relax into their massage session.
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Vagal Tone Reset: Breathe, Touch, & Move
Heath and Nicole Reed help you reset your vagal tone.
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Managing Relationships with Colleagues
By Laura AllenThe goal for professional relationships should always be the same: Keep them professional.