Two scientists won the Nobel Prize in medicine for their research on how the human body perceives temperature and touch.
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Licensees must complete one hour of continuing education in laws and rules relevant to the practice of massage and bodywork therapy effective September 20, 2021.
Texas passed Senate Bill 1831 this legislative session, which requires certain facilities, including cosmetology facilities, massage establishments, and massage schools, to post human trafficking warning signs.
The International SPA Association (ISPA) 2021 U.S. Spa Industry Study marks the 22nd anniversary of the association’s research initiative.
A new study published in the Scandinavian Journal of Pain examined the effects of stretching on pain sensitivity by asking 22 healthy adults who did not suffer from back pain to perform stretches of the lumbar region and forearm muscles.
More than half of US adults suffer from pain, with backs and legs making up the most common sources, according to CDC researchers.
The Nebraska Administrative Code was updated and continuing education hours were amended. Previously, Nebraska massage therapists had to complete 24 hours of CE. The new rule only requires 16 hours of CE and is effective June 7, 2021.
House Bill No. 1263 passed this legislative session, and the included provisions require an amendment to the Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy Rules and Regulations. You can submit commentary to the Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy showing your support or opposition to the proposed rules no later than August 11, 2021.
A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association demonstrates the strongest evidence to date that a breathing workout known as highâ€resistance inspiratory muscle strength training (IMST) can help lower blood pressure and improve cardiovascular health in adults.
Icing is one of the most common treatments for acute muscle injuries. However, previous studies on rodents have demonstrated detrimental effects of icing on muscle regeneration following injury.