Massage Therapy may be one of the oldest and simplest forms of medical care. It has been practiced in Eastern cultures continually since ancient times. The Ancient Egyptians painted scenes of people being massaged in their tombs and the Chinese have books dating back to 2,700 BC that recommend breathing exercises and massage as treatments for chills and fevers. Massage therapy, uses the application of various techniques to the muscular structure and soft tissues of the body. This can include applying fixed or movable pressure, holding, vibrations, rocking, frictions, kneading and compression through the use of mostly hands, forearms and elbows. Therapists also use stretching and joint movements to help increase range of motion.
Massage Therapy may be one of the oldest and simplest forms of medical care. It has been practiced in Eastern cultures continually since ancient times. The Ancient Egyptians painted scenes of people being massaged in their tombs and the Chinese have books dating back to 2,700 BC that recommend breathing exercises and massage as treatments for chills and fevers. Massage therapy, uses the application of various techniques to the muscular structure and soft tissues of the body. This can include applying fixed or movable pressure, holding, vibrations, rocking, frictions, kneading and compression through the use of mostly hands, forearms and elbows. Therapists also use stretching and joint movements to help increase range of motion.
People are of the view that aromatherapy is just aroma and no therapy. They feel that all these essential oils do is smell good, but have no ‘real’ benefits. Aromatherapy is known to positively affect the following conditions, and are no way exhaustive: anxiety, insomnia and stress; asthma; eczema; digestive problems; headaches; menstrual problems, including those of menopause; muscular aches and pains; among many others. Aromatherapy is also known to also provide relaxation, mood enhancement, and a general feeling of well being. In addition, it provides a boost to the various systems in our body, such as the circulatory system, the respiratory system, as well as the immune system. Aromatherapy is also known to bring relief to minor discomforts.
As a massage therapist, I often find myself critiquing the skills and abilities of other therapists that I visit. Technique, touch, atmosphere, comfortablilty, cleanliness, attitude, and service are all things that I closely analyze and as such I have come up with this short list of things to look for in a massage therapist.
In my San Antonio Massage Therapy and Bodywork practice I often treat pain from various syndromes including Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. Like many painful conditions Thoracic Outlet Syndrome responds very well to massage therapy and bodywork. What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome?
Drafting a business plan is important to any business ~ even a massage therapy practice. This document outlines a particular business that can aid a prospective business owner, financial adviser, business partner to understand the different elements of a particular business and gauge its effectiveness. A business plan explains to the reader the who, what, when, where, and how of the business. What should be in your business plan? The following outlines the key elements of a business plan. Your business plan can have more but it should not have less. • Who:
A Continuing Education Unit is a nationally recognized unit of time spent studying to enhance a person’s professional development. Ten hours of instruction equals one CEU. CEUs provide students with a permanent record of continuing education and training for professionals who need to prove to state licensing boards, employers and other interested parties that they are undergoing ongoing training and development in their field. Massage Therapy continuing education classes are vital for therapists who wish to maintain and upgrade their skills and retain credibility in the industry.
Nosebleeds, also known as epistaxis, occur quite frequently and for a variety of different reasons. Due to their unexpected nature, many people are unprepared to handle them when they happen. Massage therapists who understand why they occur will be better prepared to deal with a client who has an unexpected nosebleed in their office.
In the most recent term of the Texas Legislature the legislators finally took positive action regarding the laws governing Massage Therapy in the state. Many Massage Therapists and Massage Therapy associations in Texas have been asking the legislature to increase the number training hours required for massage therapy licensure in the state. Prior to this legislation only 300 hours of training were required for massage therapy licensure in the State of Texas.
Massage Therapy may be one of the oldest and simplest forms of medical care. It has been practiced in Eastern cultures continually since ancient times. The Ancient Egyptians painted scenes of people being massaged in their tombs and the Chinese have books dating back to 2,700 BC that recommend breathing exercises and massage as treatments for chills and fevers. Massage therapy, uses the application of various techniques to the muscular structure and soft tissues of the body. This can include applying fixed or movable pressure, holding, vibrations, rocking, frictions, kneading and compression through the use of mostly hands, forearms and elbows. Therapists also use stretching and joint movements to help increase range of motion. |