Nov 17 2010
By Sarah Labdar Massage therapy is an alternative medicine that has been gaining in popularity at a rapid rate. The field of massage therapy has not only grown in size but also in the availability of therapists, massage studios and clinics that offer massage. There is no question that most people would love to get [...]
Apr 13 2010
Many clients come to massage therapists seeking relief from persistent pain and, indeed, much of the education massage therapists receive revolves around pain, including what causes it and how to ease it. Interviewing a client before a session often helps to determine some of the underlying reasons and may uncover possible imbalances contributing to the [...]
Dec 21 2007
Massage therapy isn’t a luxury you can only find in spas anymore; it’s rapidly becoming more medically oriented in today’s society. Although massage has proven invaluable for relaxation and stress relief purposes, many people are now turning towards this alternative form of therapy for medical reasons, such as chronic pain relief. Relief from chronic pain [...]
Dec 11 2007
Many people who seek out massage therapy are really on a quest for pain relief. Especially for those dealing with chronic pain, massage therapists have an opportunity to deliver relief in more ways than one. Regular bodywork sessions can help reduce the severity of pain your clients are experiencing. However, one modality in particular, Shiatsu [...]