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a place for bodyworkers in Oregon to connect

Location: Oregon
Members: 42
Latest Activity: Jan 15, 2015

Bodyworkers of Oregon

So, I guess my main idea for this group was for it to be like a gateway to in-person connection.
Here are some examples:
Maybe I'm visiting my sister in another Oregon town, and I want to get a massage while I'm there. I can come on here to the discussion forum and say, "Hey, anyone in wherever have an opening on whatever day?" That way seems to me like less of a hit-or-miss situation than just looking up someone in the phonebook once you get there, and this way you're already familiar with the one giving you a massage.
Or, maybe I am thinking of trying out a new product in my practice, but I want to experience it first. I can ask the members of this group if they use it, and if anyone in my area does, I can go make an appointment with them so I can feel what it's like as opposed to just hearing people's opinions about it.

But of course, we can use this group for whatever. So, welcome!

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SAVE YOUR HANDS! Injury Prevention Workshop

SAVE YOUR HANDS! Injury Prevention WorkshopLearn through other LMTs' eyes as they spot your body mechanics during plenty of hands-on time. When you take this workshop, you will learn how to modify…Continue

Tags: longevity, body, mechanics, ergonomics, career

Started by Rachel Sheard, LMT, NCTMB, CIPI Dec 17, 2013.

Where in Oregon are YOU? 5 Replies

I just thought it would be helpful to have a quick reference of where the group members are located... when you join the group, post your city!I am located in Bend in beautiful Central Oregon.Continue

Started by Martha Kay. Last reply by Mandy Beeman Apr 23, 2013.

Insurance/Work Comp 4 Replies

Hello OR LMTs!I am wondering how to go about contracting with work comp here. I'm getting the run around and haven't found the right avenue to get connected yet. Anyone?Also, if anyone is billing med…Continue

Started by Jamie Smith. Last reply by Rachel Sheard, LMT, NCTMB, CIPI Aug 29, 2012.

Insurance credentialing in Oregon 2 Replies

Hey!! I am totally new to the whole credentialing process and don't have a good idea of different networks insurance groups etc. I was in the process of credentialing with ASH, but heard some…Continue

Started by Lauren Swick. Last reply by Lauren Swick Apr 20, 2012.

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Comment by Denea on January 29, 2010 at 5:34pm: So do any of you bill insurance?

Comment by Karen Reifinger on January 4, 2010 at 12:38pm: Thanks Martha!

Comment by Martha Kay on January 4, 2010 at 11:59am: Welcome Nancy, Denea, and Karen!

Karen, you might check with Deby at Sage School of Massage for sponsoring the training.

Comment by Karen Reifinger on January 4, 2010 at 1:03am: Aloha Group,
I'm looking for someone who'd like to sponsor a LomiLomi Training in Oregon. NCBTMB approved CE Hours. This isn't the typical lomilomi training that has spread across the U.S. This training takes you to the roots and truth of Temple Style Lomilomi, the cause and effect of true healing through Hawaiian values, and empowers you with knowledge and understanding. We explore the new age interpretations, traditional concepts so you can offer the world the best of both! Sponsor takes the training at no cost. Anyone interested?

www.hunamua.com

Comment by Jason Fella on December 19, 2009 at 1:03pm: Wow, lucky you Denea. Good luck over there =)

Comment by Denea on December 18, 2009 at 8:47pm: I am in Bend Oregon as well I have to say this is an LMT's dream town with people so health conscience and all of the snow bunnies, hikers, rock climbers and body builders. yeah for OREGON WOOHOO

Comment by Nancy Brown on December 15, 2009 at 12:18pm: I am in the Portland/Clackamas area. I do mobil massage in the entire Portland Metro Interstate area. I have been a LMT/LPT for over 10 years. Went to OSM and enjoyed it very much.

Comment by Martha Kay on November 30, 2009 at 2:29pm: Hi Laura, and welcome!

As for schools, when I was looking at schools in Oregon, I looked at both EW and OSM, and I was much more impressed with EW. I didn't end up going there because I didn't want to live in Portland, but I do think it's probably one of the best programs in Oregon. I think Jason Fella went there; he'd be a good one to ask. :)

I ended up coming here to Bend (much more my speed than Portland, I'm not one for cities) and went to Sage School of Massage and I was very happy there. It's very small, and that is its strength. The teachers are great and the curriculum is flexible to accommodate all students. The school has a 100% passing rate for the mblex and is very dedicated to the students' success.

Good luck with your school search and again, welcome!

Martha

Comment by laura z on November 25, 2009 at 8:04pm: I just joined the group and am hoping to get some feedback if possible on schools. We're planning to move to Portland or Seattle next spring but I'm really leaning towards Portland because I like the two schools there better than Cortiva. So I was wondering if anyone here has any feedback on either East West School or Oregon School of Massage? Those are the two schools I'm considering at this point. Any other suggestions would be very welcome as well :)

Happy Thanksgiving!
Laura

Comment by Martha Kay on November 25, 2009 at 11:35am: Happy Thanksgiving to you, my fellow Oregonians. I wish you safe travels and comfortable, joyous festivities.