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I'm curious…with massage clients, how big a percentage is the physical massage in relation to your massage session, or, to the bigger picture of your massage business?

I can say 100%. Everything I do leads to the end result; a massage that is specific to what the client wants and providing an excellent massage.

I can also say about 10%. As an ‘in-home massage specialist’, I have the time to communicate a…

If there’s one thing I’ve learned from blogging about the massage profession, particularly when it concerns politics and/or the goings-on at the associations, it’s that there aren’t any secrets in this business. I’m pretty good at keeping secrets; I wouldn’t be able to write this blog without the help of sources who prefer to remain anonymous. This time the cat is out of the bag--concerning me.

In the next few weeks, the trade magazines will be coming out with an ad from the…

Many of us have experienced the feeling of walking into a beautiful spa, full of wonderful aroma's, beautiful designs, and a relaxing effect like no other. Many of the professionals are well trained and provide valuable assistance to the clientel. Like any experience it may take just one bad moment or action to distort the clients peace of mind.

I was speaking with a Spa Director at a Ritz Carlton Resort. This person informed…

How often should I get a massage? One of the most frequently asked questions, with one of the most annoying answers. It depends.



Of course if money were no object, the answer would be, every day. While we have heard about the legendary stories of Bob and Dolores Hope receiving daily massage, and how he gave it credit for both their longevity and vitality, I am not acquainted with anyone personally…

Learn Acupressure and Tuina In China

The Integrative Healing Society is offering a study abroad program to China from Oct. 3 - 27, 2010. The program is open to massage therapist wanting to learn more about Chinese massage and bodywork, and includes 2…

A few months back I posted an entry on my Blog titled "Leveling the Landscape", which looked at our…

One of my fascinations of the human body is DNA and Stem Cells as they are the gateway to rejuvenating health on many levels. In European research labs they have been testing different treatments ranging from

strokes and Alzheimer’s to neurological conditions and even cancer treatments.

However, most of the data obtained is from client testimonials, not published results or peer reviewed studies. That…

Many common ailments like headaches and the occasional upset stomach can be dealt with simply by eating everyday foods. So much better than

reaching for the medicine cabinet! From pineapple for sneezing to

ginger for nausea, these simple ideas are definitely worth a try.

• Tension headache? How about a potato! The 37 grams of carbs in a medium potato raise your seratonin levels and can ease that stress induced
  
  headache.
• Fatigued? Toss back some O.J. The…

The Massage Therapy Project

The World Massage Festival announces “The Massage Therapy Project”, born on the…