8 Tips for Self-Care as a Massage Therapist Massage therapists are known for providing stress-relieving, soothing treatments to their clients, and as such, it can be easy to forget your own self-care when you’re busy helping others feel better about themselves. Here are some important self-care tips for massage therapists that can help prevent …
Staying safe doing Mobile appointments is always a priority for any provider offering this type of service. As the Coronavirus Pandemic has devastated many small Health and Wellness businesses, many practitioners have had to pivot their business model quickly and seamlessly to a Mobile Practice. As more and more people chose to stay home, the …
Massage therapists work in a demanding profession full of opportunities to injure themselves. In this blog, we are going to highlight four common massage therapist injuries and how massage therapists can avoid them. Tenosynovitis and Tendinitis Tenosynovitis and Tendinitis are common injuries massage therapists can experience. These conditions involve inflammation of the tendon sheath and …
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Massage therapists work day in and day out using their hands, arms, legs, and other body parts to administer great massages their patients love. But without following proper massage therapy body mechanics, therapists can injure themselves, become fatigued, and waste energy. Common Reasons Massage Therapists Feel Pain Massage therapists can feel pain throughout different parts …
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In 2018, overall revenue in the massage industry reached more than $16 billion. This is nearly three times the turnover from 2005. Massage is becoming increasingly popular in the US as more and more people appreciate the benefits that massage can offer. If you’re considering visiting a massage therapist, you may be confused by the different …
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Did you know that nearly 55 million Americans had at least one back massage from July 2016 to July 2017? The massage industry amounted to almost $16 million in 2017 alone, encompassing different types of massages such as deep tissue, massage, reflexology, and even Ashiatsu back massage. Ashiatsu massage can be used with therapeutic purposes, alleviating pains …
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If owning your own spa has always been a dream of yours, now is a great time to make your dream come true. The spa industry is booming. And, it’s set for record growth in the years ahead. According to researchers, the global spa services market is expected to reach over $154 billion dollars by the year …
Are you a massage therapist looking for a job? After you finish massage therapy training and get licensed in your state, massage therapists have one crucial job decision to make. Should you become an independent massage therapist or join a spa? This debate is a personal decision, and there are pros and cons to working in both …
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If you’ve ever gotten a professional massage, you know how relaxing and beneficial it can be for both your mental and physical health. You may enjoy it so much that you want to become a massage therapist yourself! But how much does a massage therapist make, and what schooling and training do you need in …
Massage therapy is an attractive field for a lot of people. For one, you’re able to get started in the career without getting a 4-year degree. In addition to helping others heal and feel comfortable, you can hit the ground running with starting salaries of about $50,000 or more. But how long does it take to become …
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