Relieving Pain with Massage Therapy
With the huge number of irritants that modern technology provides, there is little reason to be surprised when the body complains or becomes overwhelmed with pain. Therapeutic massage uses touch…
With the huge number of irritants that modern technology provides, there is little reason to be surprised when the body complains or becomes overwhelmed with pain. Therapeutic massage uses touch…
By Mariann Sisco P.T., CST-D Problematic symptoms are a source of frustration for clients and practitioners alike. Once we have exhausted the tools from our basic and continuing education resources, we as therapists…
By Don McCann, MA, LMT, LMHC, CSETT MM003717 (Massage Message, May – June 2014) SUCCESSFUL, NON-SURGICAL TREATMENT OF PLANTAR FASCIITIS, HEEL SPURS AND COMPARTMENTAL SYNDROM Beyond the usual sprains, breaks and dislocations…
The concept of vacuum therapies in the medical field is not a new one. In the nineteenth century, American and European doctors had manual cupping sets in their medical bags, and medical…
Wolfgang Luckmann A.P.LMT. ( Fl. 19842 )  “Experience is the hardest kind of teacher. It gives you the test first and then the lessons afterward†– Anonymous Few chronic diseases or conditions have been more…
1970’s  The Baby Boomers were raised with Dr. Spock as the primary resource for child-rearing advice. The post-WWII suburban housing, labor-saving appliances, and commuting changed the family lifestyle.  Vietnam entered as a viper into…
By Michele Weissman, BS, LMT, NCTMB, CNMT, CMMT, CKTP Announcement. Friday and Saturday, June 27-28 the 8 CE FSMTA Sports Team Training class is available at Convention. This is the only 8-hour class offered…
I am honored and excited to present at the 2014 FSMTA 75th anniversary convention among our distinguished colleges. This is the first time that this class has been offered at the FSMTA convention. Imagine the value…
Arlene S. Garcia, RMT, LLCC, LTC Jackie* presented in my office with severe swelling of the left side of her face extending into the neck and submandibular areas. Bright green bruising was…
Massage therapy provides immediate benefits for recovering athletes whether they are competing in triathlons or playing tennis and golf at the club.These results are something we see daily as therapists.…