Articles

April 25, 2024

Avoiding RMT Burnout
RMTs should ensure that their work environment is ergonomically designed to reduce the physical strain of their job. This can include using proper body mechanics, maintaining good posture, and using equipment such as massage tables and chairs that are designed to reduce physical strain.
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February 3, 2024

Friction Massage: A Matter of Movement
Friction massage is a massage technique that involves applying pressure and friction to soft tissues, such as muscles, tendons, and ligaments. This technique aims to break down adhesions and increase blood flow to the affected area, promoting healing and reducing muscle tension. Friction massage typically involves circular or cross-fiber movements with the fingers, thumbs, or palms.
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September 18, 2023

Pressing the Point: The Benefits of Reflexology
The concept of working with the feet to influence health dates back thousands of years. Reflexology-like practices can be found in ancient Egyptian and Chinese cultures, where it was believed that applying pressure to certain points on the feet could affect different parts of the body.
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July 26, 2023

Shiatsu - the Art of Finger Pressure
Both Shiatsu and Swedish massage have their own merits and can be valuable in different contexts and for different individuals. Choosing between the two depends on personal preferences, treatment goals, and the expertise of the massage practitioner.
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July 12, 2023

Lavender in History and its Therapeutic Use

The therapeutic use of lavender and lavender essential oil can be traced back centuries, with a rich history of medicinal and aromatic applications. When do therapists use lavender during treatments?

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June 6, 2023

The Therapeutic Uses of Acupuncture
The cultural context of acupuncture is deeply rooted in traditional Chinese philosophy and holistic views of health.
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May 15, 2023

Benefits of Foot Massage
Foot massage can induce deep relaxation and help alleviate stress. By starting the treatment with a foot massage, therapists can help clients unwind and prepare their bodies and minds for a more comprehensive massage experience.
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May 3, 2023

The Rhythmic Therapeutic Healing of Tapotement
Tapotement is a massage technique that involves rhythmic tapping or percussive movements on the client's muscles. It is a popular technique used in Swedish massage and other forms of massage therapy. The history of tapotement dates back centuries, with evidence of similar techniques being used in ancient Chinese and Egyptian medicine.
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January 25, 2023

Aromatherapy in History and Culture
The word ‘aromatherapy’ first appears in René-Maurice Gattefossé’s book Aromatherapy: Essential Oils, Plant Hormones, in 1937. The therapy began seeing wider recognition in the 1960s and 70s, hand in hand with the exploration of New Age concepts and Eastern spirituality.
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