Energy Medicine in Bodywork
Energy work can be a divisive topic in the massage field, however, there are valuable potential benefits and insights to be gained through exploring and integrating energetic modalities in therapeutic practice.
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Facial Muscles and Human Emotions
Understanding the anatomy of facial muscles can help you begin successful sessions with a grounding facial massage.
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Be Honest with Yourself and Your Clients
By Cal CatesOur ethical work requires acknowledging effects that extend beyond the table and may require us to act and think in new ways.
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Multiplane Stretching of the Neck
When focusing on stretching a target muscle, sometimes other muscles in the group need to be considered for the session to be effective.
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Learn from Being a Client
Receiving bodywork provides an important reminder of what to do (and what not to do) in your practice.
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When “I’m an Empath” Becomes a Cage
By Cal CatesDon’t hide behind your empathy. Own it and work with it.
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When Superficial Fascia Goes Deep
Superficial fascia may not get the same attention as deep fascia, but it plays an extremely important role in the organization of tissues and the structure of the body.
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Scapular Mechanics and Upper Back Pain
By Whitney LowePosture, muscle tightness, and injury can cause scapular dyskinesis. Broadening your approach can help address a client’s scapular instability.
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Changing the Mindset of a Stubborn Muscle
Changing muscle memory habits as they relate to mobility and movement can be hard. Luckily, you are there to help clients along so they aren’t forging a new path alone.
Featured Videos
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Chris Curry—5 Tips to Incorporate Into Your Next Massage
By ABMP StaffChris Curry demonstrates his "gold-winning" sports massage techniques. He showcases a variety of professional methods including myofascial strokes, active motion techniques, and the use of specialized tools like heated scrapers and massage guns to enhance client outcomes.
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Seeking Help When we Need It
By Laura AllenMassage therapists should be encouraged to seek help when they need it.
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Nerve Glide Stretch for the Median Nerve
Learn nerve gliding techniques that can be effective in reducing pain.
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The Sciatic Nerve: A 3D View from the Inside Out
ANATOMYScapes debuts its video "The Sciatic Nerve: A 3D View from the Inside Out" in Massage & Bodywork magazine to deep dive into the sciatic nerve and its 3D fascial reality.