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2016 Global Wellness Summit Theme Announced
03/08/2016

The Global Wellness Summit announced the theme of its 10th anniversary conference today: “Back to the Future.” The conference will examine the future of spa and wellness through the lens of history.

New Muscle Discovered in Thigh
02/22/2016

Researchers in Switzerland recently announced they have discovered a new muscle in the quadriceps femoris muscle group.

Minnesota Voluntary Credentialing Bill Status—Contact Your Legislators Before the Legislative Session Starts
02/18/2016

As mentioned in our prior update, the Minnesota voluntary credentialing bill for massage therapists did not pass last year. However, the bill will be considered again this year in the Minnesota House of Representatives as House File 644, along with companion bill Senate File 1310. Representative Nick Zerwas is the chief author of HF 644 and there are more than 25 co-authors.

ABMP Webinar CE is Now Free for Members
02/16/2016

ABMP has announced that all webinar CE is now free for members, making it easier for massage therapists and bodyworkers to access online education and save money.

“We’ve taken on the cost of CE hours to make it easier for our members,” says ABMP President Les Sweeney. “We strive to add value to ABMP membership and want our members to have more money to spend on other CE providers, and on themselves.”