This article is sponsored by Massage Heights.
In 2022, Massage Heights created Outside the Room—a show and podcast designed for massage therapists and estheticians to support their work and honor their careers. Twenty-four episodes were recorded, and plans are underway for more episodes in 2023. This is a little holiday message to all OTR viewers. Thanks for tuning in this year: "End of Year Message."
New York bill requires medical practitioners to consider, discuss, and refer or prescribe non-opioid treatments, including massage therapy, before starting opioid treatment.
The California Massage Therapy Council approved a $100 certification fee increase—a 50 percent markup from the previous $200. Now is the time to forward your comments to your legislators to explain how this affects you.
The Green Spa Network (GSN) Planet Board of Directors is accepting applications for board service.
Since its launch in 2007, GSN has developed a community of inspired and engaged individuals to advance its mission of promoting the natural connections between personal well-being, economic sustainability, and the health of the planet. GSN is a community of more than 5,000 businesses and individuals dedicated to the future of global social and economic prosperity.
In the December 7, 2022, edition of Massage Heights’ Outside The Room podcast, host CG Funk discusses the history of craniosacral therapy.
The California Massage Therapy Council voted 5–1 to raise massage therapy certification fees to $300, a 50 percent increase, beginning April 1, 2023.
The Alaska Board of Massage Therapists has proposed massage therapy rules that affect education and continuing education requirements. Submit written comments before December 27, 2022.
The Healthy Oregon Workforce Training Opportunity (HOWTO) Grant Program is seeking people to serve on the HOWTO Grant Program Advisory Committee. If you are a motivated leader committed to advancing health equity, trauma-informed workspaces, and expanding the health-care workforce in Oregon, apply before December 15, 2022.
CAMTC's meeting agenda confirms there may be a vote on a fee increase and discloses meeting location. Submit comments to the CAMTC as soon as possible.
Learn how this may affect your continuing education requirements and submit comments before December 6, 2022.