Category Archives: Massage

Many people experiencing back pain utilize massage therapy for pain management. Back pain often affects the lower back and can become a physical and psychological burden. “The cause of back pain is not always immediately clear,” says Peter Sawicki, director … Continue reading →

Individuals receiving massage show an improvement in symptoms of anxiety in as little as 10 massage sessions, according to a new study appearing in the journal Depression and Anxiety. The improvement in symptoms is comparable to the improvement produced by … Continue reading →

Millions of individuals are all too familiar with pain. There can be countless trips to the doctor or chiropractor, pain medications and the difficulty of making it through the day while enduring pain. Massage therapy can relieve the pain of … Continue reading →

Recent data from the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) indicates greater public and medical acceptance of the value of massage and increasing consumer usage of massage therapy. • AMTA estimates that in 2009, massage therapy was a $16-20 billion industry. … Continue reading →

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, employment for massage therapists is expected to increase 20 percent from 2006 to 2106, faster than average for all occupations. Key points about the current massage therapy industry: • Massage therapists schedule an … Continue reading →

Results from the 13th annual consumer survey conducted by the American Massage Therapy Association indicate that an increasing number of Americans are seeking massage for medical and health reasons, with relaxation and stress reduction as the top reasons people get … Continue reading →

Often used in conjunction with acupuncture and Chinese herbalism, Tui Na (“push and grasp”) Chinese therapeutic massage therapy is an integral part of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), originating in the Shang Dynasty, around 1700 B.C. Tui Na can improve blood … Continue reading →

You can earn certification in the field of massage therapy in about eight months at Acupuncture & Massage College. AMC’s Massage Therapy program is designed for students seeking a career in the field of bodywork. AMC’s Massage Therapy Certificate program … Continue reading →

Building a stable massage therapy practice during uncertain economic times requires building your business on client values as well as the need to make money. To create a successful business, massage therapists should form a tracking system that supervises relevant … Continue reading →