Videos for professional massage practitioners, from Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (www.abmp.com) http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/ Copyright 2013 Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals en-us May 22, 2013 May 22, 2013 ABMP's Instructors on the Front Lines workshops are free 5-hour sessions that support massage instructors in their efforts to create meaningful learning environments for students. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/ABMP_Instructors_on_the_Front_Lines_Workshops 2011-06-03 10:06:12 ABMP is a professional association for massage therapists and bodyworkers. We provide practice development resources, liability insurance, and outstanding member service. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/ABMP_Works_for_You 2011-06-03 10:06:32 ABMP member Kellee talks about how ABMP's student membership and liability insurance have helped her. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Liability_Insurance_for_Students 2011-06-03 10:06:53 ABMP ofrece ayuda en Espanol. ABMP offers assistance in Spanish. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Asistencia_en_Espanol 2011-05-12 04:05:26 ABMP member Kara talks about how ABMP's student membership and student success resources have helped her. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Student_Success_Resources 2011-06-03 10:06:06 ABMP School members describe some of their favorite resources. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/ABMP_Supports_Massage_Education 2011-05-12 04:05:07 ABMP member Nancy Jo talks about her free website. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Nancy_Jo_Talks_About_ABMP's_Website_Builder 2011-05-12 04:05:10 Brian Halterman describes how easy it is to sign up for upcoming live webinars or to view the archived files in ABMP's Online Education Center. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Access_ABMP_Webinars 2011-05-12 04:05:49 ABMP member Alicia describes how she uses Massageprofessionals.com to network with peers and how it helped her find willing volunteers to help out for a great cause. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Alicia_Uses_Massage_professionals.com_to_Network 2011-05-25 10:05:52 Les Sweeney, president of ABMP, welcomes you to ABMPtv. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Happy_Viewing! 2011-05-26 01:05:09 Abram Herman, ABMP's social media coordinator, invites you to join the conversation--on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Massageprofessionals.com. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Social_Media_at_ABMP 2011-05-26 01:05:16 Learn how to create a QR code for use on your marketing materials. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/ABMP_How_To:_Create_a_QR_Code 2012-01-23 12:01:19 Learn about Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP)--ABMP's sister association and the largest association dedicated solely to skin care practitioners. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Welcome_to_ASCP 2011-12-28 11:12:50 ABMP member Marchella explains how she discovered all the resources provided by ABMP--everything she needed to set up her massage business. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/More_Than_Just_Insurance 2011-06-22 09:06:33 Massage & Bodywork magazine's editor, Leslie Young, introduces you to this issue, which includes articles on fibromyalgia, whiplash, table height and ergonomics, the healing process, and bull riding. Read these great articles in the print or digital editions. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Massage_and_Bodywork_*_September_October_2011 2011-08-04 11:08:46 Experienced massage therapist William discusses how ABMP's liability insurance protected him following a chair massage incident and offers suggestions about how to protect yourself and your practice. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Accidents_Happen 2011-09-02 01:09:31 ABMP's Director of Education Anne Williams presents important guidelines for how to perform stone massage safely. This video identifies contraindications, discusses cautions for treating special populations, and reviews how to work safely--without harming a client or experiencing the stress of a liability claim. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Stone_Massage_Safety_Guidelines 2011-12-28 11:12:49 This video demonstrates Til Luchau's Push Broom A, B, and C techniques, as described in the March/April 2012 issue of Massage & Bodywork. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Working_With_Hip_Mobility:_Push_Broom_Sequence 2012-01-26 01:01:37 As seen in the January 2012 blog post, ABMP's president describes how to make referral cards to get your best clients to work as your sales force. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Expect_More,_With_Les:_Referral_Cards 2012-01-27 03:01:33 There are two ingredients to making a successful, full practice: getting clients and keeping clients. How are you going to get your best client to book an appointment every single week? http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Expect_More,_With_Les:_Make_a_Deal 2012-02-01 03:02:11 Massage & Bodywork magazine's editors, Leslie Young and Darren Buford, introduce you to this issue dedicated to the power of research. You'll also find articles about tax savings, the pros and cons of Groupon, and our newest column, @Work, with Whitney Lowe. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Massage_and_Bodywork:_March_April_2012 2012-02-02 04:02:13 Jenny describes why her favorite ABMP benefit is her free website. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/ABMP_member_Jenny_loves_her_website 2012-03-01 02:03:03 ABMP member Jenny recommends the money-saving resources she finds at www.abmp.com. It was amazing how many services are out there, she says. A favorite? The customized brochures--great for networking and marketing. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Jenny_Recommends_Customized_Brochures 2012-03-01 02:03:13 ABMP Education Facilitator Kristin Coverly invites you to one of the 6 ABMP BizFit workshops in 2012. Get your practice in its best shape ever! Register at http://www.abmp.com/bizfit_workshop. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/ABMP_BizFit_Live:_2012_Workshops 2012-03-19 10:03:18 This video demonstrates Til Luchau’s Hammertoes techniques, as described in the May/June 2012 issue of Massage & Bodywork magazine. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Hammertoes:_The_Foot 2012-03-23 03:03:49 In this issue: The Value of Sharing Your Values, Marketing for Introverts, The Baby Bump, Benefits of a Side-Lying Position, World Massage Conference http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Massage_and_Bodywork:_May_June_2012 2012-04-05 01:04:27 Use these tips to create a marketing calendar that brings new clients to your practice and keeps existing clients coming back. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Marketing_Calendar_Tips 2012-04-17 12:04:25 Know how to get your message across in just a few seconds when you meet a prospective client. Be able to communicate who you are, whether you're trustworthy or not, and why massage would be a great benefit for him or her. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Your_Elevator_Speech 2012-04-17 03:04:00 The easiest way to get a client to rebook is to ask them to rebook! Make sure your clients know that regular use of bodywork and massage makes the most difference. Educate your clients and encourage them to come back to see you. Take advantage of opportunities to upgrade the session, too. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Get_Clients_to_Rebook 2012-04-17 03:04:08 ABMP member Brenda discusses how she's used online scheduling from Full Slate--discounted for ABMP members--and how it saved her time and money. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Member_Discount:_Full_Slate_Online_Scheduling 2012-05-14 10:05:47 Get--and keep--your practice in shape by taking time TODAY for these five easy projects. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Five_Things_To_Do_Today_To_Help_Your_Practice 2012-05-24 02:05:55 A demonstration of the daily sun salutation described in Savvy Self-Care in the July/August 2012 issue of Massage & Bodywork. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Daily_Sun_Salutation 2012-05-31 09:05:05 Working With Hammertoes: The Lower Leg. This video demonstrates Til Luchau's Extensor and Flexor Digitorum Longus Technique, as described in the July/August 2012 issue of Massage & Bodywork. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Extensor_and_Flexor_Digitorum_Longus_Technique 2012-05-31 09:05:14 In this issue: The Benefits of a Blended Career; Intention: A Deeper State of Healing; The Inner Journey of John F. Barnes; Massage in a Hospital Setting. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Massage_and_Bodywork:_July_August_2012 2012-06-06 01:06:54 ABMP values the contributions instructors make in the classroom everyday. The ABMP Instructor Resource Program recognizes that by providing instructors a discount on Professional and Certified level membership and special instructor access to meaningful teaching tools. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/ABMP_Instructor_Resource_Program 2012-06-20 12:06:59 Find a qualified massage therapist or bodyworker on the referral service provided by ABMP at Massagetherapy.com. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Find_a_Therapist_at_Massagetherapy.com 2012-07-12 09:07:08 Find information about specific conditions or health concerns at Massagetherapy.com. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Massage_for_Specific_Conditions 2012-07-12 09:07:37 Massage and bodywork gift certificates are a perfect way to share massage with friends, family, and colleagues. Use them to introduce someone to bodywork, to say "thank you," or as a holiday gift. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Massage:_A_Perfect_Gift 2012-07-12 09:07:16 Learn about various bodywork techniques and modalities using Massagetherapy.com's bodywork glossary. Find definitions about basic massage types, such as Swedish massage, or about hundreds of specific modalities--from abhyanga to Zero Balancing. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Types_of_Bodywork 2012-07-12 09:07:53 Intake procedures, health history, proper draping, and communication between client and therapist are all important elements of a massage session. Massage therapist Cindy lets clients know what to expect so that you always feel comfortable during a session. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/What_to_Expect_From_a_Massage_Session 2012-07-12 09:07:11 This video demonstrates Til Luchau's Sacrotuberous Ligament Technique, as outlined in Massage & Bodywork's September/October 2012 Myofascial Techniques column. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Sacrotuberous_Ligament_Technique 2012-07-31 12:07:29 This issue of Massage & Bodywork is dedicated to connecting with blind and visually impaired clients. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Massage_and_Bodywork:_September_October_2012 2012-08-08 09:08:26 A demonstration of opening and closing techniques for sessions. This video and the "Face Technique" video accompany Anne Williams's Classroom to Client column in the September/October 2012 issue of Massage & Bodywork. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Foot_Massage_Routine 2012-08-08 09:08:32 A demonstration of opening and closing techniques for sessions. This video and the "Face Technique" video accompany Anne Williams's Classroom to Client column in the September/October 2012 issue of Massage & Bodywork. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Face_Massage_Routine 2012-08-08 09:08:36 Learn how to use the great features of the digital edition of Massage & Bodywork magazine: search it, share it on social media, download pages or an entire issue, access archived articles, and more! http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Make_the_Most_of_Your_Digital_Edition 2012-08-30 11:08:46 ABMP is pleased to provide a text-only edition of Massage & Bodywork magazine as a resource for our blind and visually impaired members and anyone who uses screen reading software, such as JAWS, Window-Eyes, and ZoomText. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Text_Only_Magazines 2012-08-31 04:08:02 This video demonstrates Til Luchau's Sacroiliac Joint Anterior/Posterior Release Technique, as described in the November/December 2012 issue of Massage & Bodywork. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Working_with_the_Sacroiliac_Joints 2012-09-25 11:09:27 The first time you speak to a prospective client is like a mini-interview, where he or she is deciding whether or not to do business with you. Here are some tips to help make a good first impression. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Friendly_Phone_Etiquette 2012-09-27 11:09:36 A good first impression can mean the difference between a new client and no client. Here are some tips to make sure the first impression you make is a professional one. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Good_Idea_Bad_Idea 2012-09-27 11:09:00 During this season of gratitude, the staff members of Massage & Bodywork magazine shares their reasons to be thankful. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Massage_and_Bodywork:_November_December_2012 2012-10-08 11:10:15 You're invited to the ABMP School Issues Forum in Annapolis, Maryland! Learn more about the April 11-13, 2013 event. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/ABMP_School_Issues_Forum_2013 2012-10-15 09:10:38 ABMP's social media coordinator, Abram, shares tips about how ABMP can help you and your online marketing efforts. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/ABMP_Makes_Social_Media_Easy 2012-11-08 08:11:52 This video demonstrates anterior torsion of the Ilium (a.k.a. ilium/sacrum counterstretch), as outlined in Massage & Bodywork's January/February 2013 Myofascial Techniques column by Til Luchau. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Anterior_Torsion_of_the_Ilium 2012-11-19 11:11:01 This video complements Til Luchau's article, "Working with the Shoe-Bound Arch," which appears in the March/April 2013 issue of Massage & Bodywork magazine. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Working_with_the_Shoe_Bound_Arch 2013-01-24 10:01:44 In this issue: Make 2013 your best year ever, find tips to prevent burnout, learn about human trafficking's impact on massage therapy, learn a Rolf-approved session finisher, and more. You'll also flip to ABMP's member newsletter, Different Strokes. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Massage_and_Bodywork:_January_February_2013 2012-12-14 10:12:28 Les Sweeney, president of ABMP, is running the Boston Marathon to raise money for the Massage Therapy Foundation (MTF). He's in training, but he can't do it without your support. To donate, visit abmp.us/mtffundraiser. Run, Les, Run! http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Massage_Therapy_Foundation_Fundraiser 2013-02-07 10:02:58 In this issue: From Farm to (Massage) Table, PTSD and Reflexology, MTs Helping MTs After Hurricane Sandy, and Referring Out to Other Professionals. You'll also flip to ABMP's member newsletter, Different Strokes. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Massage_and_Bodywork:__March_April_2013 2013-02-13 04:02:02 This video complements Til Luchau's article, "Working with the Thenar Eminence," which appears in the May/June 2013 issue of Massage & Bodywork magazine. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Thenar_Eminence_Technique 2013-03-26 10:03:37 In this issue: Embrace Your Inner Entrepreneur, Create The Ideal Massage Session, Simplify Your Life and Save Some Money, and increase your prices--painlessly. Turn to ABMP's member newsletter, Different Strokes, for tips on how to make the most of your membership. http://www.abmp.com/abmptv/video/Massage_and_Bodywork:__May_June_2013 2013-04-10 02:04:01