Practitioners
News
Texas Massage Therapy Advisory Board Vacancies
01/27/2023The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation is looking to fill two vacancies on the Texas Massage Therapy Advisory Board with qualified applicants: one seat is open for a licensed massage therapist and one seat is open to a public member. Find out how you can apply!
New Hampshire Establishment Licensing Bill
01/24/2023The New Hampshire legislature introduced House Bill 341, which would create massage therapy establishment licensing. The bill is being heard by the Executive Departments and Administration Committee (Committee) at 10:45 a.m. EST on January 25. If you are opposed to establishment licensure, ABMP encourages you to advocate and speak your mind by emailing your opinions to the Committee.
Maryland Board of Massage Vacancies
01/13/2023The Maryland Department of Health is accepting nominations for three positions on the Maryland State Board of Massage Therapy Examiners. ABMP has the opportunity to nominate three professional members and is now accepting applications from licensed massage therapists. Apply before March 20, 2023.
Blog
Changing the Story: Why Getting a Doctor’s Note Is Not the Answer for Massage Therapists
02/01/2023While getting a doctor's note has been a mantra for massage therapists before working with clients with more complex conditions, that's no longer the case.
New CE Course: Massage & Bodywork Magazine November-December 2022
01/25/2023The newest Massage & Bodywork magazine CE course, “2022, Issue 6: Massage & Bodywork Magazine November-December 2022,” is available in the ABMP Education Center to read and earn 2.5 CE hours.
Be Inspired—What is Your Favorite Thing About Being a Massage Therapist?
01/09/2023On ABMP’s social platforms, we recently asked, “What is your favorite thing about being a massage therapist?” The responses were too good not to share, so we compiled many of them here to further inspire others.
Benefits
Featured ABMP Discount Partner: Earthlite
02/03/2023ABMP members can save 20% on all Earthlite products, including portable massage tables and chairs!
New CE Course: Massage & Bodywork Magazine November-December 2022
01/30/2023The newest Massage & Bodywork magazine CE course, “2022, Issue 6: Massage & Bodywork Magazine November-December 2022,” is available in the ABMP Education Center to read and earn 2.5 CE hours.
PODCAST: Pediatric Touch Therapy with Tina Allen
01/27/2023In this episode of The ABMP Podcast, Kristin and Darren speak with Tina Allen, founder of Liddle Kidz Foundation, about the differences between infant and pediatric massage and other topics.