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News
Study Finds Massage Therapy Effective in Hospice Patients with Poorly Controlled Symptoms
08/05/2022Massage therapy is very effective for pain relief, stress relief, and relaxation in hospice patients, according to a pilot study published in the January 2022 issue of the Journal of Palliative Care.
Iowa Adopts New Massage Therapy Rules
07/25/2022The Iowa Board of Massage Therapy adopted new massage therapy rules that impact the following sections: definitions, licensure by examination, qualifications for foreign applicants, and license display requirements. The new rules will be effective August 17, 2022.
Colorado Bill Gives Counties Authority to Adopt Establishment Licensing
07/25/2022House Bill 22-1300 allows counties, cities, and towns in Colorado to adopt local ordinances. The intent is to prevent human trafficking-related offenses to occur in illicit businesses that represent themselves as massage establishments. The bill takes effect August 10, 2022.
Blog
Antivirus Software Can Help Protect You and Your Clients
08/04/2022
To help ABMP members stay safe in the digital world, we are running a short blog series on cybersecurity and how you can protect your personal information and your computer and digital devices from today’s bad actors. Here is the second installment on social engineering scams.
Help Clients Find Balance With Craniosacral Therapy: Learn How With Upledger Institute International
07/21/2022
CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a light-touch manual therapy that addresses tension affecting the craniosacral system in order to enhance self-regulation. The craniosacral system is composed of the bones, soft tissues, and fluid around the brain and spinal cord.
Earthlite Committed to Producing "Earth Friendly" Massage Tables
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Why is Earthlite the world’s number-one brand for massage tables and supplies?
Benefits
ABMP Recognized for Top Publications
06/23/2022The 42nd Annual EXCEL Awards were celebrated on June 22, 2022. SIIA’s EXCEL Awards is the largest and most prestigious program recognizing excellence and leadership in association media, publishing, marketing, and communication.
ABMP was recognized for some of our top publications and educational offerings:
Read the May / June 2022 Issue of Massage & Bodywork Magazine
05/12/2022The May/June 2022 issue of ABMP's Massage & Bodywork magazine is available at www.massageandbodyworkdigital.com. ABMP members get a print subscription as part of membership, and the digital edition is available online and free to the profession.
In this issue, we explore pelvic tilt and spinal compensation, improving bodywork through breath, and how listening to your clients is a superpower. We also discuss SI joint dysfunction, overuse injuries, and much more!
Cupping Canada Inc. and Mobile Massage Mastery GIVEAWAY: Value over $2,022!
03/17/2022Cupping Canada Inc. and Mobile Massage Mastery GIVEAWAY—value over $2,022!
3 lucky participants will win shared prizes:
• 16 CE live online Evidence Informed Clinical Cupping course from Cupping Canada & Cupping USA (NCBTMB approved & Canadian approvals) - valued at $405 CAD
• Online course starter kit, tie dye silicone drinking glass & silicone straw kit from Cupping Canada and Cupping USA - valued at $120 CAD