January/February 2019
Technique
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The Mother Hand
By Ian HarveyHow can you apply specific pressure without it seeming sharp? Try this technique borrowed from shiatsu massage called the mother hand.
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Medical Intuition
By Cyndi DaleBecause of the possibilities and complications of medical intuition, I'm devoting this entire column to the subject. Let's look at some guidelines for the intuitive side of medicine.
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The Well-Rounded Session
You lost track of time. It happens all the time. But even if you are in a hurry, there are some aspects of a complete massage session that should never be left out.
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The Psoas Solution
The psoas has quite a reputation, and its also the deepest muscle in our core. Let's define this muscle and its importance in the human body.
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Palpation of the Psoas Major
The psoas major is an incredibly important muscle that can be involved in conditions of the lumbar spine, the sacroiliac and hip joints, and the diaphragm and pelvic floor. Here's a few ways to determine if the psoas is at play.
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Bones as Levers
Let's look at the benefits and application of bones-as-levers myoskeletal techniques designed to ease back pain.
Critical Thinking and Essentials
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The 5th International Fascia Research Congress
By Til LuchauWhat went down at the Fifth International Fascia Research Congress in Germany? What were the most interesting topics presented? Read a recap from Til Luchau.
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Loni Meyer
Like many massage therapists, Meyer uses volunteer work to give back to her profession. Unlike some other MTs though, she's still doing her work and going strong at 88 years old.
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Compassion: A Vital Part of Massage Therapy
By Laura AllenA lot of massage therapists are caretaker-type people who sincerely want to help others. How does compassion fit into our work?
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Is a No-Tip Policy Right for Your Practice?
Some therapists will say tipping is absolutely necessary to the culture and business of massage. Others think it's an outdated pricing model. So who's right?
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5 Tips to Get into the Flow
Changing our perceptions and beliefs (even about money) is possible, but it takes self-awareness, courage, and commitment to shift our thinking.
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The Secret Formula for Accelerating Manifestation
The best part is you don't have to be a self-care enthusiast to learn to manifest. The very same tools we're sharing in relation to self-care can be applied to any area of life where you'd like to create a big magic.
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Vulnerability
I had a client once who had a very long struggle with gluteal pain, and a struggle with the health-care system.
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Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
By Ruth WernerTMD is the label for temporomandibular joint disorders—and that is the focus of our discussion here. We'll look at the joints actions, movements, and disorders that can occur.
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Trapezius
By Christy CaelThe trapezius is a large, powerful muscle that can be divided into three distinct sections: upper, middle, and lower. Let's explore its attachments and motions.
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Practice-Based Research Networks
In this column, I take a different approach and explore the concept of practice-based research networks and practice-based research, and point readers to a variety of sources and resources.
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The Cobra at Your Core
By Thomas MyersLet's consider the centrality, attachments, and importance of the psoas and diaphragm.
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Wild Psoas
By Liz KochI explore psoas and core integrity very differently than most people in the health and wellness field: taking a biomorphic approach rather than a biomechanical approach.
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Massage Reciprocity
Is your massage license valid when you cross state lines? Learn all about license reciprocity and how and when you can practice in other states.
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The A-Z Guide to Improving Your Practice in 2019
What type of business owner are you? Active business owners plan, change, and adapt, while passive business owners sit back and let things happen.
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Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis
By Whitney LoweIn this column we'll explore two common conditions, spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis, and see how they impact spinal function.