Coronavirus and Massage—FAQs
04/01/2020
Can I or should I work? - On March 16, 2020, ABMP issued a statement strongly encouraging all massage and bodywork practitioners to suspend practice, as social distancing is not feasible in massage...
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Moving Forward in a Time of COVID-19 and the Massage Profession
03/24/2020
In the spirit of keeping our community connected, we wanted to share some of the most prudent tips and bits of advice we’ve been hearing from you and your colleagues as we deal with the COVID-19 crisis and all its ramifications.
Adverse Events in Massage Therapy: Collected Case Reports
03/23/2020
In the May/June 2020 issue of Massage & Bodywork, Ruth Werner writes about endangerment sites and the risk of adverse events in massage therapy.
Here is a continued resource list of additional case reports detailing adverse effects in massage therapy.
Financially Surviving COVID-19 for Massage Therapists
03/19/2020
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To say, “We’re in uncertain times” is the understatement of the decade. To me, it feels like weird, slow-moving chaos. This pandemic is unlike anything we have ever experienced, and many of us are feeling untethered and shocked.
Take Back Your Power—Support Your Immune System
03/17/2020
Technology has certainly put us in touch with important information on preventive measures for spreading the COVID-19 virus, such as washing our hands and avoiding contact with those who are sick. However, much of the information is ignoring an essential part to staying healthy—boosting our immune system!
Shut it Down: Recommendation for Massage Therapists from Ruth Werner
03/16/2020
My friends and colleagues, it’s time to shut it down. It’s past time to shut it down.
Massage Therapy—Demonstrating how you are a safe space for your clients
03/13/2020
Massage therapists don’t normally talk about the steps they take to sanitize their space. However, now is the time to be transparent with clients and potential clients about protocols.
A Massage Therapist's Guide to COVID-19
03/04/2020
Massage therapists may have questions regarding COVID-19, including proper hygiene and protocol. Ruth Werner, author of A Massage Therapist's Guide to Pathology, offers the following tips for massage therapists.
Employer Spotlight with Elements Massage (Q&A)
03/02/2020
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What makes working at an Elements Massage studio different from other massage and bodywork employers? We spoke to Chief Wellness Officer Eric Stephenson to find out.
5 Powerful Self-Care Tools That Relieve Pain & Tension
02/20/2020
Massage therapy has powerful healing properties. There is simply nothing that compares to the warmth and precision of real human touch. Many people are suffering greatly and extremely few can afford therapy daily to get relief. That is why it’s important for massage therapists to educate clients and recommend powerful “adjunct therapies” that complement their massage services.