02/19/2021
GSN Planet (GSN) announced the recent reelection of two members and emeritus appointment of one member. Those elected as members of the GSN Board are dedicated to leading the spa and wellness industry in creating long term, regenerative, and life-sustaining practices.
02/18/2021
Hawaii HB 223 and SB 599 would require 12 hours of continuing education credits for each biennial renewal period beginning July 1, 2022. Two of the 12 hours would need to be “first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, or emergency related courses.”
02/18/2021
The Pennsylvania State Board of Massage Therapy (the Board) is seeking three licensed massage therapists to serve a four-year term on the Board. Apply today!
02/16/2021
A case-control study published in Scientific Reports reveals that patients who suffered an acute myocardial infarction (AMI) had elevated cortisol concentrations in the month before the acute event.
02/16/2021
In response to the recent episode of ABC’s The Bachelor Season 25, Episode 6, featuring a “prank” massage therapy session, ABMP has sent a statement to ABC denouncing the unacceptable unprofessional image and sexualization of massage therapy presented in the episode.
02/15/2021
The Alaska Board of Massage Therapists has proposed new massage therapy rules that would impact licensure by credentials, continuing education requirements, and massage therapy establishments. Submit your commentary on the proposed changes no later than March 12, 2021.
02/10/2021
Recent widespread use of vibration therapy in treating sport-induced muscle fatigue spurred researchers to study the effects of the holistic local vibration therapy used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM).
02/10/2021
A narrative review published in Advances in Mind-Body Medicine examined meditation-based interventions for treating veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
02/08/2021
Senate Bill 750 and House Bill 1652 have been introduced in Oklahoma this legislative session. The ways in which these bills will impact massage therapists include establishment licensing, fee increases, grandfathering, and more.
02/08/2021
The International SPA Association (ISPA) has added a new virtual experience to its 2021 lineup. The inaugural ISPA Stronger Together Summit was created to conveniently deliver relevant education to help spas across the globe elevate their businesses during these extraordinary times.
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