Upcoming ISPA U.S. Spa Industry Report Presentation
07/26/2021
ISPA will host an open webinar on July 28 to release the highlights of the 2021 installment of their annual U.S. Spa Industry Study.
News
5-Minute Breathing Exercise Lowers Blood Pressure as Much as Exercise or Drugs
07/15/2021
A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association demonstrates the strongest evidence to date that a breathing workout known as high‐resistance inspiratory muscle strength training (IMST) can help lower blood pressure and improve cardiovascular health in adults.
Icing Muscle Injuries May Delay Recovery
07/15/2021
Icing is one of the most common treatments for acute muscle injuries. However, previous studies on rodents have demonstrated detrimental effects of icing on muscle regeneration following injury.
Washington Issues a New COVID-19 Guidance Document
07/12/2021
The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries issued new guidance addressing how to verify employee vaccination status, how to protect unvaccinated staff, and when employees need to wear masks. Per the new guidance, individuals who work in the health-care industry, such as massage therapists, must continue to wear a mask while at work.
ABMP Comments on USA Today Article About Massage Schools
07/09/2021
ABMP comments on the recently published USA Today article on illicit massage schools in Minnesota.
New Massage Therapy Management Requirements in Connecticut
07/08/2021
House Bill No. 6666 passed this legislative session and requires every business that employs a massage therapist to be under the management of a licensed massage therapist, hairdresser, cosmetician, esthetician, eyelash technician, or nail technician.
Surprising Men’s Wellness Trends Highlighted in Mindbody’s 2021 Wellness Index
07/06/2021
According to Mindbody’s 2021 Wellness Index, the industry’s official trend forecast based on consumer behaviors, men are more likely than women to book services for facials, body hair removal, Botox or similar fillers, full-body skin treatments, and even permanent makeup or eyebrow tinting/microblading.
Changes to the Louisiana Massage Practice Act
07/02/2021
House Bill No. 531 passed this legislative session and amends multiple sections of the Louisiana Massage Practice Act, including scope of practice, continuing education, and renewal requirements. It also modifies the look of LA massage therapy license.
New Massage Consultation Form for Texas Massage Therapists
07/01/2021
The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation released a revised Massage Consultation Document for massage therapists. Use their checklist to make sure your current document is in compliance with the new requirements.
Arizona Board of Massage Therapy Seeks New Board Member
06/29/2021
There is currently one seat open to a licensed massage therapist on the Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy, and Governor Ducey’s office is looking for qualified applicants. ABMP encourages interested and eligible members to consider applying for an appointment, as it’s a way to become more engaged in the profession. Find out how!