Mindbody Releases Five Wellness Trends of 2023
01/06/2023
As we move into 2023 and plenty of people make the annual pledge to make the new year a healthier one, Mindbody released its “5 Wellness Trends to Watch in 2023.”
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"Outside the Room:" Sound Therapy for Massage Therapists with Joe Bob Smith
01/05/2023
This article is sponsored by Massage Heights.
In the January 3, 2023, episode of Outside The Room, host CG Funk talks with guest Joe Bob Smith about sound therapy. Smith is a former massage school owner, administrator, and massage therapist at heart. Listen to this episode and learn about the tools used, findings of recent sound therapy studies, and an in-studio demonstration.
Washington May Adopt Health Equity Continuing Education Requirements
01/03/2023
The Washington Board of Massage (Board) must adopt health equity continuing education rules. Find out how you can participate in the rule-drafting process at the upcoming Board meeting on January 6, 2023.
“Outside the Room” Podcast: End of Year Message
01/03/2023
This article is sponsored by Massage Heights.
In 2022, Massage Heights created Outside the Room—a show and podcast designed for massage therapists and estheticians to support their work and honor their careers. Twenty-four episodes were recorded, and plans are underway for more episodes in 2023. This is a little holiday message to all OTR viewers. Thanks for tuning in this year: "End of Year Message."
New York Bill Includes Massage Therapy as Opioid Pain Management Alternative
01/03/2023
New York bill requires medical practitioners to consider, discuss, and refer or prescribe non-opioid treatments, including massage therapy, before starting opioid treatment.
CAMTC Fee Increase—Contact Your Legislators
12/14/2022
The California Massage Therapy Council approved a $100 certification fee increase—a 50 percent markup from the previous $200. Now is the time to forward your comments to your legislators to explain how this affects you.
GSN Planet Receiving Board Applications
12/14/2022
The Green Spa Network (GSN) Planet Board of Directors is accepting applications for board service.
Since its launch in 2007, GSN has developed a community of inspired and engaged individuals to advance its mission of promoting the natural connections between personal well-being, economic sustainability, and the health of the planet. GSN is a community of more than 5,000 businesses and individuals dedicated to the future of global social and economic prosperity.
“Outside the Room” Podcast: Intro to Cranial Sacral Therapy
12/08/2022
In the December 7, 2022, edition of Massage Heights’ Outside The Room podcast, host CG Funk discusses the history of craniosacral therapy.
Massage Therapy License Fees to Increase 50% in California
12/07/2022
The California Massage Therapy Council voted 5–1 to raise massage therapy certification fees to $300, a 50 percent increase, beginning April 1, 2023.
Alaska Proposes New Massage Therapy Rules
12/06/2022
The Alaska Board of Massage Therapists has proposed massage therapy rules that affect education and continuing education requirements. Submit written comments before December 27, 2022.