New Muscle Layer Discovered on the Jaw
12/27/2021Researchers at the University of Basel have discovered a previously overlooked section of our jaw muscles and described this layer in detail for the first time.
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Minnesota Licensing Bills Introduced for Practitioners of Massage Therapy and Asian Bodywork Therapies
12/20/2021Senate File 1074 and House File 1275 have been introduced in the Minnesota legislature and would require statewide licensure for massage therapists and Asian bodywork therapists. If you would like to support the bill, find out how you can send a short email to your legislators using our sample advocacy letter.
New York Implements Indoor Mask Mandate or Proof of Vaccination Requirement—December 2021 COVID-19 Update
12/17/2021Governor Hochul announced that masks are required in all indoor public places unless businesses or venues implement a vaccine requirement that requires proof of vaccination as a condition of entry. This measure is effective December 13, 2021, through January 15, 2022.
2022's Top US Wellness Trends According to Mindbody
12/13/2021Mindbody surveyed over 16,000 general population adults in the largest 50 cities in the US, and found the top wellness trends for 2022.
ISPA Announces Election of 2022 Board of Directors and Officers
12/13/2021The International SPA Association (ISPA) has announced the 2022 ISPA board of directors and officers. The five newly elected directors will begin their term at the conclusion of the 2022 ISPA Conference on May 4, 2022.
Washington Extends Continuing Education Policy—December 2021 Update
12/10/2021The Washington Board of Massage met to discuss the ongoing difficulty in obtaining hands-on continuing education during COVID-19 and voted to push back the date for massage therapists to meet CE requirements until June 30, 2022.
New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Survey
12/03/2021New Mexico's governor and the Regulation and Licensing Department are looking to streamline the application and renewal procedures for licensure. Participate in the survey before December 7, 2021.
Back Pain in Astronauts Offers Treatment Clues Here on Earth
11/18/2021Back pain in astronauts may provide insights for treating back pain in the estimated 80 percent of Earth-bound people who experience some form of it over their lifetimes.
Massage Doesn’t Just Make Muscles Feel Better, It Makes Them Heal Faster and Stronger
10/13/2021A new study confirms the link between mechanotherapy and immunotherapy in muscle regeneration in mice.
FSMTB 2021 Election Results
10/12/2021During the 16th annual meeting of the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB) on October 8, 2021, elections were held for three positions on the FSMTB Board of Directors and three positions on the 2022 Nominating Committee.