Monthly Archives: June 2009

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Massage news, events and opportunities for all massage therapists and bodyworkers

Reiki Massage

Becoming a massage therapist was one of the easiest decisions I have ever made. I am very interested in Reiki. “The word Reiki means ‘universal life energy’ and this energy is what makes the universe and so heals on all … Continue reading

Understanding Deep Tissue Massage Part 3

Guest Contributor: Art Riggs http://www.deeptissuemassagemanual.com/ Now we will look at how we as Therapist’s can benefit from deep tissue massage. This could be a strange concept to some who don’t understand the relationship between Therapist and Client during therapeutic massage … Continue reading

Understanding Deep Tissue Massage Part 2

Guest Contributor: Art Riggs http://www.deeptissuemassagemanual.com/ We know that Deep Tissue Massage is used in a wide variety of treatments.  We also know the top three focal points of this massage, fascia, muscle and spasms or trigger points. Now we will … Continue reading

Understanding Deep Tissue Massage, Part 1

Guest Contributor: Art Riggs http://www.deeptissuemassagemanual.com/ How long does it take a client to determine the quality of  work when she receives a massage from a therapist she’s never visited before? Most people say that within the first minute or two … Continue reading