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There was a time when I not only didn’t know how to sell products, I didn’t believe in selling products inside my massage business because I thought it would come across as pushy or would take something away from my massage services.
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Laser therapy is the most powerful noninvasive therapeutic modality for pain relief, tissue regeneration and the promotion of general wellness.
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Have you ever rushed into a massage feeling stressed out, but then after a few minutes of working you felt calmer? There’s research that suggests a massage therapist’s anxiety is reduced when giving a massage. This is not only a fortuitous work benefit, it’s also an opportunity to massage pain-free.
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Massage competitions give therapists an opportunity to improve skills and network with colleagues—and they are growing in popularity throughout the U.S., driven in large part by a new organization, the United States Association of Massage Championships (USAMC).
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The Florida State Massage Therapy Association (FSMTA) is proud to be the Official Sports Massage Therapy Team of the 2024 Caribe Royale Orlando Hula Bowl, the nation’s premier College Football All-Star Game.
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Any discussion of shoulder pathologies must start with a solid understanding of the anatomical and biomechanical challenges in this area.
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Accidents and other occurrences mean massage therapists need rental premises insurance, in order to create safety for their own practices.
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In the U.S., almost 2.3 million people are incarcerated in various types of facilities, according to 2020 data from the Prison Policy Initiative. The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE) indicates that about 600,000 people are released from prison each year.
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The ISPA Foundation Board announces its officers for 2023-24. Taking office for the 501(c)(3) organization are Todd Shaw, chair, and Ella Kent, vice chair.
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The Global Wellness Institute (GWI), the leading research and educational resource for the $4.4 trillion global wellness industry, is pleased to announce the expansion of the Susie Ellis Scholarship for Equity in Wellness for 2023.
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