This is a topic of great discussion in the Massage Therapy field.  I found during my research one particular individual that seemed to be forcing me to address this issue. I realized that the issue of what is offered during a massage therapy session and what is requested goes beyond the massage room.  What I [...]

The University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine released research in March, 2009 reporting on the benefits for advanced cancer patients from Massage Therapy compared to simple touch. The study, a multi-site randomized clinical trial, included 380 patients with advanced cancer, 90% of those patients residing in Hospice Care. The patients were given six 30 [...]

The value of online education is being recognized through this latest research report conducted by SRI International for the Department of Education. This report was released just this week and could mean a significant change for online education and its growing popularity. This is my most recent article for Massage Magazine on this topic. If [...]

In July the Boston Globe reported ‘ a group of influential senators ‘ were seeking to have alternative therapies included in health care reform. The two main sponsors of the senate amendment are, Senator Tom Harkin (D) Iowa, a long time proponent of alternative medicine and Senator Barbara Mikulski (D) Maryland. This measure would prohibit [...]

During the month of August, the BODY WORLDS exhibit and the San Diego Natural History Museum will be dedicating a week each to educating the public about the benefits of Pilates, Yoga, Massage and Physical Therapy. The goal is to encourage the public to make positive lifestyle changes and show simple ways to help the [...]