A guide to developing therapeutic relationships with clients, conflict resolution skills, and strategies to develop and maintain personal and professional boundaries. Provides real-life examples and in-depth discussions of professional conduct and ethics.
How do diseases and disorders affect the design of massage treatment plans? Develop the knowledge you need to evaluate a client based on how diseases and disorders affect the systems of the body and the critical-thinking skills to apply that knowledge in practice.
Comprehensive study guide for any massage student or practitioner preparing for the NCETM or MBLEx exams. Each topic is presented in a concise outline format, and review questions are included after each part. Contains practice exams.
Offers essential information on bodywork and massage modalities and reveals the benefits of each technique, from Swedish massage, to Reiki, shiatsu, Trager, and Feldenkrais
A step-by-step guide to the theory and practical application of classical massage. Includes an introduction to massage and preparation for giving a massage; the massage manipulations by area of the body; and some key modifications to the standard manipulations.
Provides information on the three types of muscles, their functions, and how they work. Describes skeletal muscles, smooth muscles, and cardiac muscles; muscle fiber contraction; flexion and extension; tendons
AMTA is the largest nonprofit association in the massage therapy profession. The organization promotes the health benefits of massage to the public and health care community. It works for fair licensing of massage in all states and actively supports research.
Non-profit organization that advances the knowledge and practice of massage therapy by supporting scientific research, education, and community service.
An independent, non-profit organization committed to elevating the massage therapy profession nationwide by establishing and advancing the highest credentials and standards of excellence. The NCBTMB awards qualified professionals with Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB).
Comprehensive study guide for any massage student or practitioner preparing for the NCETM or MBLEx exams. Each topic is presented in a concise outline format, and review questions are included after each part. Contains practice exams.
Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB) handbook providing official information regarding the MBLEx application process, policies, eligibility requirements, fees, scheduling, exam content, and results.
Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB) is the highest credential available for massage therapists. Though not required, certification indicates that a massage therapist has attained a higher level of achievement beyond entry level licensure, and it demonstrates credibility to current and prospective clients and employers.
This full-text eBook looks at careers in massage therapy. Learn about job duties for massage therapists, how to train for the field, key skills for success in this career, the employment outlook, and much more.
Business Resources for Massage Professionals and Entrepreneurs
Careers with Earning Potential: Massage Therapist
The Accidental Business Owner: A Friendly Guide to Success for Health and Wellness Practitioners