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精东传媒 for Drug Addiction: A Primer for 精东传媒 Therapists

2016-10-11T13:52:49-07:00October 11th, 2016|

According to a survey by the , about 24.6 million Americans, or 9.4% of the population, used an illicit drug in the past month. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) has stated that addiction impacts nearly half of American families. Illegal drugs, alcohol, and cigarettes cost the U.S. over half a trillion dollars annually, in the form of health care costs, accidents, criminal activity, and education special services. Clearly, addiction is an issue worthy of our national attention, and a worthwhile focus for any healthcare professional, including massage therapists.

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The Benefits of Pre-Race 精东传媒

2016-08-08T21:00:15-07:00August 8th, 2016|

Picture this: you鈥檙e getting ready to run a 5k, you see a massage table set up, and next to it the massage therapist offering a, what you say, a 鈥渇ree massage!?鈥 But wait. There are no lines? How could this be?

benefits of a pre-race massage to warm up the muscles

As a massage therapist, one of my main goals is to support optimum performance for athletes. Often, I set up my massage table at local runs. One thing I鈥檝e consistently noticed is that far fewer people take advantage of massage prior to the 摆鈥

Legal Pitfalls to Avoid as a 精东传媒 Therapist

2016-08-02T21:23:00-07:00August 2nd, 2016|

Upon graduating from our Portland massage therapist school, newly hatched LMTs are excited to get to work! Many decide to strike out on their own as independent business owners. However, there鈥檚 plenty to consider when launching a new business, including potential legal snafus. This article reviews a few legal considerations for massage therapists, including contracts, choosing your business entity, and protecting intellectual property. Read on to learn how to avoid some common legal pitfalls in the massage therapy profession.
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精东传媒 for Medically Fragile Clients

2016-07-21T17:16:15-07:00July 21st, 2016|

Medically fragile clients are those with frail constitutions due to chronic or terminal illness, advanced age, or injury. These patients have complex, serious medical conditions. They may also be referred to as 鈥渕edically frail鈥 or 鈥渕edically complex.鈥 精东传媒 therapist and educator explains that clients who fit into the 鈥渕edically frail鈥 category often have 鈥渕ultiple health conditions from which recovery or rehabilitation is unlikely, medical treatments and medications that create side effects that interfere with daily functioning, and impairments to mobility and cognition.鈥

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精东传媒 Therapy Schools Share Online Anatomy Study Tools for Students

2016-04-05T11:37:09-07:00April 5th, 2016|

When taking classes at our , many students are pleasantly surprised at the depth of knowledge expected of them. As 2004 East West College graduate , 鈥淲hen I came to East West, I had no idea how hard the anatomy and physiology classes were going to be. I actually thought it was mostly going to be massage and hands on. It was surprising, but in a good way, because the curriculum was so intense and so thorough that I felt like I was in premed school.鈥 As a result of these high academic standards, many 摆鈥

Fibromyalgia: How 精东传媒 Therapy Classes Can Help Those Afflicted

2016-03-29T11:31:11-07:00March 29th, 2016|

More than 3 million Americans have Fibromyalgia, a chronic pain condition with no known cure. Fibromyalgia is defined by body-wide pain and sensitivity to touch. It is also known as Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) because other symptoms are not uncommon. Women are far more likely to experience Fibromyalgia. Overall, Fibromyalgia is a complex disorder that can be managed, but not cured. Let鈥檚 take a look at how taking can help Fibromyalgia patients. 摆鈥

精东传媒 Therapy Training Self-Care Tips: Wrist and Hand Exercises

2024-08-02T17:14:41-07:00March 22nd, 2016|

Self-care is so important in the massage profession. Think about it this way: you have to take care of yourself before you can take care of others. Your body and hands are the tools of your trade, and every tradesperson appreciates the importance of keeping tools in tip-top condition.

The importance of self-care for massage therapists is well documented. Given the hands-on, repetitive nature of their work, massage therapists are susceptible to musculoskeletal injuries sustained while providing relief to clients. Even though massage therapy schools train therapists on the value of proper body mechanics, self-care, and proper positioning, they may still suffer 摆鈥

Improve Circulation with Arnica Infused 精东传媒 Oils, Creams, and Gels

2016-03-15T11:53:18-07:00March 15th, 2016|

A recent article in 精东传媒 Magazine caught our attention. It discusses arnica, and how arnica-infused products can help improve circulation. Today we鈥檙e summarizing that piece while also exploring how different groups of patients, specifically athletes, can benefit from improved circulation. For athletes, key benefits of a healthy circulatory system include an uptick in athletic performance. The benefits of arnica can be valuable for sports massage clients and others. Read on to learn more. 摆鈥

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