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Acute Injury Management for Massage Therapists
Feb 4 2026
To correctly manage an acute injury, it is crucial for therapists to know what to do and when to do it. Besides the standard recommendations for care, there is a modality that massage therapists can use to safely help clients within the first few days of a traumatic injury.
The post Acute Injury Management for Massage Therapists first appeared on Massage Professionals Update.Handling Draining Massage Clients: Professional Strategies to Protect Your Energy
Jan 30 2026
Learn practical strategies for massage therapists to handle draining clients, set boundaries, and protect your energy while giving excellent care
The post Handling Draining Massage Clients: Professional Strategies to Protect Your Energy first appeared on Massage Professionals Update.Solutions and Sports Massage Techniques for Achilles Tendinitis
Jan 8 2026
Learn about ten commonly advised solutions you can discuss with clients suffering from acute or chronic Achilles tendinitis. Also, find out two specific sports massage techniques that can help repair this potentially crippling condition.
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Dec 20 2021
Learn about the causes of plantar fasciitis, as well as 5 techniques you can try from the comfort of your home to ease this foot pain. Continue reading
Differences Between Relaxation Massage, Medical Massage & Sports Massage
Aug 29 2014
A friend gives you a gift certificate for a massage, but what kind of massage will it be? What do you request – do you even have a choice? Learn about some basic options available to you when the time comes for you to schedule that appointment. Continue reading
Where On My Body Is a Massage Therapist Allowed to or Qualified to Work?
Jun 30 2014
Discover which parts of the body are forbidden to touch during a massage session. Continue reading
Benefits of Milk Thistle: How It Helps the Liver and Protects Against Free Radicals
Feb 2 2026
People have been using milk thistle for a long time, but most people don’t know why it continues coming up in talks about liver health. People regularly talk about the benefits of milk thistle, but they don’t always explain why. Its main job is not to make big cleansing promises, but to quietly help the … Continue reading Benefits of Milk Thistle: How It Helps the Liver and Protects Against Free Radicals
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Jan 23 2026
As we age, staying strong and mentally sharp can feel increasingly challenging. A new 2026 review offers a hopeful perspective, revealing how two familiar tools may work together to support both body and brain.
The post Creatine and Exercise for Older Adults May Support Strength and Cognitive Health first appeared on Natural Wellness Update.Holiday Stress 2025: Why It’s Rising and How to Protect Your Mental Health
Dec 12 2025
The holidays promise joy and connection, but for many people they also bring a quiet surge of holiday stress — from financial pressure to family tension to the expectation of staying cheerful no matter what. New research shows stress levels are climbing in 2025, making it more important than ever to understand what’s driving the overwhelm and how to protect your mental health through the season.
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