Mythbusting: Massage Removes Lactic Acid
Does a massage remove lactic acid? Or is that simply a myth? Daniel Wonnocott takes a look at the facts and history to give us the answer.
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Fit, Phat and Farting
Aran Bright introduces us to his Functional Release Technique workshop, showing us the Fit, Phat and Farting approach to treatment.
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Working With Clients Who Have Experienced Assault Part 2
Robert Libbey RMT shares practical advice for massage therapists working with clients who have experienced assault and sexual assault in part 2 of our series. Content warning: assault, sexual assault, rape
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Working With Clients Who Have Experienced Assault Part 1
Robert Libbey RMT shares his experience of working with clients who have experienced assault and sexual assault in part 1 of our 2 part series. Content warning: assault, sexual assault, rape
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Massaging The Enemy
What happens when you simply don’t like your client … or they don’t like you? How can you continue to provide the best possible treatment? Massage Therapist and Psychotherapist Tim Clark is here to help.
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More Than Tired
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is misunderstood, misdiagnosed and poorly funded, so it’s no wonder the guidelines for massage therapists are virtually nonexistent.
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The Only True Correct Way to Fold a Towel
In which we explore the art of towel folding and other laundry matters as they relate to massage therapists.
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Is massage therapy part of Australia’s national pain plan?
The Australian Government has just released the National Strategic Action Plan for Pain Management 2019. We think Massage Therapists can and should play a role. Read on …
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Something’s Gotta Change
Peri-menopause and post-menopause can be unsettled times for women. And what if you’re a massage therapist experiencing peri-menopause or post-menopause? How does it impact on your treatments?
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Do I Have to Stand Up Straight?
Have you ever told a client they have upper crossed syndrome and proceeded to treat accordingly? Should postural correction be a treatment goal? Daniel Wonnocott encourages Massage Therapists to rethink postural assessment and start asking more questions.
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