The Opposite of Hurt
How easy is it to read “cancer” scribbled on an intake form, assemble our cancer knowledge and treat accordingly? But what about the person on the end of that diagnosis? What role do they have in treatment?
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Out with the old …
AMT has recently completed its annual review of the AMT Code of Practice. And this time around, we’ve made one really exciting change, beyond reviewing the currency of legislation that applies to the practice of massage therapy …
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The Stranger in the Room
Have you ever been treating a client and felt that, no matter how well you’re explaining yourself, the client isn’t engaging? Is it you or them? Or is it something more complex. Tim Clark shares a miscommunication story.
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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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