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Massage Therapy : What Is a Therapeutic Massage?

A therapeutic massage is one that addresses the body holistically, dealing with the physical body, the mental body and the emotional body through different massage techniques. Benefit from a therapeutic massage with advice from an experienced massage therapist in this free video on massage. Expert: Sundae Thomas Contact: www.Naturalsundae.com Bio: Sundae Thomas has been a massage therapist for almost a decade. She is the owner of Natural Sundae in Land of Lakes, Fla. Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz

January 26, 2012   2 Comments

What is the best massage therapy chair for my money?

My husband recently graduated from massage therapy school and I wanted to buy him a portable massage therapy chair. I’ve look online and I’ve seen a lot of options but I don’t really know a lot about them. I was wondering if anyone has any advice on which features or brands to look for. I only have between 0-0 to spend. Thanks!

December 17, 2011   3 Comments

Sports Massage Demo 2: Quads, Thighs & Hamstrings Leg Muscle Athletic Tune-Up Austin

Sports Massage Demo 2: Quads, Thighs & Hamstrings Leg Muscle Athletic Tune-Up Austin In this video, sports massage therapist, Ron Vaughn, explains more about muscles in the legs and why loosening those muscles (specifically the quads, hamstrings, glutes and related muscles) is important to improve performance and to ensure safe exercise with limited injury. This video series shows how to improve leg muscle performance and looks at the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes and other muscles in this video and in future videos will address the hamstrings, glutes, and other muscles surrounding the knee, thighs, butt and hips. Ron also explains how continued exercise on tight muscle can lead to pain or discomfort in the lower back, butt, legs, thighs, and core muscles. He demonstrates a unique technique for relaxing the hamstrings and provides instruction that other therapists may find useful. Ron graduated in 1997 from Austin Schools of Massage in Austin, TX, and also has a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise & Sports Science from Southwest Texas State University (aka Texas State University of San Marcos). Ron’s knowledge of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, health & fitness and his experience in athletic training, sports & recreation give him a unique style of sports massage. Ron uses Swedish massage, hydrotherapy, deep tissue, Myofascial release, and trigger point, (ROM) range of motion, stretching, and strength exercises to correct soft tissue dysfunction. Overuse of injured muscles

December 3, 2011   15 Comments

Back Massage: Full Body Massage Therapy Techniques, How to 2

www.psychetruth.net Back Massage Full Body Massage Therapy Techniques How to 2 Full body medical massage techniques video clip to relax the thighs and soothe tired legs, feet and improve circulation Athena is an alternative health practitioner doing Cranio-Sacral Therapy, a Licensed Massage…

November 10, 2011   25 Comments

Sports Massage Demo 3: Hamstrings & Glutes. Sciatica, Leg Muscle Pain Relief Austin

Sports Massage Demo 3: Hamstrings & Glutes. Sciatica, Leg Muscle Pain Relief Austin In this video series, sports massage therapist, Ron Vaughn, explains more about muscles in the legs and why loosening those muscles (specifically the quads, hamstrings, glutes and related muscles) is important to improve performance and to ensure safe exercise with limited injury. The series looks at the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes and other muscles surrounding the knee, thighs, butt and hips. This video specifically examines hamstrings and glutes and includes a great foam roller technique for loosening those muscles yourself. He also addresses sciatica and pain in the sciatic nerve. Kate talks about why she turned to Ron for help with her back and leg pain and why she continues to need his support so that she can continue to run marathons and set new records for herself. Ron’s knowledge of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, health & fitness and his experience in athletic training, sports & recreation give him a unique style of sports massage. Ron uses Swedish massage, hydrotherapy, deep tissue, Myofascial release, and trigger point, (ROM) range of motion, stretching, and strength exercises to correct soft tissue dysfunction. Overuse of injured muscles may often create problems and imbalances in the soft tissues, which may become chronic if ignored. Visit Ron’s Website: www.AthleticTuneUp.com This video was produced by Psychetruth www.youtube.com www.twitter.com www.facebook.com www

November 7, 2011   25 Comments

Sports Massage Demonstration: Psoas Muscle for Back, Butt and Leg Pain, Athletic Tune-Up Austin

Sports Massage Demonstration: Psoas Muscle for Back, Butt and Leg Pain, Athletic Tune-Up Austin In this video, sports massage therapist, Ron Vaughn, explains why a tight psoas muscle can lead to pain or discomfort in the lower back, butt, legs, thighs, and core muscles. He demonstrates…

October 10, 2011   25 Comments

Northern Thai Yoga Massage, Prone feet

Aachan James demonstrates the basic Nuad Boran Prone position warmup and feet. Includes six points, five lines, four lines, five arch points, ankle twist and circles. This demo was part of a live Certified Thai Yoga Practitioner course held at the Thai Yoga Center in Plant City, Florida.

September 27, 2011   1 Comment

How much do Massage Therapists make in Iowa?

I’m thinking about going to massage therapy school and I’m wondering I could get some realistic ideas of what massage therapists earn for income. Preferably in the Des Moines, Iowa area. Thanks!

September 8, 2011   1 Comment

Do I NEED to go to an international massage therapy school to practice massage therapy internationally?

I’m looking into massage therapy/bodywork schools, and my goal would be to practice somewhere outside of the United States someday, as I would like to make it my career. Do I have to go to an international massage therapy school, or can I go to a normal accredited school, sit for a national exam, and then find somewhere to take an international exam? I’m just confused, I don’t want to pick a school and then find out that I won’t be able to take an international exam. Thanks!

August 28, 2011   1 Comment

Massage Therapy : How to Give a Healing Massage

Giving a healing massage requires first providing a soothing environment through dimmed lights, scented candles and soft music, before performing effleurage to relax the client completely. Administer a healing massage, using compression and vibration, with advice from an experienced massage therapist in this free video on massage. Expert: Sundae Thomas Contact: www.Naturalsundae.com Bio: Sundae Thomas has been a massage therapist for almost a decade. She is the owner of Natural Sundae in Land of Lakes, Fla. Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz

August 24, 2011   25 Comments