...F. Damien Santiago Massage Therapy Morrow/English The Benefits of Massage Therapy Massage can be defined as a systematic and scientific manipulation of soft tissues of the body for the purpose of obtaining or maintaining good health. (ABMP) The history of massage and healing touch is long and complex, with more than 75 different types of massage and bodywork modalities, a generic term used to describe massage in its various forms. Now today across the globe, it has grown up to 350 modalities and counting. (NCBTMB) Massage and healing touch have been practiced for thousands of years in all regions of the globe. Massage is very instinctive. It is a natural response to rub our aches and pains, whether or not we are familiar with the medical knowledge behind the instinct to rub our bodies hoping to find relief. In modern healthcare, massage has taken an important role. It is beneficial in several aspects such as to reduce stress, enhance blood circulation, decreased pain, promote sleep, reduce swelling, enhance relaxation, and increase oxygen capacity of the blood. (Santiago) Massage has been also recognized as a nondrug treatment for cancer and post-operative pain. (ABMP) Within my research, I will be looking at the ancient world of massage and how it evolved. The benefits of massage performed on clients which is the major topic of this research and the future of massage therapy. In the ancient East, a concern with illness has been documented in China for several millennia...
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...ABSTRACT The article is about the study of the effectiveness of massage therapy for sub acute low-back pain. The study was conducted by comparing comprehensive massage therapy, two components of massage therapy, which are soft-tissue manipulation and remedial exercise with posture education, and placebo of sham laser therapy for the treatment of sub acute low-back pain. The subjects for each group were given six treatments within a month. After a month of study, most of the subjects in the comprehensive massage therapy group reported that their sub acute low back pain is completely gone, while majority of the subjects from the other treatment groups reported that they still have pain. Thus, it was concluded that massage therapy is an effective remedy for patients with sub acute low back pain. INTRODUCTION The introduction clearly states its objective which is to compare the effects of comprehensive massage therapy, soft-tissue manipulation, remedial exercise with posture education, and a placebo of sham laser therapy for treating sub acute low back pain. The researcher states that this study is relevant as many people experience low back pain but no studies were conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of massage therapy as its treatment. METHODS AND PROCEDURES The article clearly stated how the subjects were recruited and the criteria they used in selecting their subjects. They recruited their subjects through email, flyers, and advertisements. They screened the...
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...협회는 서울을 포함해 13개의 지부를 전국에 개설하고 있다 태국 마사지가 저변을 확대하고 있는 원인으로는 우선 마사지 문화가 발달되어 있는 태국 여행이 많아진 것을 들 수 있다. 한국인 태국 관광객 수는 이미 1년에 100만명을 이미 돌파했다. 또 웰빙이라는 사회적 트렌드와 함께 업무 피로로 인한 스트레스 해소도 이유가 될 것이다. 태국 마사지의 경쟁력도 중요한 원인으로 꼽을 수 있다. [pic] Thai Orchid Thai Orchid [pic] Thai Traditional Massage Feasibility Plan Prepared By 이 성 화 상경계열 4학년 9710435 Date Prepared 2003년 4월 14일 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Venture Description 젊은 층을 대상으로 태국 전통 마사지를 제공하는 서비스업. Service 기존의 안마 시술소나 피부 관리실에서만 행해지던 마사지를 젊은 층의 휴식 및 놀이 문화로 전환시켜, 쾌적한 까페와 같은 분위기에서, 태국 전통의 전신 마사지, 발 마사지, 얼굴 마사지 등을 제공하는 서비스. 부대적으로, 태국식 아로마 테라피 용품을 비롯한 건강, 미용 용품 판매. The Market 이 사업이 진출할 시장은 아직 존재하지 않으나, 미용실, 피부 관리실 등이 유사한 시장이라고 볼 수 있음. Start-up Costs 3억원 Price & Profitability 점포 임대 비용, 내부 인테리어 비용, 관련 설비 구입비용, 수건 및 장비 구입비용, 종업원 교육 비용 PRODUCT/SERVICE Concept of the Service 태국 전통 마사지는 근육을 대상으로 하는 유럽의 마사지와는 달리 몸을 통해 흐르는 에너지의 중요한 경선들에 집중하여, 신체를 조화롭게, 막혀있는 혈관을 뚫어주고, 에너지 선들을 따라 부족함을 보충하는 방식. 스트레칭을 통한 치료법으로 신체의 압점에 작용하는 것으로 경직된 근육을 완화하고 혈액순환을 자극함. 사업 모델의 태국 전통 마사지는 전신 마사지, 발 마사지, 얼굴 마사지 등 3개의 서비스로 이루어짐. Stage of Development 태국의 Wat Pho Thai Traditional Massage School의 프로그램을 토대로 종업원 교육 프로그램 구축. 전문 마사지사 양성. Service Limitations 마사지사-고객의 1대 1 서비스인 만큼, 노동집약적이고, 임금 비중이 큼. 태국 현지 네트워크를 통해 숙련 마사지사의 채용이 중요함. Related Products/Services and Spin-Offs 마사지 서비스로부터 시작해, 태국 전통 아로마 테라피, 허브 등의 건강 및 미용 상품 판매, 태국 관련 상품 판매로 사업 범위를 넓혀갈 수 있음. 브랜드와 태국 현지 네트워크를 통해...
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...smoothing Chinese foot massage is one of the alternative methods which can be treated as a physical treatment to make people feel relaxation and decrease their body pain. Traditional Chinese foot massage consists of a foot bath followed by an intense massage on different pressure points in the feet, ankles and legs. Chinese foot massage has been practiced for centuries and it is popular in China. Both ancient Chinese books and modern medical texts mention the effect of foot massage which has been extensively used in treatment for medical symptoms, for example, arthritis, back, neck, and shoulder pain. It is also recommended by physiotherapists in China. Even the feeling of a traditional Chinese foot massage may differ, it basically begins with soaking the feet in hot water adding tea and herbs. During the feet soaking, the therapist massages a person’s shoulders, back and neck for 10 to 15 minutes. After that, the feet are removed from the water and the person is transferred to a comfortable chair where the therapist is ready to work. The therapist uses cream or lotion on the foot and then rubs, pushes and massages pressure points on the bottom, top, and sides of the foot. The foot massage is often painful, particularly for first timers because it is believed that each part of the foot is connected to a part of the body. If pain is felt in a particular part of the foot, it is believed the corresponding part of the body has a problem. So far, foot massage is welcomed by both young...
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...Benefits of Massage Therapy Massage can be defined as a systematic and scientific manipulation of soft tissues of the body for the purpose of obtaining or maintaining good health. (ABMP) The history of massage and healing touch is long and complex, with more than 75 different types of massage and bodywork modalities, a generic term used to describe massage in its various forms. Now today across the globe, it has grown up to 350 modalities and counting. (NCBTMB) Massage and healing touch have been practiced for thousands of years in all regions of the globe. Massage is very instinctive. It is a natural response to rub our aches and pains, whether or not we are familiar with the medical knowledge behind the instinct to rub our bodies hoping to find relief. In modern healthcare, massage has taken an important role. It is beneficial in several aspects such as to reduce stress, enhance blood circulation, decreased pain, promote sleep, reduce swelling, enhance relaxation, and increase oxygen capacity of the blood. (Santiago) Massage has been also recognized as a nondrug treatment for cancer and post-operative pain. (ABMP) Within my research, I will be looking at the ancient world of massage and how it evolved. The benefits of massage performed on clients which is the major topic of this research and the future of massage therapy. In the ancient East, a concern with illness has been documented in China for several millennia, and records have revealed that the practice of massage goes back...
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...out in a stress free environment. I have been looking into becoming a massage therapists because I know that each person graduates with the skills needed to get the right job to begin helping people. All massage therapy school embraces a lot of hands-on training to prepare each student with the knowledge and proficiencies to pass the West Virginia Massage Board exams called the MBLEX. Students are instructed in musculature, anatomy, and multiple massage therapy techniques. By the time we graduate, we have enough practical experience...
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...Massage FAQs: In an effort to help more people become Bodywise, here are some commonly asked questions about Bodywork and Massage Therapy. massage-water-imagery Massage FAQs WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT ON MY FIRST MASSAGE THERAPY VISIT? Most people receive massages in a place that is designated for massage. The environments vary, but the most common is a commercial setting, such as a spa, wellness center, or massage clinic. However, massage is becoming increasing common in other settings such as hospitals and rehabilitation clinics. On site chair massage is also offered in environments such as malls or airports, sporting events, or private parties. This section will continue to describe an appointment conducted in a private practice. Other types...
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... Career research #2- Massage Therapist 1.) Massage Therapists 2.) Athletic Trainers, Chiropractors 3.) Nationally, according to ONET, massage therapists are estimated to take home about $35, 970. Based on careerinfonet.com, massage therapists in the state of Oregon take home between $31,700- $84,600. Of course, the wage difference would depend on experience, successfully gaining clients, and promoting well. 4.) Massage therapists typical hours worked can be all over the place. It depends on the environment you work in. The environment can range from personal care services, offices of chiropractors, traveler accommodation, including hotels and motels, and fitness and recreational sports centers. Most massage therapists, especially if they are self-employed, provide their own table or chair, sheets, pillows, body lotions or oils. Based on bls.com, many massage therapists work part time, only about 1 out of 4 worked full time in 2010. So, a massage therapist does not have specific hours and it will vary from week to week. 5.) Benefits will be determined to whether or not you are self-employed or work for a company. If you are self-employed, then you would be taking care of your own medical, dental, vacation, you are your own boss. If you work for a chiropractor’s office, then they may offer benefits and vacation time. 6.) Based on careerinfonet.com, the prompted website from ONET, the trends are in favor for a career in massage therapy. In 2010, nationally...
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...Founder: Riya Sampat Product / Service Details: Name(Tentative): Ter-Sopo-rific Meaning: Terrific soporific massage and spa The idea is to provide massage services to the customers by visiting their homes. This will require a team of 3-4 members, both men and women, that are certified in massage therapy(certification includes courses not only related to information on human anatomy and physiology but also the effects that massage has on both) to go to the final consumer’s doorstep with necessary aid like good quality products used in massage therapies namely, Olive Oil, Coconut Oil, Apricot kernel Oil, Cocoa Butter, sweet Almond Oil, Wheat germ Oil, Avocado Oil, Shea Butter, Sesame Oil, Grapeseed Oil, Jojoba Oil, Water Dispersible Massage Oil and Moisturizers....
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...An extensive list of possibilities exists as the cause of common back problems that range from physical injury to a failure to receive sufficient relaxation time. In any of the cases, muscles and connective tissues experience pain and need more than pills to solve the problem. The following are some reasons to consider massage therapy in beautiful Loveland, Colorado. Situated south of Ft. Collins, north of Longmont and west of Greeley, Colorado, Loveland, acknowledged as the Sweetheart City of America, exists 46 miles north of Denver on I-25, take a left turn on U.S. Hwy 34 for the direct route to Rocky Mountain National Park. With over 300 days a year of sunshine, this lovely community offers exceptional weather conditions for any relaxing...
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...Aromatherapy massage is the type of therapeutic massage that uses essential oils as medium instead of light oil or lotion on the skin of the patient. These scented oils have various healing properties that when used adds up in boosting the healing recovery of the patient. They also affect the emotional status of the patient and are commonly used to maneuver the mood for a healthy emotional condition. The different types of essential oils are needed in calming, energizing, uplifting and decongesting the body and emotion of the patient. These scented oils were used by the ancient people as their primary healing method for a long time. Today, we use them not only as medicines but also as natural sedatives which help a lot especially after a stress out week from work. Aside from being a medium for a massage therapy,...
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...Western or Eastern Massage? Shannon Hankins COM/170 May 29, 2012 Mary E. Blackford What Is the Difference Between Western and Eastern Massage? Massage an international phenomenon that has been passed down from generation to generation within groups of people. Massage is a systematic manipulation of soft tissues of the body to enhance health and healing. The primary characteristics of massage are touch and movement. There are many styles of massage therapy. This essay will cover two of the most common groups of massage modalities, Western and Eastern, and explain the overall benefits of massage, the similarities and differences of Western and Eastern massage techniques, and Western and Eastern philosophy of healing behind each one. Although Western and Eastern massage outcome are similar, it is amazing how different their concepts are. Western and Eastern Massage have similar environments. For example, in the massage room sounds of soft tranquil music will be playing, the soft light of candles or dim lighting, the trickling sounds from a water fountain, a lovely sent of aroma therapy and a massage therapist eager to help his or her next client. There are some differences between the two environments. Western massage rooms have a massage table, where his or her clients will undress and get under the sheets like getting into bed. The massage therapist will use lotion or oil on his or her client’s skin during the massage session. Eastern massage rooms have a shiatsu...
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...been around for 6000 years or more. The Greeks, Romans, and ancient Egyptians all used aromatherapy oils. The Egyptian physician Imhotep recommended fragrant oils for bathing, massage, and for embalming their dead nearly 6000 years ago. Imhotep is the Egyptian god of medicine and healing. Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, used aromatherapy baths and scented massage. He used aromatic fumigations to rid Athens of the plague. What is Aromatherapy? Aromatherapy means "treatment using scents". It is a holistic treatment of caring for the body with pleasant smelling botanical oils such as rose, lemon, lavender and peppermint. The essential oils are added to the bath or massaged into the skin, inhaled directly or diffused to scent an entire room. Aromatherapy is used for the relief of pain, care for the skin, alleviate tension and fatigue and invigorate the entire body. Essential oils can affect the mood, alleviate fatigue, reduce anxiety and promote relaxation. When inhaled, they work on the brain and nervous system through stimulation of the olfactory nerves Aromatherapy treatment Your practitioner will first take a full case history regarding your general health background. Your therapist will then create a treatment plan and select relevant essential oils for use during the aromatherapy massage. This is carried out unclothed on a couch, with your therapist maintaining your dignity with the use of towels. Benefits of Aromatherapy ❖ Improves circulation...
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...variety of treatments with the emphasis being relaxation for people who work and live the large and busy city of London. Room 4 you will be based in South West of London (level 4 zone). Treatments will include full body massage, Indian head massage and Reiki as well as crystal therapy. Market research Market research shows that there is demand for massage Competitor analysis There are some businesses operating in SW19 market of London already with theses competitors focusing both on mental as well as physical needs. Below is a breakdown of the main competitors and what they offer: Relax & Unwind http://www.relaxunwindmassagetherapy.co.uk/ “Relieve everyday stresses and strains of life” “Arnold Green is an experienced massage therapist offering a wide range of massage and bodywork treatments for physical and mental well-being.” Having trained with the renowned Academy of Natural Health in London, Arnold Green takes into consideration not just the body but also the mind, emotions and spirit. After an initial consultation, massage treatments are tailored specifically to your individual needs and carried out in the comfort of your home. Below are some of the treatments available with relax & unwind: * Mobile massage therapy * Mobile massage therapy * Complimentary therapists association * ITEC qualified * Flexible bookings by appointment only * Available 7 days a week (Weekday evenings and all weekend) * Covering all London areas ...
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...National TVET Assessors Level 1 (AQ) in MASSAGE THERAPY NC II Certificate No. 0903060218699 Valid Until December 28, 2014 National TVET Trainors Level 1 (TQ 1) and National TVET Assessors Level 1 (AQ) in CAREGIVING NC II Certificate No. 0903060218701 Valid Until December 28, 2014 National TVET Trainors Level 1 (TQ 1) and National TVET Assessors Level 1 (AQ) in BEAUTY CARE NC II Certificate No. 0903060218700 Valid Until December 28, 2014 National TVET Trainer Certificate Level 1 in HILOT WELLNESS MASSAGE NC II Certificate No. 11090306123884 Valid Until Novemberber 4, 2015 National TVET Trainer Certificate Level 1 in MASSAGE THERAPY NC II Certificate No. 11090306123886 Valid Until September 24, 2013 National TVET Trainer Certificate Level 1 in BEAUTY CARE NC II Certificate No. 11090306123883 Valid Until September 1, 2013 National TVET Trainer Certificate Level 1 in CAREGIVING NC II Certificate No. 11090306123885 Valid Until August 6, 2013 National TVET Qualification and Certification System National Certificate II in Beauty Care Certificate No. 08030502007374 Valid Until August 6, 2013 National TVET Qualification and Certification System National Certificate II in Caregiving Certificate No. 08030602003101 Valid Until September 1, 2013 National TVET Qualification and Certification System National Certificate II in Massage Therapy Certificate No. 08030602004140 ...
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