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Body of Knowledge Project Announces Manager

May 12, 2009 – 7:19 am

A group of massage organizations working together to create a body of knowledge for the massage profession has announced the appointment of its project manager.
Chip Hines is formerly both a senior federal government project manager and PMI-certified Project Management Professional.
“He brings with him a wealth of experience managing large scale projects requiring consensus-building within a … read more »

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Massage Therapy Foundation Announces Conference

May 7, 2009 – 7:18 am

One of the massage profession’s leading research entities has announced its second research conference.
The Massage Therapy Foundation is supports scientific research, education and community service. Its second “Highlighting Massage Therapy in CIM Research” conference will be held May 13-15, 2010, in Seattle, Washington. The acronym “CIM” is for complementary and integrative medicine.
“This three-day conference brings … read more »

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Cortiva Institute to Partner with Special Olympics Arizona

May 1, 2009 – 1:47 pm

Approximately 50 Cortiva staff, faculty, students and alumni will provide chair and table massages at the 2009 Special Olympics Arizona Summer Games, scheduled to take place April 30 – May 2.
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – April 22, 2009  -
Cortiva Institute volunteers will provide massages  from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, May 1 and  Saturday, May … read more »

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The Massage Therapy Foundation: A Cause We Can All Support!

February 12, 2009 – 7:31 am

As massage and bodywork practitioners, we practice a unique craft; one based on considerable skill and a generosity of spirit. We provide the gifts of relaxation and wellness, and we offer specific therapies to those in need. One of my mentors once told me that “massage is the most unselfish of all professions”. We bring … read more »

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A Massage Therapy Hero

February 10, 2009 – 7:08 am

If we are fortunate in our professional careers, at some time we will encounter those uniquely gifted individuals, often teachers, leaders, or special healers, who have an inspired and profound effect on us. If we are truly blessed, we may encounter a person who is a hero to us – an individual who embodies our … read more »

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Massage Therapy — No Place for Mediocrity!

February 7, 2009 – 7:48 am

Statistics from the American Massage Therapy Association tell us that 143 million massages were performed in the United States in 2005. And this number is nearly double what it was 10 years ago. Close to 20 million adults received massage therapy in 2005. The AMTA Council of Schools had 45 member schools 10 years ago … read more »

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Getting your foot in the door of the massage community

January 8, 2009 – 3:39 pm

The easiest way to integrate yourself into the massage community is to enroll in a certified massage program.
The world of massage takes care of its own. Many schools offer career placement services after graduation, giving you the head start and connection to get your career started. Once training is completed, many schools will engage you … read more »

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