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Benefits of Massage Therapy for SeniorsIt’s no secret that the fastest-growing segment of the American population is 65 or older.  According to the Department of Health & Human Services, the number of people 65 and older numbered 39.6 million and represented 12.9% of the US population in 2009.  By 2030, there will be about 72.1 million people 65 and older,...

Massage an inexpensive treatment for painPosted By: Drs. Kay Judge and Maxine Barish-Wreden on 09/06/2011Chronic neck and back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical care in the United States.It accounts for a large percentage of health care dollars: In 2005, we spent close to $90 billion on medical procedures, imaging studies and medications for neck and...

What Kind of Massage Do You Need Right Now?Choosing from a menu of massage techniques may sound like a heavenly dilemma (so many techniques, so little time …). But the choice you make is a weighty one — and it’s not just about your preferences for light or deep pressure, but also your health and physical condition right now.So how do you know which massage...

Celebrate Massage Therapy: Oct. 23-30, 2011Share why everyone should make massage therapy a part of their health and wellness routine with National Massage Therapy Awareness Week® (NMTAW)! NMTAW is designed to raise public understanding about the benefits of massage, attract media attention to nationwide activities being carried out by AMTA chapters, members, as well...

3 Reasons to Get a Massage More Often Why a regular massage should be a fundamental component to your overall wellness programWe'd all love to get massage on a regular basis. If that sounds more like a luxury and not a necessity, check your facts. Health experts recommend regular massage therapy with good reason!Consider these three excuses to get a massage as often as you like:1....