Canadian Therapists Long For Acceptance As Healthcare Professionals, Reports Massage Therapy Marketplace
Ways to locate massage therapists in provinces where they lack professional status
(July 2012) Dallas, Texas – A Massage Therapy Association in Canada reiterated its request for the provincial health minister to recognize them as medical professionals on par with physicians and registered nurses. This association currently represents around 900 therapists who trained for at least two years and hold Entry-of-Practice diplomas. Following the lead of a Paramedics Association in the same city or province, massage therapists are lobbying for inclusion in the province’s list of regulated professions within the medical field.
“Regulation is not a case of ego-posturing on the massage therapists’ part. The public has a very real stake in regulation; without it, anyone could just show up to a home and introduce themselves as therapists. Regulating massage therapy as a profession could therefore safeguard the public. However, the case considering massage professionals on par with doctors and so on is another matter open for debate,” said K. Chatman, founder of Massage Therapy Marketplace.
Massage therapists already enjoy “professional status” in three other provinces of Canada. For places where therapists are yet to be regulated, it is important to find reputable and professional licensed massage therapists who can maximize the benefits of massage.
“Our intuition tells us to get referrals from relatives and friends. But doctors and other healthcare providers can also recommend a good, seasoned therapist,” Mr. Chatman said.
Then there are professional associations such as the ones in Canada or the American Massage Therapy Association. It is important to hire massage therapists who are registered with such organizations, which expects members to meet certain standards. Other places for finding credible therapists include accredited massage schools, fitness clubs, gyms, spas, and wellness centers.
“Beware of therapists who peddle their services online and on magazines, newspapers, and yellow pages. Be sure to thoroughly research the short-listed candidates identified from these marketing activities before making a decision. You could never be too safe when it comes to poorly trained therapists or worse, sex workers or criminals,” K.A. Chatman warned.
Select a therapist according to taste, comfort, and preferences. Ensure techniques (including specialty ones) and healing philosophy are compatible and ideal. Inquire about the credentials, licenses, and experience of the therapist.
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Acupuncture could provide relief for COPD symptom, as per Internal Medicine Study
Small study shows ancient medicinal technique could soothe breathing difficulty in patients
(July 2012) Plano, Texas – A new study demonstrated that the Chinese therapeutic tradition of inserting needles into the skin may relieve breathing in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) sufferers.
According to this academic work published in the Archives of Internal Medicine in June, acupuncture could potentially treat COPD, a condition characterized by weakening of the lungs. The researchers found that the technique alleviated breathlessness in COPD patients during exercise.
“The findings from this small study seem remarkable. However, I would like to see a similar study conducted for a larger sample size before we start to draw conclusions,” stated K. Chatman, founder of Massage Therapy Marketplace.
Devotees of acupuncture believe it balances the flow of energy through the body, translating into positive health corollaries. The World Health Organization suggests acupuncture may alleviate substance abuse, aside from lung conditions like bronchitis. Meanwhile, the National Institutes of Health claimed acupuncture could tone down back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, chemotherapy-induced nausea, fibromyalgia, and other medical conditions.
“Acupuncture decongests channel blockages throughout the body. Scientifically speaking, acupuncture purportedly can spur the brain into secreting chemicals that modify physiological processes like breathing and metabolism for the better,” Mr. Chatman added.
For 10+ weeks, several COPD patients in the study underwent two kinds of acupuncture; one authentic and the other a placebo. Researchers found the group that received authentic acupuncture eased breathing more and fared better at breathing during a walking test.
“As mentioned earlier, these findings are promising as a potential cure for a lung ailment. However, more replicated studies are perhaps necessary. Also, acupuncture techniques are yet to be standardized, further impeding the practice’s vindication as a COPD treatment,” K.A. Chatman concluded.
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Massage Therapy Marketplace Explains Why Massage Should Be Used Consistently Moving Forward
Resource sets forth basic guidelines for individuals seeking to benefit from massages
(July 2012) Plano, Texas – This season presents many opportunities to be physically active, from swimming to hiking to biking to competitive games. As such, summer offers plenty of opportunities to acquire muscle aches.
Massage Therapy Marketplace, an online resource for muscle relaxation techniques, told readers to include massage in their physical activity plans this season.
“Everyone knows that it is important to eat healthy and participate in exercise with proper form. However, it is extremely important to allow the body to recover. One way to accomplish this is via massage therapy. Also, many individuals probably share the same goal of improving their performance and flexibility. This can be accomplished via massage as well,” said Massage Therapy Marketplace creator K. Chatman.
To get the most out of a massage, it is important to set an appointment only with an insured, licensed therapist. This therapist should hold the appropriate licenses and participate in establishments that are authentic; i.e. actually generating business from administering legal massages.
“Individuals should utilize the user generated content online to acquire recommendations for potential massage practitioners. It is also important to seek feedback and suggestions from relatives and acquaintances, if feasible. The key here is to conduct your homework to minimize your risk and maximize your benefits of this form of therapy,” Mr. Chatman said.
Before each session it is important to orient the therapist beforehand of any previous and recent health-related injuries. Thus, the masseur can adjust, if not call off, the treatment based off of the disease, injury, surgery, and/or other conditions shared. For example, the masseur can set aside oils that could trigger allergies.
“If at any point during the massage you sense pain, notify the masseur. Massages, for the most part, should not hurt too much. It is also important to let the massage professional know the areas targeted and/or techniques utilized you enjoyed. Otherwise, you are expected to surrender yourself to the moment by breathing and relaxing to maximize the gains from a massage,” K.A. Chatman concluded.
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For The Olympics Season, Massage Therapy Marketplace Discusses Sports Massage
Sports massage helps athletes prevent and recover from strain, injury, and fatigue
(June 2012) Dallas, Texas – Sports massage therapists are destined by the hundreds for the London 2012 Olympics. Out of a quarter million volunteer applicants, a medical team for the forthcoming Summer Olympics in July has been assembled to service athletes. The group should include sports masseurs and other sports medicine practitioners from around the world.
“Massage therapists have been associated with the Olympics just like the competitors themselves for years. Their work is definitely indispensable,” K. Chatman, founder of website Massage Therapy Marketplace, said.
In general, a massage serves to manipulate and rehabilitate joints and soft tissues, e.g. muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Sports massages in particular manipulate muscle tone and length; remodel scar tissue; and enhance lymphatic flow. Capable of stimulating nerve endings, a sports massage makes for a great way to prepare the nervous system for strenuous physical activity and alleviate fatigue and tension thereafter. Many athletes depend on sports massage to prevent and recover from injuries, strains, and sprains.
It can be performed at any point from training to post-competition. However, Mr. Chatman advised players intending to undergo an intensive session to wait ~48 hours before competing in a competitive session.
“Sports massages are designed to relieve tense, fatigued, or injured muscles and joints. They can help increase flexibility, prevent or minimize injury, and assist with recovery,” K.A. Chatman explained.
If anything, sports massage helps excrete pent-up lactic acid and metabolic wastes in muscles. It decelerates muscle soreness, thereby significantly bolstering athletes’ performance levels. Several athletes claim their injuries drastically decrease through a combination of massage and physical therapy.
“And since it eliminates metabolic waste, massage reconfigures your mindset toward the game. It palpably takes away the stress and anxiety that would otherwise undermine your performance,” said Mr. Chatman.
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Ayurveda Becoming More Popular Worldwide, Massage Therapy Marketplace Reports
Ayurvedic therapy enacts lifestyle changes for health maintenance and disease treatment
(June 2012) Dallas, Texas – More people are rediscovering the benefits of Ayurveda, a millennia-old health system from ancient India. Now one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world has recognized it as therapeutic.
Dubai’s Ministry of Health and Health Authority have recently approved the practice of Ayurveda in the city. Several Dubai companies even reimburse patients for an Ayurvedic treatment, although it is still mainly beyond the coverage of health insurances.
“About a few thousand years ago, people turned to Ayurveda for their bodily complaints and preventive medicine. Thousands of years later, despite the staggering scientific advances, its benefits still exist. Common Ayurveda practices include meditation and Yoga,” said K. Chatman, founder of Massage Therapy Marketplace, an alternative medicine website.
As one of the more famous branches of holistic medicine, Ayurveda is based on the concept that the body has three kinds of energy or doshas known as Vatta, Pitta, and Kapha.
“Ayurvedic therapists believe illness is caused by an imbalance in any of these doshas. Balancing the doshas therefore bespeaks good health,” Mr. Chatman said.
Ayurvedic therapy encompasses more than just massages. As mentioned earlier, it recommends meditation, yoga, and herbal medicines, in addition to exercise and dietary modifications. Ayurvedic practices are typically an effective treatment for illnesses such as high blood pressure and for pain, anxiety, and stress relief. It could also be combined with traditional medical treatment.
“Nearly all of the things Ayurveda prescribes have already been deemed good for your health by the scientific community at large. Meditation, yoga…all these are known to have positive health corollaries. However, with any type of alternative medicine, it is still important to seek advice from a licensed medical professional before starting any program,” K.A. Chatman concluded.
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Fragrant Plant Oils Coupled With Massage May Provide Relief For Menopausal Symptoms
Massage Therapy Marketplace chimes in regarding merits of these findings
(June 2012) Dallas, Texas – A recent Middle Eastern study ostensibly connected aromatherapy and massage to menopausal relief. This study mentioned that women who received this form of treatment experienced a reduction in symptoms which could include irritability and sleeping difficulties.
“Previous studies have already found the health-related benefits of scented oils. For example, some studies show that lavender helps in relaxation,” K. Chatman, owner of Massage Therapy Marketplace, said.
Aromatherapy is the usage of essential oils derived from plants for therapeutic purposes. These oils may be applied on the skin, poured into hot or warm bath water, or vaporized and then inhaled.
“Aromatherapy has plenty of benefits. It can be used to reduce stress and anxiety; two factors that contribute to hot flashes in women. Menopause could cause a woman’s sex drive to decrease and essential oils could be used to enhance sexual desire,” Mr. Chatman explained.
As a result, it makes sense that massage and essential oils could generate health benefits in women suffering from menopause during this study. However, with a sample size of only 90 people, it may be hard to draw a conclusion since this group is probably not representative of most women.
“More research needs to be conducted to determine if massage and massage with aromatherapy are correlated with menopausal relief. Even, if this treatment is effective, it may be too costly for some due to the hourly cost associated with massages. Likewise, women should also consider other alternatives such as cooler temperature, Yoga or meditation, and exercise,” said K.A. Chatman.
In conclusion, any activity that can reduce anxiety and stress in women via relaxation could help reduce symptoms associated with menopause. Likewise, massage therapy and aromatherapy could be utilized by women to directly experience any menopausal relief.
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