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Hot Stone Massage Certification Course

Location:

Gainesville School of Medical Massage Therapy
7731 W Newberry Rd A2
Gainesville FL 32606
 

Dates/Times:

Course will be April 15th and 16th,2023
Course times:
9:30-5:30 Saturday 
9:30-1:30 Sunday
 
Participants must be able to attend both days.
 

Price:

Early registration by 4/8 (for first offering) $325; After 4/8 – $375
 

Instructors:

Jacqueline Ferber and Jessica Rhome

Credits:

12 CE hours
“Hands On Live” CE approved by the Florida Board of Massage Therapy

 

Course Description:

Are you looking for something new to add to your skill set, or a fun way to fulfill your license renewal requirement?

Did you know that Hot Stone Therapy is the most frequently requested spa treatment? Enhance your versatility as a therapist and enroll now to become certified in offering this ancient, world-renowned technique for all of your present and future clients. This course provides 12 hours of live hands-on continuing education and fulfills the Florida Board of Massage requirement.

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Massage Now Recommended by American College of Physicians for Low Back Pain

In a previous post, we discussed the use of massage therapy in the treatment of low back pain. Since that post was published, a new endorsement has come out from the American College of Physicians. Their new guidelines recommend massage therapy, yoga, and exercise in the treatment of low back pain. An analysis of more than 150 studies established a preference for treatments that did not use prescription drugs.

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Massage therapy is a healing art. As such, those you pursue massage therapy as a profession tend to be considerate people by nature. However, we all have blind spots when it comes to our daily actions, especially if those actions are routine. As a therapist, you may have elements of your routine on autopilot that can be detrimental to your health or your clients’ experiences on the massage table. Here are some common mistakes many therapists make without thinking.

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A lot of us are anticipating positive changes in the new year. Regardless of the way the political or economic climate turns, you can always hedge your bets on your own wellbeing. Our own wellbeing is entirely in our control, so new year’s resolutions focused on self-care and self-improvement are achieveable through our own efforts. This makes working on self-care and self-improvement empowering. Here are several of our favorite New Year’s resolutions from our own staff:

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Anyone who has had a professional massage understands that having a relaxing atmosphere is key to a great massage experience.  What a lot of people don’t understand is that the atmosphere is created not only for your body to relax, but also for your mind to relax.  The important mind/body connection is integral to an effective massage.  From scents to sounds to sights (or lack of), a proper mind state forms the foundation for an enjoyable and therapeutic experience and what better way than through meditation.

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Self-Care For Massage Therapists

Self-Care for Massage Therapists

Long hours, tiring days…. ah, the physically demanding but rewarding job of the massage therapist!  Tasked with the relaxation and treatment of individuals from all walks of life, you know how important it is to be proactive about caring for the body and mind, and it’s something that your clients can tell you are passionate about.  When you’re are so focused on taking care of other people, however, taking care of yourself can sometimes fall to the back burner, leaving you distracted, tired, sore, and even injured.  Let’s talk about some techniques of self-care for massage therapists, so you can be proactive about the health and wellness of your own body and mind to stay ahead of the curve.

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Massage for Opioid Addiction and Pain

Drug overdose is the leading cause of death in the United States, and opioid addiction is the number one reason for this statistic. Despite the high probability for a dangerous addiction, opioids have been heavily prescribed by doctors for the last several decades. It is only recently that the dangerous problem of opioid addiction is receiving a spotlight in the media. Now, doctors and patients alike are looking for alternatives, not only to opioid prescription, but also for methods to treat existing addicts. In this post, we’ll look at the effectiveness of massage for opioid addiction. We’ll also examine massage as an alternative treatment to opioids for managing pain.

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At Advanced Massage Professionals, we believe that massage is the perfect gift for almost anyone on any occasion. Of course, we may be a little biased. Below are our top reasons massage makes a great gift.

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When you think of therapeutic massage, what comes to mind? What can massage help with? Tight muscles? Low back pain and neck pain? Stress-relief? Yes, massage is an excellent way to work on all of the above. But you may not realize how versatile therapeutic massage really is. Below are four unexpected things that massage can help with.

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Making the Most of Your Massage Continuing Education Credits

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You know it’s time to renew your massage license when you start getting solicitations for massage continuing education courses. In states where continuing education units (CEUS) are expected, they are typically required every two years. For some of us, satisfying this requirement simply means finding the least expensive, least intensive courses we can take. However, rather than view continuing education requirements as a burden or a waste of time, choose to view them as an amazing opportunity.

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The short answer is: that depends on you.  In addition to relieving muscle tension, massage treatments boost immunity, improve skin conditions, increase blood flow, reduce anxiety, help with pain management, and generally work to balance body systems. In addition to treating back pain, chiropractic care can be used to treat joint pain, headaches, ear infections, tendonitis, and insomnia. Let’s review what a massage therapist vs. chiropractor does. We’ll outline what these to fields have in common and where there differences lay.

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Massage for Low Back Pain

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What causes low back pain and how should I treat it?

There are many causes of low back pain. For many people, their low back pain is a systemic condition without a single cause. Due to the complex nature of this issue, there are a multitude of treatment options. Ultimately, the answer seems to be a personal one. The search for your own low back pain answer can include any of the following:

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Effective Pain Relief Through Massage and Micro Point Stimulation

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Being pain free is a great feeling!

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