Category: Massage Theory and Practice
Deep Tissue Massage
At Jennifer Brand we define Deep Tissue massage as: The skilled and safe application of pressure to release tension, increase range of motion, and relieve pain.
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Techniques of Massage
Techniques serve as the bridge between the art and science of massage. They are the action of the...
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Art of Massage
Massage is an art and a science. If we seek to explore the talents we adore, we must delve into...
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Creativity, Empathy, and Humility
THE VIRTUES OF MASSAGE Creative expression requires the spark of imagination. It is an energy...
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Session Elements & Principles
I believe a massage may be judged by various elements and principles that define a quality of...
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Technique Excellence
Achieving excellence isn’t for everyone. Living the extreme of this or that is not a...
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How does massage work?
“How does massage work?” An article by Alice Sanvito, LMT My late Russian Massage...
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Keeping It Real: Busting Massage Myths
Our commitment to excellence and to a client-centered practice means that we make every effort to...
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If We Cannot Stretch Fascia, What Are We Doing?
When Ida Rolf began putting her hands and elbows on people’s skin and applying pressure, creating...
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“Deep Tissue” Massage: How much pressure is too much?
A 38 year old woman suffers permanent shoulder drop after a “deep tissue”...
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Massage Therapy Research and Education blog, by Dr. Christopher Moyer, Interviews Us!
Christopher Moyer, Ph.D., is a psychologist who has done research in massage therapy and...
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Musicians – Small Muscle Athletes
I once read an article about musculoskeletal pain among professional musicians. A survey of...
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