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Cover your face, wear a hat and stay hydrated to exercise safely through the winter

Let’s face it, winter in Canada is a reality we can’t ignore. And for many of us, it means getting outside and into the cold for work, chores and exercise. But there are ways to improve your comfort and safety while being active outdoors in cold weather.


Do we get our most creative ideas when walking?

Movement helps us to think creatively. This insight is over 2000 years old — and already known to the philosophers in ancient Greece. However, what is the connection between movement and cognition from a scientific point of view? What happens in the brain when we walk? Are people who rarely move less creative?


Scientists dive deep into the different effects of morning and evening exercise

It is well established that exercise improves health, and recent research has shown that exercise benefits the body in different ways, depending on the time of day. However, scientists still do not know why the timing of exercise produces these different effects.
 
 
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The Muscle and Bone Palpation Manual with Trigger Points, Referral Patterns and Stretching, 2nd Edition

Muscolino’ s comprehensive and visually engaging coverage takes an in-depth look at palpation of muscle and bone along with trigger points and their pain referral patterns, stretching, specific muscle treatment, and more. Amazing four-color artwork shows palpation of the muscle with illustrations drawn over full-color photos. New additions such as review questions, “Deeper Thoughts,” case studies and an Interactive Muscle Program help you develop integrative clinical-reasoning skills and successfully apply palpation techniques in massage therapy. » Shop now
 
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No sweat: Why we bought a barrel sauna

During my career as a massage therapist, I was magnetically drawn to working at spas that had saunas (especially when it was a staff perk to take advantage of them). Steam rooms always seemed too wet – but a dry sauna? I was known to slip in a few minutes before a massage treatment (in my uniform!) to warm my bones before my shift began.

Saunas seemed like such a blip in the massage therapy curriculum, lumped in with other modalities like actinotherapy and salt scrubs. Meanwhile, they are an incredibly accessible approach to self-care and a huge bonus for massage clients if you operate a home-based business.
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5 ways to diversify your income with remote care

During this free webinar, you’ll learn: 5 ways to increase your income without working in a clinic; How to adapt your practice to meet growing patient demand; The tools and costs associated with setting up you own remote practice in your community; 3 zero-cost marketing strategies to get started and grow your referrals » More info

Podcast: The role of empathy in massage

Are massage therapists properly equipped, in their training and informed by evidence, to respond appropriately to patient affect, particularly in advanced care situations? » Listen now
 
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Invest in your education – webinar series launches Feb 24!

No matter how many years you practice, eventually you may face a need for sound ethical decision-making. Practice challenges usually erupt because of assumptions, poor communication or inadequate or absent boundaries. In fact, when you review CMTO disciplinary cases, the details reveal a significant gap in understanding or commitment to professional identity. This webinar series, featuring educator, writer and massage therapist, Pam Fitch, offers an interactive evidence-based approach to professional decision-making and communication, gleaned from more than 30 years of practice. Participants will learn how to analyze professional challenges and to make ethically and appropriate decisions for the complexities that arise in practice. » Register now