Pathology for Massage Therapists

Pathology for Massage Therapy – Common Conditions You Should Know

A thorough understanding of common pathologies is essential for all practicing massage therapists. This is true whether you plan on offering massage therapy services at a healthcare or wellness practice, a day spa, a fitness center, at your own private practice, or even corporate chair massage. Regardless of who your clientele is, some percentage of your clients will have a […]

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MBLEx strategies for taking multiple choice exam

Multiple Choice Test Taking Strategies for the MBLEx

Passing a multiple choice exam like the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam (MBLEx) depends on two things: preparation and a test-taking strategy. Nothing can replace thorough preparation for an exam. But having a solid test-taking strategy for the MBLEx can help improve your test results dramatically. The strategies presented in this article are designed specifically for multiple choice exams like the

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NCBTMB - Board Certification for Massage Therapists

NCBTMB – Board Certification for Massage Therapists

Massage therapists and other bodywork professionals often seek advanced certifications and credentials to demonstrate their mastery of specialized skills and commitment to their profession. This could be a massage specialty such as sports massage or lymphatic massage, or it could be a general massage board certification. The largest and oldest professional organization in the US that provides a national board

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MBLEx study guide and schedule

Create A MBLEx Study Plan in 2025

Preparing for the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam (MBLEx) can be a daunting task. It covers information that takes most massage therapy programs 6-12 months to cover. So studying for this comprehensive exam without feeling overwhelmed will require an effective MBLEx study plan. What is a study plan? A study plan is an organized plan or strategy that helps you manage

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Massage Therapy Credentials - Certifications, Licenses

Massage Therapy Credentials – Certifications and Licenses

If you’re considering a career in massage therapy or have already begun, you’ve probably noticed that there are many types of credentials available for massage practitioners. These credentials can help to convey your credibility to prospective clients, referral sources and future employers. As a massage therapist, it’s a good idea to be familiar with the different credentials within the profession.

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How To Reduce Massage Client No-Shows

How to Reduce Massage Client No-Shows

Many massage therapists share the dream of building their own successful practice. But even with good client management and scheduling processes, most massage businesses will inevitably have client no-shows, late arrivals and cancellations. These no-shows and last-minute cancellations are frustrating and they can easily cost a massage business thousands of dollars per year. This is a common problem that most

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Areas of caution for massage therapy

Areas of Caution for Massage Therapy

Massage and other forms of therapeutic bodywork are generally safe therapeutic modalities with numerous health benefits. Massage therapy can reduce physical and mental stress, decrease muscle tension and trigger points, and increase range of motion and flexibility. But as with all therapeutic interventions and activities, there are some risks, even for healthy clients. One source of risk comes from the

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Best Apps and Software for Massage Therapists

Best Apps & Software for Massage Therapists in 2025

When it comes to managing a massage business, it’s easy to get bogged down with all of the tasks needed to keep it running smoothly. In addition to providing outstanding massage therapy or bodywork treatments, therapists must have an efficient and organized documentation system, stay connected with clients, offer a frictionless check-in and check-out process, provide a convenient booking process,

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massage therapist self care

Self-Care Tips for Massage Therapists

Massage therapy is a rewarding career. We have the opportunity to improve other peoples’ lives by relieving their stress and pain. It has the potential to be a lifelong career, but being a massage therapist can be a demanding job. Over time, working as a massage therapist can take a toll, both physically and emotionally. Getting injured can make work

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How hard is the MBLEx

How Hard is the MBLEx Really?

(Updated 2024) One of the most frequently asked questions I get from massage therapy students is, “How hard is the MBLEx?” I was wondering the same thing as I was preparing for the massage exam. How hard is the MBLEx, really? The good news is that the content on the MBLEx is not objectively hard. There are no complicated mathematical

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