Archive for November 2009

11.26.2009

Would a shiatsu massage belt help relieve me of my trapped wind and constipation?

Jason asked: I suffer with really bad trapped wind and constipation. When I rub and squeeze my belly for a long time, wind eventually passes. Would wearing a shiatsu massage belt on a regular basis relieve my wind and constipation?

11.16.2009

Do you need a high school diploma to become a licensed massage therapist?

Rose asked: I don’t have a high school diploma or GED, and I live in the state of California. Am I still able to get a license for massage therapy with out it?

11.14.2009

What are the rules in regards to wearing or not wearing clothes during a massage?

brokenmotion1 asked: I want to get a massage, but don’t know how all of that works.

11.9.2009

How long will massage therapy school take?

FIDMpaige asked: I’m going to take a 700 hour massage therapy course, and I am hoping to complete it in 6-7 months being a full-time student and going to school for the maximum amount of hours per day. Is this possible? I know that a 500 hour course only takes 4 months to complete, but [...]

11.8.2009

what is the difference between a Certified Massage Therapist and a license Massage Therapist?

Summer asked: When I get my diploma from a Massage Therapy school does that mean am a Certified Massage Therapist and I can start working?

11.4.2009

What exactly is a perineal massage and how is it done?

?Lindsey & Jackson? asked: I know the massage helps soften it up so you don’t tear or rip…but, i was wondering, what exactly do you do and how soon can you start massaging it? And does it truly help?

11.3.2009

Is it typical to have bumps on the skin after massage therapy?

jessicamichelle asked: I started seeing a massage therapist after a car accident and I have started getting red bumps on my back, neck, shoulders and arms. They sort of look like acne but are a darker and don’t puss at all. They arn’t really itchy. I do plan on asking her about it when I [...]