Massage World Magazine Massage World 108 Back Issue

The Massage and Body Therapists Magazine

Why is SKART Part of the 21st Century of Health?
SKART (Structural Kinesiology Acupressure Release Technique) is a cutting-edge new diagnostic and therapeutic technique designed, trialled and used for the efficient management of back, neck, hip and leg pain. Amanda White explains what SKART can help you with, what areas it helps to treat and how embarking on the course will help develop new skills that have the potential to benefit practice and client health.

Touch - The Forgotten Sense
In this digital age when we are more than ever connected via technology, research shows we are decreasingly connected in a true, meaningful human way, we are currently experiencing less touch than ever before with less time spent engaging in positive face to face interactions. In this article Emma Gilmore discusses the importance of touch and the consequences that are associated with lack of nurturing touch.

Are You Sitting Comfortably?
There are choices everywhere and it can be confusing when it comes to making a final decision regarding which massage chair will be the best option for you and your clients. Pauline Baxter talks us through what you need to consider when buying a massage chair.

Post-Concussion Syndrome
As the field of concussion continues to evolve, massage therapists are becoming an integral part of the health care team managing this often complicated injury. In this case study, Conor Collins explains what Post-Concussion Syndrome is and the importance of the massage therapist’s role in managing a patient’s symptoms.

Reflexology For Mental Health
Mark Woollard explains how reflexology can be used to help treat patients who have mental health conditions.

Marketing Today
How do you market yourself effectively without wasting your time and money? By Charlie Thompson.