Massage World Magazine Massage World 104 Back Issue

Sports Massage: ITB Syndrome
With summer approaching and lots of sports involving running, Susan Findlay
looks at ITB syndrome – a common running condition. In this case study, she
highlights how Transverse STR can be an effective tool in the rehabilitation of
the condition.

Myofascial Release
Ruth Duncan looks into confusion over myofascial release (MFR) and, what
it does. She also lays out a brief history and why it’s different to other manual
therapies.

Seated Acupressure (On Site) Massage:
Corporate or Private Clients?
When asked, most chair massage practitioners say they trained in Seated
Acupressure/On Site Massage with a view to taking this type of massage to the
corporate sector. Pauline Baxter from the AOSM challenges this general view.

Working with the Hands, the Head and the Heart
Rachel Fairweather looks at massage as an art form and describes what
separates the average massage therapist from a top massage therapist.
Looking at the history of massage therapy in different cultures, she shows how
a bit of compassion can go a long way.

Treating Clients With Past Trauma
Thai massage practitioner Robert Henderson works with energy to help
clients overcome past trauma and heal. He believes that people who have
experienced trauma need more than just bodywork. In this case study he
indicates how important it is for a massage therapist to form a connection with
their client.

Lymphatic Pressure Therapy
There is no proven aftercare therapy for breast cancer other than
Lymphatic Pressure Therapy. This article shows different techniques,
how the treatment positively impacts patients and why it needs to be
taken more seriously as a form of therapy.