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Massage Therapy School - Massage TherapistsMassage has been used as a form of therapy and healing for centuries. Massage therapy involves working the soft tissues of the body -- mostly muscle, but also joints, tendons, and other connecting tissue. Massage can take on various forms, including friction, pressure, and vibration. There are also many styles of massage, from deep tissue massage to hot stone massage to rolfing massage to shiatsu massage to foot massage. Massage is often used as part of sports therapy and rehabilitation as well. And while many people practice amateur massage, most people looking for stress relief and therapeutic massage go to a professional masseuse who is trained and certified. How do you become a massage therapist? Most professional massage therapists spend from 9 months to 2 years training at accredited schools, studying anatomy, nutrition, pathology, and physiology as well as learning hands on massage techniques. Many schools also require first aid and CPR as part of the health practitioner training program. Apart from having their own massage therapy business, many certified therapists work in sports medicine clinics, fitness clubs, spas and salons, physical therapy offices, chiropractors offices, etc. Also popular these days are chair massages in a corporate setting, where clients can sit and remain clothed while the therapist working on their back, neck, shoulders and arms.
Massage Parlors and SpasMassage parlors have long had a seedy reputation, with people wondering what really went on behind the scenes in dark rooms with young women touching naked or barely covered bodies. And there are still many stories in the newspaper about escort agencies and call girls working behind the cover of a massage parlor. Of course, the vast majority of massage parlors are perfectly legit. But there are also many other salons and spas and therapist offices to choose from if you are not comfortable about going to a massage parlor. Gift certificates for massages are a popular way to introduce someone to the world of massage and relaxation -- and its a great way to get a recommendation of where to go from someone who has already patronized a good massage therapist. But if you are looking to find a good massage, you first need to decide what kind of massage you want. Most professional masseuses can perform a variety of massage techniques, but they generally have certain specialties -- Swedish massage, sports massage, Shiatsu, therapeutic touch, trigger point therapy, reflexology, deep tissue, rolfing, hot stone therapy, etc. One good site that refers you to a nearby massage therapist is MassageTherapy.com - just pick the type of massage you are looking for and type in your zip code, and up comes a listing of local therapists. I found over 20 within 20 miles of my home. Part of successful massage therapy is being comfortable with your masseuse -- don't hesitate to ask for a introductory meeting to spend 10 or 15 minutes learning about the therapists background, training, and philosophy. There is a lot of trust and vulnerability involved in massage, and being comfortable in your surroundings and with your masseuse is critical.
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