Descriptions of a variety of diseases, conditions, and syndromes frequently encountered in the practice of massage therapy
A massage therapist should always keep in mind the possibility of several independent conditions occurring in the same area of the body. To make this clearer, let’s look at an example. A client comes to your clinic complaining of pain in the upper right part of the back. During the routine examination (for example, using … Read more
Massage therapists often see the same clients as doctors, with the exact same complaints. Because of the limited scope of their training, it is much more difficult for Registered Massage Therapists to understand the underlying pathology — they simply lack the necessary conceptual tools. Nevertheless, it is very useful to at least determine the general … Read more
What is this algorithm for? An algorithm designed for the diagnosis of three primary headache (HA) types—Tension Headache, Migraine, and Cluster Headache — is proposed for consideration by massage therapists. At the outset, it is imperative to acknowledge that the presented algorithm is of a rudimentary nature, focusing solely on fundamental headache symptoms. Nonetheless, this … Read more
Coverage of the problem of neck and shoulder tension in the literature The issue of neck and shoulder tension, as evidenced by my observations at my massage therapy clinic, is notably prevalent. Consequently, any information pertaining to this concern holds significant relevance. In the existing literature and client materials, the issue of neck and shoulder … Read more
Lower Back Pain is a rather complex medical concept encountered quite often in the practice of a massage therapist. It encompasses a vast array of conditions and results from numerous, often directly opposing, causes. In the scientific, practical, and popular literature, numerous articles delve into Lower Back Pain, and some are readily accessible. Therefore, I … Read more
