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NCBTMB Announces New Managers Massage Magazine
OAKBROOK TERRACE, Illinois (Nov. 14, 2011) – The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) has named Ann Kinder as its new Communications Manager, and Steve Kirin as its new Customer Service Manager. Both operational areas play a pivotal role in helping the organization deliver its mission of advancing the highest standards in the massage profession and its focus on delivering value to certificants, schools and continuing education providers.
Ms. Kinder has more than 15 years experience as a communications professional working with nonprofit organizations to help them achieve their goals. She previously worked at Learning Point Associates where she facilitated internal and external communications, and increased media coverage nearly 200 percent. She is well versed in using a wide range of communication methods to reach a variety of audiences.
"Providing timely and relevant information and superior service are invaluable as NCB works to continue building the value of certification and its importance to the massage profession," said Alexa Zaledonis, Chair of the NCBTMB Board. "The addition of Ann and Steve to the NCB team further strengthens our ability to meet the needs of our constituents."
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Where can I find intake/disclaimer forms for Massage and Bodywork Therapy?
You can purchase books of legal forms at most book stores. Just fill in the blanks on one of those.
Do I need to pass the NCBTMB exam to practice massage therapy in calabasas California?
Hi, I will be moving to California in October from the UK where I currently practice massage therapy and am CIDESCO qualified. I was wondering if I will need to to take the NCBTMB ( National Certification for Theraputic Massage and Bodywork) exam or any other exam to be able to practice in California as I know it is required in some American states.
You should ask a NCBTMB representative what you need to do in order to legally work inside the US. You could probably even ask someone at the school where you studied massage therapy. The least they could do is direct you to someone who could help!
I need to design a sign for my massage therapy business?
What should I include in it? The name of my business is The Bodywork Cafe.
A coffe cup with somone in it
Alogo should be clear, descriptive and in only two colours: Your background and your signature colour. Think of the best Logos you can. They are all simple, memorable and easy to draw on a napkin. Nike is a good example, but you will be able to think of others.
The mistake most people make is to overcomplicate their logo. A good example of a bad logo can be found at the first link. It is clear that these people wanted to cram in as much as possible, and their basic message gets lost.
Something simple doesn't have to relate to massage. It can be abstract, or tangential. but it must be memorable.
A sign should include the logo, the name of the business, a phone number. If appropriate a weblink and email address, too.
The name of the business is the most important thing, and so should take up most of the space. Look at the banner of a newspaper. The name of the paper is the most prominent thing, the date, URL and everything else is small in comaprison.
A good rule of thumb is to write the name of the business "The Bodywork Cafe" then write underneath it "www.thebodyworkcafe.com [space] 555-678-1234"
make the font of the second line small enough so that it starts and finishes at the same place as the bigger top line.
Then add your logo to the left or right, to be as high as the whole thing.
I've mocked it up at the link below. If you go and have a look, please be good enough to click on as many advertising links as you feel you can!
Hold a contest for let's say $20-60 bucks and explain what you want and watch all of the different types of logos that people create for you. It's pretty cool and there's lots of talent in there.
Good luck!
what should I name my massage and bodywork business?
I specialize in deep tissue, pregnancy massage, hot stone therapy, craniosacral. I also accept insurance
Well, the way I came up with my name is how did I want people to perceive my practice. Am I more "holistic" or more "medicinal?" Am I more toward relaxation or more toward fixing specific problems? When you answer those questions you should be on the right track. Then when you get some ideas put them in a business name search and see if anyone else is using that name or a name like it in your area. Find a name you would be comfortable seeing in really big letters on your business card or a sign. That would prevent you from using something corny.
Come broken leave renewed!
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Good Body
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You need to check with your local state to see if the names are already used by another company. Don't forget to check for "doing business as" d.b.a. names also.
Good fortune!
Do you go for professional bodywork ie: therapeutic, sports massage etc? If no, why? If yes, how often?
Please discuss your experience with therapeutic massage therapy. Do you use it for acute or chronic health issues...Relaxation, de-stressing, athletic training, general health and preventative medicine?
Do you have any questions about what incorporating massage therapy into your health care regime can do for you?
I think massage therapy is both physically and mentally beneficial. It releases stress, can physically resolve issues if you let your masseuse know what you are suffering from. A benefit also comes from the fact that you are doing something wonderful for your self!
I have a massage once a week during my busiest time of year, once a month otherwise.
I also believe in reflexology. I have this type of therapy several times a year.
I vowed to get a massage every month, but it has been several months now since my last massage.
Due to the tissue injury in the last car accidnet I was in, I got massages every week for eight weeks.
How long does it take for cells to split when a person has HIV/AIDS?
I'm gong to be taking my National Certification Exam for Massage Therapy and Bodywork soon and this question was on the exam.
check webmd.con
Has anyone gone to a massage school in BC (Canada)?
ie West Coast College of Massage Therapy or Vancouver School of Bodywork and Massage...?
Are you currently happy in your profession or if you are a student, what are you planning to do after school? And what was your reason for going into massage therapy?
I'm looking to study in BC because an RMT must have 3000 hours worth of training..just seems as if the depth of instruction is better as opposed to other programs...600 hours..1000 hours..but I guess if you're a really great masseuse anyway, then the hours of training won't matter as much.
And also, what kind of person were/are you persuing this profession..? I am very caring and genuinely want to help people. I'm really into holistic and natural healing. Love being in calming environments. I think massages are amazing..and good to give as well as receive. Money is obviously an incentive as well, but in general I feel like this is a good career match for me. Input from those in/practicing in the biz?
I live in Canada as well (Ontario), but I would not suggest a career in massage Therapy. I was actually thinking about it around Sept whether to apply to it as back up for colleges if I didn't get accepted into any Universities. But they make roughly 20,000 a year. It's a really unstable job, some days you'll have customers and other days you won't. I suggest going to a stable job such as nursing. If you can't get into the University Degree Nursing program (Register Nurse) apply to the college level nurse (Practical Nursing).
Good Luck
How can I get paid to offer possibilities, and refer people to resources for alternative medicine and health?
Mental/emotional issues
Allergies
Holistic therapies
Spiritual answers
Massage and bodywork
Energy healing
Where to go for holistic training
Comparisons of medical and alternative models
Helping the body and mind heal itself
Understanding mind and body relationships
Recognizing the differences of: Mind, Body and Spirit
Explaining how organized religion, and spirituality compare
How to reach one's total potential
I get paid for doing many of those things.
Wrists: Self care for massage therapists?
I am a massage therapy student...I've been attending an intense program for the past 6 months and am just about to graduate. I dont practice as much as an actual LMT but I use my hands, a lot. On top of bodywork at school and in clinics, I also make jewelry and paint in my spare time. Lately I've noticed my wrists hurt...mainly when I extend them. Not really intense pain or anything, but definite soreness and bothersome pain. Any suggestions for self-care or anyone out there with similar experience? I don't want to mess up my career before I start it!
Thanks, L.
I am also a massage Therapy Student. The question or concern was brought up in our courses. One of our teachers is an RN and a LMT. She suggests if you have soreness you need to take a rest and ice the wrist. Because your hands are your future and you must rest in order to take care of yourself.
Also, watch your body mechanics. Make sure you are not bending the wrist all the time. Use your body not your wrists. You wrist is usually pretty stationary.
Another way to help is doing a pariffin dip. You can do the whole hand or you can paint the pariffin on the wrists only. (I don't know if you have studied pariffin dips, but wrap in seran wrap then in a towl for 10 minutes)
You could even get a brace and wear it at night to prevent overextending.
But above all we just have to take care of our hands a MT's. Unfortunately sometimes the only thing you can do is rest or RICE it (Rest, Ice, Compress, elevate)
I hope that helps you.
What Part of Austin Texas is the Best as far as business as well as Residential.?
I am looking to rent Possibly to owna Residential/Office for a Home based Massage Therapy Business.
The Name of my Massage Clinic is
Zen Garden
"Mind, Body, And Spirit Essential Bodywork and Massage"
Austin Texas is going to be the Home of This business if I can find a Suitable Property, in a Great area of Austin Texas.
I am Looking for a Three Bedroom, with a Garage,Separate Office space, Or Den that can be converted into a Office, two Bathrooms, With some Utilities included, as I only have a Budget of $700 Per Month, Including the Initial First months and Deposits, which I hope is no more than $700(Including Pet deposits and cleaning),
3 bedrooms? $700? In Austin? No way.