News Archives

YEAR
2010 | 2009

MONTH
Nov | Dec

HEADLINES

Massage helps people with eating disorders
Dec. 29, 2009 – Massage therapy benefits people who suffer from eating disorders, including bulimia and anorexia. New research shows that 10 to 15 percent of North American females have maladaptive eating behaviours and attitudes.

Knutson honoured by Who's Who in Cambridge
Dec. 21, 2009 – Jackie F. Knutson, Massage Therapist and Owner of Hand in Hand Massage Therapy, has been recognized by Cambridge Who's Who for demonstrating dedication, leadership and excellence in massage therapy.

Oakworks and Lewis collaborate on education
Dec. 16, 2009 – OAKWORKS and Paul Lewis RMT, an international presenter, fitness instructor and educator, have teamed up to promote quality products and education for the massage therapy industry worldwide.

MT franchise names leadership council members
Dec. 16, 2009, Highlands Ranch, Colo. – Elements therapeutic massage inc. recently elected four franchisees and four area directors to the company’s newly created leadership council.

Magister named distributor for MT products
Dec. 16, 2009, Chattanooga, TN – Magister Corporation was recently named master distributor for the Acuforce International line of massage therapy tools. Magister will immediately be responsible for sales and support for the entire line of products.

Massage therapy standards proposed
Dec. 16, 2009 – Attorney General Alicia Limtiaco yesterday handed over a draft of proposed legislation that would solidify licensure and certification requirements for the practice of massage or massage therapy.