Stay informed on legislation, health trends, and major shifts shaping the massage therapy profession across the U.S.

Philadelphia School of Massage & Bodywork Documentary

Massage class from start to finish! This short documentary follows seven students of varied demographics and backgrounds as they go through the rigors of learning and training to become licensed massage therapists.

So you want to be a Massage Therapist

Sick of sitting at a desk all day? Longing for a line of work that helps others? A career in massage therapy might be just what the doctor ordered! Massage therapists use their hands, forearms, elbows and more to manipulate the soft-tissue of clients. They provide pain relief, stress reduction, and overall relaxation. Many find the work deeply satisfying. But is it right for you? What type of person makes a good massage therapist? When you hear “massage therapist,” what comes to mind? For many, the stereotypical image is a big, burly Swede. In reality, there is no one type [...]