Professional therapeutic massage therapy in Kansas City, MO by Aaron Harris, BCTMB
(Paul) Aaron Harris has been elected to serve on the Missouri American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) Board. The general election was held in February and Aaron was sworn into a two-year term of service on March 12, 2022. Aaron will
While I might be slightly biased, I truly believe that giving the gift of massage is one of the best presents you can give. Especially during the holidays. Here are some reasons why a massage is a great gift for
Many clients wonder if they should talk during their massage. The answer is it’s totally up to you. Here are some things to think about: At the beginning of a massage treatment, it is beneficial to close your eyes and
I have had a ton of unusual experiences in my career. I’ve had a lot of jobs. So answering the question, “Why did you become a massage therapist?” becomes a convoluted and lengthy story. I really wanted to go medical
Massage therapy can significantly improve hand grip strength and endurance according to a recent study. How often do you grip items doing your daily activities? How many doors have you opened today? Did you drive anywhere? How easy was it
Responsible for laterally rotating the femur, the Piriformis muscle lies deep on the posterior pelvis, under Gluteus Maximus. What Does Piriformis Do? In addition to lateral rotation of the leg (turning your foot to the outside), the Piriformis muscle also
While I can certainly understand the inclination to seek a massage to combat the body aches and general “icky” feeling that goes along with suffering from the flu, there are several reasons why it’s a bad idea. What is Influenza?
The Quadratus Lumborum (QL) muscle can be tricky for your massage therapist to reach. The QLs are located deep in the abdomen, but oddly enough, causes a majority of low back pain. Stretching from the posterior ilium (the large round
Most clients dealing with depression can reap several benefits from massage. Nurturing, non-sexual therapeutic touch is one of the most important ways we humans have of maintaining a healthy stress response. Feelings of despair and hopelessness or suicidal thoughts are
Infants with Spina Bifida should receive extensive physical therapy and massage to establish and maintain function, especially in the abdomen and legs. Adults with this birth defect can receive massage as long as their sensation is intact. What is Spina
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