by Bethany | Mar 14, 2012 | David Lauterstein, Deep Massage, Types of Massage
Forward flexion of the torso – sitting or moving in hunched over position – is the most common postural distortion. Forward flexion may give rise to serious structural and energetic problems Leaning forward makes our back and neck work harder to keep us upright. It...
by Bethany | Mar 14, 2012 | David Lauterstein
By David Lauterstein We hear the terms “medical massage,” “clinical massage” and “orthopedic massage therapy” used in our field these days. But what is Clinical Massage really? Clinical massage therapy uniquely focuses on the treatment of soft tissue to maintain,...
by Bethany | Mar 14, 2012 | David Lauterstein
These words are excerpted from the essay “The Wisdom of the Body” from Stanley Kunitz’ book Next-to-Last Things. I’ve found them inspiring my massage therapy again and again over the years. For ages before (human writing), “immense...
by Bethany | Mar 14, 2012 | David Lauterstein
Today I’m being inducted into the Massage Therapy Hall of Fame. Thank you to Mike Hinkle, the World Massage Festival, and the world of massage therapy and bodywork for this recognition. So many people spend their whole lives teaching and/or working with...
by Bethany | Mar 14, 2012 | David Lauterstein
Seth Godin writes a fantastic blog. Every day he comes up with brilliant tips on life and work. Here’s his from today – “When is it due? Here’s the schedule. Follow it. There’s your in box. Empty it. When something is imminent, speed...