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Welcome to episode 8 of the Massage Therapist Central Podcast. After an extended break, I am back in the studio and looking forward to the coming year. A little late I know, but I’d like to wish everyone a very happy and prosperous 2010. I hope everyone who had holiday’s over the Christmas / New Year period are fully refreshed. I hope you didn’t come back from holiday feeling like you needed one. I recently saw a quote on Twitter which I quite liked “Be a more effective therapist, don’t study more anatomy and more techniques! Study research and it’s results. Study anatomy to apply research” It’s here, the new Featured segment is underway. This week we discuss the Alexander Technique. Follow Massage Therapist Central on Twitter @massagecentral Become a fan on our Facebook Fan Page Email me @ podcast@massage.org.nz Covered in this weeks show Massage Therapist being sued for inappropriate touch New Research Shows Connective Tissue Massage Reduces a Common Diabetes-Related Disease Massage Can Help People with Eating Disorders Anatomy in Motion (iPhone/iPod Touch app) Alexander Technique Considered Beneficial by Those Practicing It Biologics for rheumatoid arthritis: an overview of Cochrane reviews 2009 Daily News Person of Distinction – Jeffery Myers Spinal Accessory Neuropathy Associated With Deep Tissue Massage Do you see what I see? Tips and strategies for acing home study exams Part 1 Full story

A week to go until Santa brings you all the lovely things you’ve been asking for. Ok well maybe not, but hey we can still pretend he’s going to can’t we. Short show and the last show for 2009. I have some back end production changes that will be introduced into the next show as well, which will take the show to a higher level or production value. I thank you for bearing with my while I work out the technicalities. Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances and some timing issues, we are unable to bring you the featured segment in this episode. However it will be in the next episode which will be released on 08 January 2010. Follow on twitter @massagecentral Join us on our Facebook Fan Page email me at podcast@massage.org.nz Covered in this weeks show Robots massage away pain Therapeutic Insight: The Myofascial Release Perspective—Inner Wisdom Becoming your own Massage Therapist Reflexology for eye strain NCCAM celebrates first decade Giving massage a new name and reputation More myths of Massage As medicine pushes toward evidence based efficacy Full story

Welcome to episode 6 of the Massage Therapist Central Podcast. I apologise, this episode feels rushed through. Got to get myself back on track with the recording for the next episode. With this weeks episode we introduce a new “Featured Segment” This is where we take a closer look at a certain aspect of complementary therapies. Covered in this weeks show What do spa goers look for? Describing muscles clinically – What terminology do we use? Massage therapy improves immune function and lessens stress in women with breast cancer 10 embarrassing Massage questions What are systematic reviews? How are they done? 5 reasons Massage Therapists Fail Is your Massage table eco-friendly Medsafe issues warning over internet herbal scam Kinesiology type taping: A psychological intervention in sport? Full story

Welcome to episode 5 of the Massage Therapist Central Podcast. This weeks show is done with a bit of a heavy heart. My grandmother passed away at 6:30pm on Tuesday 17th November 2009, 4 hours after I had been to see her. So this will be released on time but was recorded a day early as I will be in Wellington for her funeral when it is released. Covered in this weeks Episode: NZQA dropping massage and aromatherapy course credits Anatomy of a research article Massage oil stains Parkinson disease – The benefits of massage Path to alternative therapies littered with obstacles Researchers get $2.5M to study psoriasis relief New software for independent massage and spa professionals. Massage therapy benefits fallen arches. Full story

Welcome to episode 4 of the Massage Therapist Central Podcast. Been a busy few weeks. Covered in this weeks Episode: Aromatherapy, yoga, head massages for foreign criminals awaiting deportation in UK Metal: Panacea or Placebo? Denticulate Ligaments. Posture Affects Thoughts Healthy Muscles and White Blood Cells Can Dog Aromatherapy Products Change Your Pets Mood? Setting Massage Rates Components Of An Effective Website The Aroma Therapy Application For the iPhone Full story

Welcome to episode 3 of the Massage Therapist Central Podcast. Ok, We’re getting into the swing of what the show will be like from here on in. Covered in this weeks Episode: World of Massage Conference Self Care Tip Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Massage And Exercise Help Fight Breast Cancer In Surprising Ways What You Need to Know About Essential Oils and Cancer Treatment Calif. doc who hailed herbal cancer cure arrested Experts say alternative meds won’t cure swine flu Chinese embrace massage for weight loss Full story

Welcome to Episode 2 of the Massage Therapist Central Podcast. This is a short one, mainly due to the nature of it pretty much being common sense. I didn’t want to preach to you, just give you something to think about :) Covered in this weeks show. Take a look at ourselves Diet, Stress and General Lifestyle Friends and Family Body Mechanics and self care Full story

Welcome to Episode 1 of the Massage Therapist Central Podcast. Covered in this weeks show. Starting out as a self employed therapist Software to make your life easier Keeping relevant client records Do you need an accountant? Marketing your business or brand Full story