Massage Therapist Central Podcast Providing News and Information Relevant to Massage Therapists in New Zealand

Welcome to another episode of the Massage Therapist Central Podcast. I’ve decided to put in some new Album Artwork for the podcast to give it a fresh look.

I nearly ditched this episode to re-record it. It did turn out a little rough around the edges so to speak, but it is what it is and the show is still in re-development stages so I decided to run with it.

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.

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.

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

1. What do spa goers look for?
2. Describing muscles clinically – What terminology do we use?
3. Massage therapy improves immune function and lessens stress in women with breast cancer
4. 10 embarrassing Massage questions
5. What are systematic reviews? How are they done?
6. 5 reasons Massage Therapists Fail
7. Is your Massage table eco-friendly
8. Medsafe issues warning over internet herbal scam
9. Kinesiology type taping: A psychological intervention in sport?

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:

1. NZQA dropping massage and aromatherapy course credits
2. Anatomy of a research article
3. Massage oil stains
4. Parkinson disease – The benefits of massage
5. Path to alternative therapies littered with obstacles
6. Researchers get $2.5M to study psoriasis relief
7. New software for independent massage and spa professionals.
8. Massage therapy benefits fallen arches.

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

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:

1. World of Massage Conference
2. Self Care Tip
3. Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
4. Massage And Exercise Help Fight Breast Cancer In Surprising Ways
5. What You Need to Know About Essential Oils and Cancer Treatment
6. Calif. doc who hailed herbal cancer cure arrested
7. Experts say alternative meds won’t cure swine flu
8. Chinese embrace massage for weight loss

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.

1. Take a look at ourselves
2. Diet, Stress and General Lifestyle
3. Friends and Family
4. Body Mechanics and self care

Welcome to Episode 1 of the Massage Therapist Central Podcast.

Covered in this weeks show.

1. Starting out as a self employed therapist
2. Software to make your life easier
3. Keeping relevant client records
4. Do you need an accountant?
5. Marketing your business or brand

Godaddy are under fire from professional Massage Therapists for their recent Superbowl advert which does not depict a Professional service from a Massage Therapist.

The ad in which aired during the Superbowl, depicted a very unprofessional therapist.