Massage Basics

These are a collection of articles about massage basics discussing topics such as terms/definitions, techniques (friction, percussion..), modalities (lymphatic drainage, craniosacral…), tools, and how the field is being shaped by news and current events.

Massage as Science

Here you’ll discover articles about the more complex aspects of massage. Why do therapists use the methods they employ, why a therapist might not work directly on a area (even if its the reason for the visit), or find out why your therapist is asking 20 questions about an injury. (Hint: It involves the anatomy, physiology and kinesiology of the body).

Massage as Therapy

The sprains, strains and automobiles of massage therapy. Find out how massage therapy can be a great tool for recovery for injury, management of chronic conditions or for relief of everyday stress.

By the
Numbers

These statistics are based on AMTA’s 2023 Massage Profession Research Report. These reveal some key market data and trends from the massage therapy profession today.

AMTA Fact Sheet 2023

48%

of consumers received
their last massage
for a health or
wellness reason.

30%

of consumers indicated they received massage to relieve Soreness/stiffness or spasm.

16%

of consumers used massage for chronic pain relief/ management

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