Self-Care for Massage Therapists
The work of a massage therapist is demanding, so practicing good self-care is crucial for preventing injury.
Refreshed (with video!) Self-Care CE
AMTA is excited to share that, with the support of Massage Envy, we have revamped our Self-Care Continuing Education courses with videos and new images to make learning even more effective. We would like to thank Massage Envy for supporting our efforts to empower massage therapists!
Explore the free new and improved Self-Care CE courses designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally:
Why Self-Care Matters for Your Practice
There are countless reasons why your self-care should be important to you, but there are also many reasons why it is important to your practice:
- As a massage therapist in the field of integrated health and wellness, clients look to you to set a good wellness example.
- A healthy self-care routine allows you create career longevity while taking on the demanding yet satisfying work required of massage therapists.
- While on the job, using consistently good body mechanics when you practice can minimize risk of injury.
Why Self-Care Matters for Your Practice
There are countless reasons why your self-care should be important to you, but there are also many reasons why it is important to your practice:
- As a massage therapist in the field of integrated health and wellness, clients look to you to set a good wellness example.
- A healthy self-care routine allows you create career longevity while taking on the demanding yet satisfying work required of massage therapists.
- While on the job, using consistently good body mechanics when you practice can minimize risk of injury.
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Related Online Continuing Education Courses
Self-Care Strategies for Preventing Burnout
$37 members / $62 non-members 2.5 CE credits
Discover how burnout can affect massage therapists in the workplace. Understand the problems that can occur and the appropriate prevention and management strategies. Explore wellness models and self-care practices, including mindfulness techniques to protect against emotional exhaustion.
Self-Care Fitness Principles for Massage Therapists
$0 members / $0 non-members 2.5 CE credits
This session will cover key concepts in physical fitness including the functions, responses and adaptations of body systems to exercise. Topics such as body composition and weight management will also be included within the scope of massage therapy practice.
12 Self-Care Secrets—Twelve Steps to Integrate Body, Mind and Spirit
$60 members / $100 non-members 4 CE credits
Discover how to integrate mind, body and spirit into your daily life with this 12-step self-care program. Designed to make balance an essential part of your routine, this course will benefit massage therapists personally and professionally.
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Learn how massage therapy can be effective in the management of acute and chronic pain.
Massage Therapy for Headaches
Discover how massage can benefit your clients looking for headache relief and get resources to equip you in assisting your clients with that pain.