When You’re the One in Pain: Self-Care for Massage Therapists
September 14, 2026
As massage therapists, you are attuned to the pain of others, but it is also important to recognize when you're in pain. Let's dive into self-care resources to help you alleviate your own pain and prioritize your health and well-being. Because in order to care for others, we must take care of ourselves.
Massage Therapy Journal® Article: “When It’s You Who Is in Pain”
94% of consumers believe massage therapy can help with pain relief, but what happens when you are the one in pain? Explore this article to find strategies that can help you work smarter, prioritize self-care, and enhance career longevity.
Takeaway: Listen to your body, then adjust your techniques.
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Free Self-Care Continuing Education Courses
Taking care of yourself is as important as taking care of your clients. Explore AMTA’s extensive online CE courses focused on self-care, earn CE credit, and invest in your well-being and professional success.
Takeaway: AMTA offers free self-care CE courses.
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AMTA's Self-Care Resource Hub
The massage profession can be physically and emotionally demanding so practicing self-care is vital to preventing injury, enhancing success, and improving well-being. That's why AMTA has a dedicated resource hub for all-things self-care. Find actionable tips, free CE, and advice for incorporating self-care into your life.
Takeaway: Make self-care part of your daily routine.
Massage Therapy Journal® Article: “Self-Care for Sustaining a Career”
Your well-being is important, so nurture yourself for a more balanced work life. Focus on taking care of yourself so that you can create a more sustainable practice, allowing you to help more people. This article offers insights and strategies to help you understand the importance of self-care and how you can individualize it to your needs.
Takeaway: Slowing down is self-care.
AMTA Is Here to Help
Self-care is vital for your personal and professional well-being. AMTA is here to support the massage therapy community and provide resources to help you advocate for yourself and prioritize your own health.
Stay tuned for more insights into National #PainAwarenessMonth and how the massage therapy profession is an effective, nonpharmaceutical option for pain relief.
Related Resources
When It's You Who Is in Pain
People look to massage therapy for help with pain relief, but what happens when you're the one in pain? Explore strategies to prevent injury and enhance career longevity.
Self-Care CE
Your work as a massage therapist is demanding so having a good self-care regimen in place is a necessity. Earn credit while adding self-care strategies to your daily routine.