Massage Therapy Journal

AMTA's award-winning publication focuses on massage therapy techniques and research, practical self-care tips, and business practices.

Each issue of Massage Therapy Journal features research-based articles on the practice of massage to provide you the most up-to-date information to help serve your clients.

Summer 2021

A Conversation With Michael Phelps

On the Go: Is Mobile Massage Right for You?

Hit or Myth: 7 Fitness Myths Busted

Navigating Change

Do Not Disturb: Exchange Screentime for Self-Care

Research Literacy: Massage & Physically Active Clients

Client Outreach: Physical & Mental Fitness

Recent Issues

Spring 2021

Back to Basics: Self-Care Reminders

Wellness Through Structural Integration

Massage and Sports Injury Recovery

Research Literacy: Injury Prevention

Client Outreach: Enhancing Physical & Mental Well-Being

Winter 2020

Taking Care of the Caregivers: Massage for Hospital Workers

Are You In Too Deep?

Finish Strong: Sports Massage Post-Event

Research Literacy: A Non-Scientist's Guide to Research

One Minute With Sarah Thomas

Fall 2020

Communicating With Clients

Massage Therapy for Seniors

Game Plan: Sports Massage for Athletes on Event Day

Research: Massage and Menopause

Summer 2020

A Special Message from AMTA President, Angela Barker

Can Massage Therapy Enhance Mental Health?

Stretching Into Self-Care

Go for the Gold

Research: Post-Op Relief

Client Outreach: Improving Sleep and Managing Stress

Progressive Muscle Relaxation

Massage Therapy Journal Spring 2020 cover

Spring 2020

A Conversation with Michael Phelps

Post-Surgury Relief for Pain

Is Massage Nature's Sleep Aid?

Research Literacy: Massage and Sleep

Massage Therapy for Workplace Injuries

Client Outreach: Massage Before Cataract Surgery

Read more: Massage Therapy Journal Archive