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.
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Summer 2025
The Mental Health Benefits of Massage Therapy for People Affected by Illness
Stay Sun-Smart: Your Guide to Healthy Summer Skin
The Future of Massage Is All About Personalization
Beyond the Physical: Massage Therapy for Emotional Health
Advocacy: Why Fair Licensing Is Essential
AMTA 2025 Convention Keynote Speaker Talks "The Fire Within"
In Conversation with Teri Mayo of the Massage Therapy Foundation
Recent Issues
Winter 2024
The Current State of Hybrid Education in Massage Therapy
Is Specialization Right for You?
Updates in Research: Massage Therapy for Dementia
How Mentoring Can Support Personal and Professional Growth
AMTA Advocates to Expand Access to Massage
Fall 2023
At Both Ends: Recognizing and Preventing Burnout
Make Friends With Your Forearms
The Benefits of Shorter Massage Sessions
Leading With Self-Care: Interviews with AMTA 2023 Convention Keynote Speakers
Shareable Content: Depression, Burnout and Massage Therapy
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