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Debt Ceiling Negotiations Could Impact Student Aid Funding

2011-07-13T09:42:00.001-07:00

If you or anyone you know are considering starting school soon, you may want to act FAST! Serious cuts are coming to Federal Student Aid programs in the near future. Our classes start in late July, so take advantage of Federal Financial Aid before its too late (if you qualify).

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Debt Ceiling Negotiations Could Impact Student Aid Funding

Negotiations between the White House and congressional leaders on a package that would raise the debt ceiling and lower the national deficit could directly impact student aid funding for fiscal year (FY) 2012.

This week, President Obama will continue to meet with congressional leadership to negotiate a deficit reduction package that would include enough spending cuts to convince Republicans to raise the debt ceiling before the Aug. 2 deadline when the U.S. could begin defaulting on its debt. The group’s discussions are primarily at the macro level and have remained highly confidential. However, it has been reported that student aid funding, particularly the Pell Grant program, has been discussed. Obama and Congressional leaders are looking to cut the deficit by as much as $4 trillion, so it is possible that FY 2012 student aid funding could be impacted by the deal.

Negotiations are reportedly at an impasse. Democrats want a plan that spares entitlement programs like social security and increases revenue through taxes. Meanwhile, Republicans have vowed to turn down any deal that contains tax increases. The group must come to agreement before July 22 to give them enough time to pass the package through the legislative process before Aug. 2.

The Pell Grant program faces an $11 billion shortfall for award year 2012-13, making it a key budget target during deficit reduction talks. In his FY 2012 budget request, President Obama proposed plugging part of that shortfall through the Pell Protection Act (PPA). The plan would lower the cost of the Pell program and other student aid programs to maintain the maximum Pell award and pay down the program deficit. The elimination of Year-Round Pell, a component of the PPA, was included in the final FY 2011 budget and reduces the cost of the Pell program, but an $11 billion shortfall remains.

If a deal is struck on a bill to raise the debt-ceiling and reduce the deficit, the traditional budget process -- used to set student aid spending levels -- could be circumvented. In a traditional appropriations process, House and Senate Labor, Health, Human Services and Education (Labor-HHS) appropriations subcommittees draft and vote on a bill to determine funding levels for student aid programs. If Obama administration and Congressional leaders agree to reduce student aid funding as part of a larger deficit reduction package it could override the traditional process.

The U.S. House of Representatives is proceeding with the traditional appropriations process. The House Labor-HHS Subcommittee plans to debate legislation on July 26 that would include spending levels for 2012-13 student aid programs. House appropriators have not released any details or legislative language, but they working within the constraints of the House Budget Resolution that passed in April. This resolution called for dramatic cuts to student aid and would reduce Pell spending to pre-stimulus levels and repealing entitlement Pell funding provided by the Healthcare & Education Reconciliation Act (HCERA).

The Senate is behind in the appropriations process and has not passed a budget resolution. However, Chairman of the Senate Budget Committee Kent Conrad (D-ND) recently released a draft budget resolution that highlighted the importance of education and called for the protection of its funding.

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2011-05-04T13:56:00.000-07:00

The impact of federal budget cuts on your future education.

By Arkady Khazin

Director

European Massage Therapy School

If you have been thinking about attending college or a career school, such as the European Massage Therapy School, and considered applying for Federal Financial Aid, you may want to move fast. The main reason for this is that Student Financial Aid as we know it may become a thing of the past. Funds that were previously available to all prospective college students are now becoming scarce and there is a chance that some financial aid programs will disappear entirely.

I am sure you’ve been paying attention to the recent budget battles on Capitol Hill, and you probably realized that the country is not in such great financial shape. Our government needs to start spending less and start saving more. Both major political parties agree that spendings must be cut, and it’s just a matter of how much cutting should take place and what budgetary items should get an axe.

One area that I personally believe should be preserved is education. Education must be our country’s first priority if America is to remain competitive with the rest of the industrialized world. Education in general especially with college and career education should be affordable and available to those in search of careers to better their lives. I don’t think there is a single politician in Washington that would publicly disagree with this statement. And yet, both political parties agreed to make some cuts to Federal Student Aid programs and even eliminate some programs altogether.

President Obama and some Democratic and Republican lawmakers have proposed a major change to the Pell grant program that could prove devastating both in the short and long-term. The current proposal would mean a decrease of more than $20 billion in Pell grant money for the academic year 2011 to 2012. However, the proposal also consists of another reduction of Pell grant money in the tune of $100 billion over the next 10 years. In a press conference, Arne Duncan, the United States Secretary of Education confirmed the facts of President Obama’s budget reduction.

These changes will affect every single student in America, regardless of whether they choose to get their education from a public university, a private career school or a community college. Millions of students in the United States depend on money from the government Pell grant program to earn a college education. For students who want to complete a degree or those interested in starting school, Pell grant money is designed to offer financial assistance when income levels are not sufficient enough for these individuals to achieve their goal. Although specific criteria must be met for qualification, this money has paved way for many people to not just earn a college degree but be able to go out into the real world to secure gainful employment.

Over the past year, the amount of money available for the Pell grant program has decreased. Among those who lost their jobs during the most recent recession, more and more people turned to career schools and colleges to upgrade their skills or re-train for new careers. The increase in demand for Pell Grants put additional burden on the Federal Student Aid programs. The proposed cut in Financial Aid will force educational institutions to make dramatic changes. For many colleges and universities, this reduction will mean denying some people from being accepted as students. The cost of tuition and other fees may go up to help absorb the additional cost.

While most Americans would agree the recent financial crisis created a dark cloud looming over the country from an economic standpoint, if the proposed Pell grant reduction were to be enacted, the number of low income students wanting a college education would be massive. Unfortunately, because people with the greatest needs are the ones who depend on financial aid of this type most, the loss of funding would mean the loss of an opportunity to earn a degree or start a new career, and hence secure a stable and good paying job.

Experts estimate that more than 9 million students throughout the United States currently receive a Pell grant reward of some level. Because of the way this program was developed, students of greatest need receive the highest rewards whereas those with the least need receive a lower amount of financial aid. Obviously, the number of returning students and those trying to get into college with the greatest financial need would decrease if the proposal by President Obama were to be approved.

So what does this all mean? Starting next Financial Aid Award Year, less and less federal money will be available for education and students like YOU will need to find new ways to raise significant amounts of money for their tuition. The cuts could reduce Pell Grants by more than $1,000 per semester for some.

I am not trying to be political here or blame any political party nor any particular politician. I am just trying to apply some common sense. I am sure there are plenty of wasteful and unnecessary government programs that can be trimmed without any serious consequences. Consider the following facts:

· In the opening days of the assault on Libya, the United States launched a barrage of at least 150 Tomahawk cruise missiles to flatten Moammar Gadhafi’s air defenses and pave the way for coalition aircraft. In fiscal terms, at a time when Congress is fighting over every dollar, the cruise missile show of military might was an expenditure of nearly a quarter of a billion dollars. Each missile costs $1.41 million.

· Certain government programs, such as high-speed rail was to receive $53 billion in funding. I don’t know about you, but I don’t imagine too many people hopping on those high speed trains to travel to other cities. Rail systems seem to have an especially dismal record when it comes to usage when measured against original projected use and cost estimates. Japan’s system needed financial rescuing in 1987, and Taiwan’s line needed help in 2009.But perhaps the biggest mega-mess is China’s $300-billion high-speed rail project. It’s $271 billion in debt, and it’s been fraught with corruption and graft from the get-go. I would rather invest this money in educating American students.

The U.S. House of Representatives voted 235 to 193 to approve a Republican fiscal year (FY) 2012 budget resolution that would roll back the 2012-13 maximum Pell Grant to FY2008 levels. The budget resolution would reduce the maximum Pell Grant award to pre-stimulus levels. While the resolution lacks details, this could mean returning Pell to FY2008 levels, resulting in a maximum Pell Grant of $2,090 for the 2012-13 academic year. Additionally, the Republican budget resolution calls for the repealing and defunding of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act (HCERA), which includes mandatory funding for the Pell Grant program. This could further lower the maximum grant by $690. Additional options outlined for review by the resolution include:

changes to limit the lifetime limits of the Pell Grant program
repealing the expansion of income-based repayment provisions in the Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act (SAFRA), and eliminating interest subsidies on all Stafford Loans.

Keep in mind that most of these cuts to Pell Grants and other programs will start materializing next year, so if you were to enroll in EMTS now, you could avoid these cuts and still receive your Pell Grants. But don’t wait, because it doesn’t seem like things won’t be getting any better any time soon.

Don’t wait and take advantage of Federal Financial Aid programs! Call the European Massage Therapy School now and see how we can help you start a rewarding career in the field of Massage Therapy. New classes are starting in July, so act now!

College Students are Super Stressed, Massage Can Help

2011-02-10T12:02:00.000-08:00

Any one who has gone through the rigors of college knows how stressful it can get. While exciting, the college experience can be a taxing experience to many individuals. Stress is a major concern when dealing with college students, and we need to be more aware of its effects. Students who encounter large amounts of stress can be susceptible to many harmful situations.

"If students are arriving in college already overwhelmed and with lower reserves of emotional health, faculty, deans and administrators should expect to see more consequences of stress, such as higher levels of poor judgment around time management, alcohol consumption and academic motivation." -Massagemag.com

At the European Massage Therapy School we teach our students the proper techniques to perform a relaxing yet therapeutic massage. We understand how stress can be detrimental to your health physically and mentally, so we take great pride in being the source of relief. Our student clinic provides our clients with quality massages for affordable prices, great for any college student on a budget. Stress can hinder your thought process and focus, two things a college student needs to excel in their field. And receiving a massage from the European Massage Therapy School can help you prepare for your next exam or give you that uplifting boost you’ve been looking for.

EMTS provides a comprehensive variety of courses that range from anatomy, massage techniques, and physiology to name a few. Not only will you be well prepared and trained in massage therapy, but you will be gain valuable experience from our instructors who have been in the MT field for over 15 years. At EMTS we provide small class sizes for more student/teacher interaction, a healthy family like environment, and a staff that really cares about your progression as a massage therapist. The European Massage Therapy School has been training highly skilled massage therapists for over 14 years, and continues to positively contribute to the massage therapy community.

For more information on the European Massage Therapy School and the practice of massage therapy please check us out at European Massage Therapy School or give us a call at 847-673-7595.

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Putting Your Best Foot Forward

2011-02-03T11:10:00.000-08:00

Who doesn’t like receiving a foot massage? Very few people of my acquaintance, that’s for sure. Our feet take a tremendous amount of abuse and stress every day, all day.

Just putting our feet on the ground, even while wearing comfortable, well-fitting footwear, exerts a mighty impact on the feet. The person (usually a woman, but hey) who wears high heels is said to exert more pressure on her feet than an elephant does on his. And he’s barefoot!

If you’re a runner, or do any kind of physical activity that adds the extra stress of sudden impact – well, your feet will welcome some serious massage therapy.

All three leg sequences European Massage Therapy Students learn in Massage 102 include thorough foot massage. The back/neck/shoulder sequence is very popular, too, but an informal survey of my current class reveals that they love, love, LOVE receiving foot massage.

The feet contain 26 bones and I don’t know how many muscles and nerve endings. There are plenty of anatomical reasons why foot massage is beneficial.

But there’s an energetic component, too. Our feet are our connection to the Earth. We draw strength and sustenance from the Earth through our feet.

Reflexologists tell us that the entire body is represented on the feet. By massaging the colon area of the sole of the foot, for example, you can treat constipation. Yes, really.

It may seem a little woo-woo to the uninitiated, but I can tell you – the feet are powerful. Massage therapy students enjoy foot massage when they begin their education with us, but by the time they complete their education, they understand and appreciate all that the foot represents

Roseann Magda

Roseann is a staple here at EMTS for years and her contribution and dedication to massage therapy is unheralded. To learn more about Roseann's experience and courses at EMTS please give us a call or check us out online http://www.school-for-massage.com/ .

For more information on the European Massage Therapy School and the practice of massage therapy please check us out at European Massage Therapy School or give us a call at 847-673-7595.

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The European Massage Therapy School (EMTS) is a therapeutic massage school with campuses in Chicago (Skokie), Illinois and Vegas, Nevada. EMTS has been helping people start new and rewarding careers for over 14 years. Our school is nationally accredited by Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) and is approved by the State Of Illinois Board of Education and Nevada Commission on Postsecondary Education.

The Incredible Shrinking Hours

2011-01-20T14:23:00.000-08:00

When students at the European Massage Therapy School complete the Massage 102 class, they are ready to give an hour-long full-body massage. In my class, that means 60 minutes. In the real world, 60 minutes doesn’t necessarily mean an hour.

This doesn’t mean that entering a massage clinic means you are entering some kind of strange time warp. It means that, in many spas and massage therapy practices, a full-body massage may mean the client is on the table for 60 minutes. But it could also mean 55 minutes, 50 minutes, or even less. I recently saw a website that offered a coupon for a full-body massage in 40 minutes!

I compare this to the incredible shrinking bag of potato chips in the grocery store. Once upon a time, a big bag of chips was 16 ounces. Over the years, though, that bag has gotten smaller, but the price hasn’t. The cost has actually increased. You’re paying more money for fewer chips.

The same thing is happening in many spas and national chains. Clients still think that a full-body treatment is an hour-long massage. The truth is, the amount of time the client is actually receiving bodywork is getting shorter and shorter. You’re getting fewer chips, and you’re paying more.

What can you do? Before you book, ask – how long is the massage going to be, for real? And decide if you’re getting all the chips you want.

Roseann Magda

Roseann is a staple here at EMTS for years and her contribution and dedication to massage therapy is unheralded. To learn more about Roseann's experience and courses at EMTS please give us a call or check us out online.

For more information on the European Massage Therapy School and the practice of massage therapy please check us out at European Massage Therapy School or give us a call at 847-673-7595.

Massage Therapy Dilemma

2011-01-06T15:44:00.000-08:00

So unless you have been living under a rock over the past few months, there was a situation a few years back with Brett Farve and a couple of the NY Jets massage therapists. Two massage therapists have come forth to tell the world about Brett's sexual escapades during his time with the Jets and how they lost clients due to this degrading situation. This is just a reminder to every massage therapist new or experienced to be wary of these difficult circumstances. But at EMTS we pride ourselves in taking measures by instructing our students to behave and perform in a proper manner to avoid these conflicts.

Here at the European Massage Therapy School we instruct and instill the proper edict to handle these types of problem. EMTS provides a comprehensive variety of courses that range from anatomy, massage techniques, and physiology to name a few. But we also pay special attention to subjects such as ethics, where we instruct our students how to behave properly in difficult situations. Not only will you be well prepared and trained in massage therapy, but you will be gain valuable experience from our instructors who have been in the MT field for over 15 years. At EMTS we provide small class sizes for more student/teacher interaction, a healthy family like environment, and a staff that really cares about your progression as a massage therapist. The European Massage Therapy School has been training highly skilled massage therapists for over 14 years, and continue to positively contribute to the massage therapy community.

To read more about this article please click on the link below, and to learn more about the European Massage Therapy School please check out our website or give us a call.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/sns-ap-fbn-favre-lawsuit,0,1761915.story

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Four Essential Steps to a Client-Rich Prosperous Practice

2010-12-27T13:15:00.000-08:00

A good article for any of you wanting to start up a massage therapy practice. Sharon gives you a 4 step process for you to grow your massage therapy practice and they are very helpful. The advice she gives you range from spiritual to marketing so make sure you take careful mental notes. Check out this article because not all massage therapists are business savvy and it never hurts to gets some ideas.

http://www.massagetoday.com/mpacms/mt/article.php?id=14299

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Skokie IL, 60077

Employee Wellness Program

2010-12-15T09:38:00.000-08:00

Every successful business or corporation have one thing in common, happy employees. Happy employees leads to greater productivity, higher morale, and lower business cost. Massagemag.com has a good article on the "essential six pillars" for overall employee satisfaction. These "six pillars" are essential to a businesses overall performance and cohesion. Please check out the article from MassageMag to learn more about the "six pillars" and how you can incorporate them to your own business or your place of employment.

http://www.massagemag.com/News/massage-news.php?id=10059&catid=1&title=employee-wellness-programs-lower-costs-greater-productivity-and-higher-morale

For more information on massage and massage therapy please check us out at http://www.school-for-massage.com/ or give us a call at 847-673-7595.

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Skokie IL, 60077

Massage to support our troops

2010-12-14T10:33:00.000-08:00

As we all know the people who are in most need are our brave men and women serving over seas. A lot of our soldiers come back home with PTSD and other psychological disorders from their traumatic experiences. But one way we can aid their needs is through massage therapy. Massage Today has an interesting article on how massage therapy and other holistic treatments can help with the various types of trauma. So please take a look at this article and if you know a veteran or a service man/woman near and dear to your heart, help them out with a massage.

http://www.massagetoday.com/mpacms/mt/article.php?id=14328

For more information on massage and massage therapy please check us out at http://www.school-for-massage.com/ or give us a call at 847-673-7595.

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8707 Skokie Blvd. Suite 106
Skokie IL, 60077

A challenging client

2010-12-13T09:18:00.000-08:00

Jane was a long-time client with a reputation. She was known to book a same-day appointment, asking for the last appointment of the day, and then no-show. I was told, she’s really tight. I’d say, if people weren’t tight, they wouldn’t need massage. No, she’s really tight. And she says odd things. Creepy things, I asked? Inappropriate things? No . . .well, yeah. Well, just unusual. She’s challenging. She’s nice, though. But when Jane finally appeared on my schedule, I understood.

She clenched her fists throughout the whole treatment – tight. Her arms were as straight and stiff as a 2’ x 4’. She never closed her eyes, as clients generally do. I work half the time with my eyes closed, to literally “feel” my way, and when I opened my eyes, she was staring at me. It was unnerving. She talked a lot – also unusual during a massage – and asked odd questions. Why does someone get zits on the back? What do you mean, inner and outer thigh? Do you go to movies? I’d say, I’m trying to loosen this muscle, and she’d laugh and say, “good luck!” Huh??

Typically after a session, the therapist notices physical changes have been made. I saw absolutely no change in Jane after a 60-minute massage. Later, I compared notes with my colleagues. We think she’s getting some benefit from massage, because she keeps coming back. We strongly suspect that Jane is dealing with other issues, but we don’t know what they are; Jane doesn’t mention any; and it is outside our scope of practice to diagnose.

So, as long as she wants massage, we will be happy to accommodate her. But, given her “no-show” history, we will start requiring a credit card deposit to hold the appointment.
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Being Mindful

2010-12-07T09:40:00.000-08:00

A very in depth article from the AMTA to mentally and physically prepare new massage therapists. Mary Braun writes how to keep sane during busy hours, before and after massage prep work, formulating a plan that looks out for your well being as a massage therapist, and many more. I would recommend this article to new massage therapist who are currently lost in the massage abyss or any MT's that want a great read.

http://www.amtamassage.org/articles/3/MTJ/detail/2261

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Deep thoughts – Part 1

2010-12-07T08:26:00.000-08:00

My friend and fellow licensed massage therapist., Jen, and I were talking today about how we aren’t right for every client. No therapist is. No matter how good you are, how advanced your technique, how intuitive your work, you are not right for every client.

I told Jen, I worked on a client who had seen our former colleague, Lisa, every other week for two years. When I met the client, she said, “If you’re as good as Lisa, then you’ll be fine.” I thought to myself, oh boy . . . , but said, instead, “How about I be the best Roseann I can be?”

The client wanted deep work. OK, fine. I am the Queen of Deep. But once I started, four or five times she said my pressure was painful. I pulled back more and more each time, but it never seemed to be enough. And when I shook her hand afterwards, she said my handshake pressure hurt her!

Jen was almost as surprised as me. “Lisa was a bulldozer,” Jen said. “She couldn’t, or wouldn’t, go lighter.” So how come my pressure was too deep?

The client was an insulin-dependent diabetic, but that information was on the original health form. Was it fibromyalgia? When I asked her if there were any health changes, she said her diabetes was under control, and otherwise, she was healthy.

I wish I could tell you how I solved this riddle, but I didn’t. I have no idea what the problem was. By the end of the massage, I felt like I was hardly engaging her tissue, and she still said I was hurting her.

I hope she came back and tried working with another therapist. I can guarantee you; I’ll never see her again in my practice. No matter how hard I try, I will definitely never be the right therapist for her. That’s the way it goes sometimes.

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Massage Goes Mainstream

2010-12-01T12:47:00.000-08:00

Another good read on how massage is becoming popular by the minute. Time Magazine has great articles on the progression of massage therapy throughout the years. Massage has been helping people reduce stress and is recognized for its therapeutic benefits. This article talks about the resurgence of massage from its x-rated past to its beneficial present and future. Check out the article and tell me what you guys think of it.

http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,1002938-3,00.html

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Snoring

2010-11-30T09:43:00.000-08:00

Probably 75% of all my massage clients say they come to me for stress relief. Their lives are too rushed, too demanding, too crazy. They want some quiet time.

Swedish massage techniques are excellent for relaxing a client. Massage therapists look for signs that they are reaching the client’s parasympathetic nervous system. This branch of the autonomic nervous system is the part that is restful, relaxing, restorative. The therapist uses technique, consistent pace, and appropriate pressure to relax the client. Sometimes the client falls asleep during the treatment.

In my experience, men are more likely to fall asleep during a massage than women. But women do, too.

The first time I had a client fall asleep during a session, I thought to myself, gee, you know, I wonder if I could just sit and read a book for the rest of the time? Would he even notice? Of course, I didn’t do that – I kept working. When he started snoring, though, he snored so loud he woke himself up. That was the end of naptime.

Other clients don’t wake up, even once they start snoring. It’s amazing. Some of them are really loud, to the point therapists working in the next room can hear them. I know this for sure, because once my client is sawing logs, I can hear people in the next room laughing.

It’s not just men who snore, either. And some of the ladies can be heard in the next room, too!

When they wake up, I never say anything like “boy, you really snore light a freight train!” or, “I bet you’re single, nobody could put up with that racket!” It’s a hard-and-fast rule, never comment. I say, instead, “did you fall asleep for a while?”

Women don’t mind falling asleep. They don’t like to be heard snoring. When a female client realizes she’s been snoring, she is usually embarrassed and apologetic. “Hey,” I tell her, “it just shows that massage works!” or “It’s a big complement on my technique.”

The men never apologize for snoring. I guess snoring is a manly thing. It’s kind of expected.

I only feel bad, sometimes, that I have to wake them up. If someone falls asleep that deeply during a massage, I figure they really need rest. Sleep is a sign that I’m doing my job correctly.

Roseann Magda

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Evanston, Illinois 60201
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Chicago, Illinois 60613
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Massage Comes Out of the Parlor

2010-11-30T09:38:00.000-08:00

Good article from Time Magazine about the progression of massage therapy, from it's offensive parlor roots to todays medical revelation. Anastasia Toufexis shines a positive light on massage therapy and this will make anyone feel good about getting into the profession. Please take a look at this article because it will show you the evolution of massage therapy.

http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,963729-2,00.html

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Essential Oil Quality and Education

2010-11-29T10:13:00.000-08:00

Shellie Enteen from Massage Today writes a very interesting article on how to notice the quality and grade of essential oils. Shellie takes an indepth approach on determining the quality of essential oils by taking you on a step by step tutorial. This article will shine a new light on your approach and knowledge on essential oils.

http://www.massagetoday.com/mpacms/mt/article.php?id=14316

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Nails, and the Lack Thereof

2010-11-23T12:42:00.000-08:00

People and cats are both born with nails. My cat’s claws get clipped so she can’t scratch me. Mine get clipped so I can’t scratch you.

It wasn’t always this way. Back in my corporate life, I had manicures. I painted my nails bright red or pale blue or even seafoam green. I was girly. Then I went to massage school and found out that, to gain a new career, I would have to give up my nails.

It’s an unexpected downside to doing massage. For many women, beautiful fingernails are essential. Nails can be painted a variety of colors, be adorned with jewels, even have little pictures painted on them! Nice nails matter.

As massage therapists, we give all that up. Part of my essential work equipment is an emery board. Before doing massage, I pull out my trusty emery board and file down my nails until I can run the nails of one hand against the opposite palm and feel only the padded tips of my fingers.

Think about it. A massage therapist uses her hands for long effleurage strokes, for the lifting/twisting/ rolling maneuvers of petrissage, and for deep friction. For a client with a mobile scapula, I might reach under the vertebral border with my fingertips to work the rhomboid attachments, or even go deep enough for subscapularis. I can’t take a chance of scratching the client. Bye-bye, manicures.

But there are some things you just can’t do when you don’t have nails. There are a couple pieces of scotch tape on my dining room wall that are going to be there until either I change careers, or the drywall is replaced. You need nails to scratch them off.

And don’t ever drop coins on the floor. Trust me, if I drop a dime, it’s gone. It’s impossible to pick it up without nails.

At least when I take the cat in for a claw-clipping, I can look her in the furry face and say, sweetie, I feel your pain. Just remember my small sacrifice if you see me drop some coins. Help me pick them up, won’t you?

Roseann Magda

Planning for Seasonal Success All Year Long

2010-11-18T11:21:00.000-08:00

Every business has their slow periods every year but I came across this article on massage today that helps you prevent that dreaded seasonal down time. Angie Patrick writes about everything from strategic seasonal planning to creating gift baskets for loyal clients. Take a look at this article and maybe it will help you plan and prevent that dreaded slow period.

http://www.massagetoday.com/mpacms/mt/article.php?id=14321

The European Massage Therapy School has been a cornerstone of Skokie, IL for over fourteen years. EMTS has been helping our students change their career, life style, and future with a profession in massage therapy. We offer flexible day, evening, and weekend scheduling, federal financial aid for qualified students, and an intense but exciting compilation of courses to prepare you for an exciting career in massage therapy. We are conveniently located a few blocks east of the Skokie Swift (Yellow Line CTA), and five minutes away from I-94.

http://www.school-for-massage.com/

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Just What the Doctor Ordered

2010-11-17T09:27:00.000-08:00

I came across this article on Time the other day and I thought it was very interesting. Written by world renowned Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks about the theraputic effects of massage. In this article Dr. Gupta interviews David Mejia a patient diagnosed with myeloma talks about his experience with massage therapy. Not only did massage make David feel physically good, but it also helped him spiritually. Please check out this article because it will shine a new light upon your opinion on massage therapy.

http://www.time.com/time/health/article/0,8599,1852306,00.html

And for more information on how to enter the field of massage therapist or if you want to feel the theraputic and relaxing effects of massage first hand, please check us out at:

http://www.school-for-massage.com/ or give us a call at 888-230-3897.