College Students are Super Stressed, Massage Can Help

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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8707 Skokie Blvd. Suite 106
Skokie IL, 60077

Putting Your Best Foot Forward

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

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. 

Hands On Therapy of Evanston
1909 Central Street
Evanston, Illinois 60201
(312) 286-4432
ATPRoseann@yahoo.com

Chicago Acupuncture Clinic
3723 N. Southport Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60613
(312) 286-4432
ATPRoseann@yahoo.com

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.

Massage Therapy Dilemma

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

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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Four Essential Steps to a Client-Rich Prosperous Practice

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

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.

European Massage Therapy School
8707 Skokie Blvd. Suite 106
Skokie IL, 60077

Employee Wellness Program

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.

European Massage Therapy School
8707 Skokie Blvd. Suite 106
Skokie IL, 60077

Massage to support our troops

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.

European Massage Therapy School
8707 Skokie Blvd. Suite 106
Skokie IL, 60077