Massage Therapy Journal Summer 2026

Massage Therapy Journal Vol 65. No 2 Contents

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18 MASSAGE THERAPY PROVIDES REAL RELIEF TO GRIEVING CLIENTS Explore how massage therapy can help people experiencing grief, as well as some of the things you need to know to ensure you’re giving them

24 GOING DANCING: HOW SOME ELITE MASSAGE THERAPY The benefits of massage therapy for elite student athletes are getting more attention as some of the biggest programs integrate the practice with intention and enthusiasm. By David Malone COLLEGE BASKETBALL PROGRAMS ARE USING

30 RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS: TECHNIQUES FOR MASSAGE THERAPISTS CE Learn more about the benefits massage therapy offers clients managing rheumatoid arthritis, and what you need to know to effectively work with these clients. By Julie Goodwin, LMT

60 IN PRAISE OF LISTENING Explore how broadening our understanding of listening allows us to better help our clients and ourselves. By Jennifer Leogier AMTA 2026 National Convention Speaker

the best care possible. By Jennica Klemann

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