# massage therapy (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover massage therapy. Page: Feed: --- ## [Generative AI is a Tool](https://healwellorg.substack.com/p/generative-ai-is-a-tool) _2026-08-13 · Corey Rivera · More Than Hands_ So you don't have to be ## [Parallel Play Is Not Interprofessional Education](https://healwellorg.substack.com/p/parallel-play-is-not-interprofessional) _2026-07-23 · Healwell · More Than Hands_ Collaboration is a curriculum, not a coincidence ## [Down the Rabbit Hole: Culture](https://healwellorg.substack.com/p/down-the-rabbit-hole-culture) _2026-06-18 · Healwell · More Than Hands_ Organizational Culture, Gender Inequality, Identity, Isolation, Hodgepodge ## [Down the Rabbit Hole: Structure](https://healwellorg.substack.com/p/down-the-rabbit-hole-structure) _2026-06-11 · Healwell · More Than Hands_ This article will provide you with brief introductions to Corey's areas of interest and the questions that plague them (and maybe you, too). ## [Massage Therapy Needs Pigs with Wings](https://healwellorg.substack.com/p/massage-therapy-needs-pigs-with-wings) _2026-06-04 · Healwell · More Than Hands_ Answers to our big problems won’t be found in technique classes ## [Are We at the Table, or On the Menu?](https://healwellorg.substack.com/p/are-we-at-the-table-or-on-the-menu) _2026-05-14 · Healwell · More Than Hands_ Who is shaping the future of our field? ## [Wishes, Surveys, and Ken Burns](https://healwellorg.substack.com/p/wishes-surveys-and-ken-burns) _2026-04-09 · Healwell · More Than Hands_ Moving from venting to visioning ## [The Designation Is Not the Destination](https://healwellorg.substack.com/p/the-designation-is-not-the-destination) _2026-03-12 · Healwell · More Than Hands_ What being a “Healthcare Provider” actually requires ## [Massage Isn’t Complicated, It's Complex](https://healwellorg.substack.com/p/massage-isnt-complicated-its-complex) _2026-02-05 · Healwell · More Than Hands_ Why we don’t need to get along to get along ## [Why Massage Therapy Needs a Divorce, Not Another Debate](https://healwellorg.substack.com/p/why-massage-therapy-needs-a-divorce) _2026-02-05 · Healwell · More Than Hands_ It’s Time to Stop Going to Aunt Tricia’s ## [Trade Smarter With IBKR (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/zQkxoAd2VsBd) _2026-02-05 · **Sponsored**_ Join Interactive Brokers through a referral and access low-cost global trading. ## [What Stays With Us?](https://knotsology.substack.com/p/what-stays-with-us) _2025-07-09 · Knotsology · Knotsology_ Keeping Momentum Without the Hype ## [April Challenge: Final Day](https://knotsology.substack.com/p/april-challenge-final-day) _2025-04-30 · Knotsology · Knotsology_ The final day in the Full Body Reset: Stretch and Mobility Challenge ## [What is the Jing Method™?](https://knotsology.substack.com/p/what-is-the-jing-method) _2025-04-29 · Knotsology · Knotsology_ Advanced Clinical & Sports Massage Therapy from Knotsology.com ## [April Challenge: Day 20 -23](https://knotsology.substack.com/p/april-challenge-day-20-23) _2025-04-25 · Knotsology · Knotsology_ 🧘‍♀️ The Full Body Reset: Stretch and Mobility Challenge ## [April Challenge: Day 17 - 19](https://knotsology.substack.com/p/april-challenge-day-17-19) _2025-04-23 · Knotsology · Knotsology_ 🧘‍♀️ The Full Body Reset: Stretch and Mobility Challenge ## [When to see a Massage Therapist: Massage Therapy vs. Chiropractic, Osteopathy and Physiotherapy](https://knotsology.substack.com/p/when-to-see-a-massage-therapist-massage) _2025-04-21 · Knotsology · Knotsology_ www.knotsology.com ## [April Challenge: Day 13 - 16](https://knotsology.substack.com/p/april-challenge-day-13-16) _2025-04-18 · Knotsology · Knotsology_ 🧘‍♀️ The Full Body Reset: Stretch and Mobility Challenge ## [April Challenge: Day 10 -12](https://knotsology.substack.com/p/the-full-body-reset-stretch-and-mobility) _2025-04-17 · Knotsology · Knotsology_ 🧘‍♀️ The Full Body Reset: Stretch & Mobility Challenge ## [You Do Not Need to Be Great to Begin:](https://knotsology.substack.com/p/you-do-not-need-to-be-great-to-begin) _2025-04-14 · Knotsology · Knotsology_ You Just Need to Get Started ## [April Challenge: Day 7 - 9](https://knotsology.substack.com/p/april-challenge-day-7-9) _2025-04-11 · Knotsology · Knotsology_ The Full Body Reset: Stretch & Mobility Challenge ## [One platform, from silicon to agent (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/mOQ7r2GpB0Wd) _2025-04-11 · **Sponsored**_ Serverless inference plus Inference Router to optimize cost and latency at scale. ## [8. Is Massage an Effective Intervention in the Management of Post-Operative Scarring? A Scoping Review](https://www.mastectomyguide.com/blog/8-is-massage-an-effective-intervention-in-the-management-of-post-operative-scarring-a-scoping-review) _2024-10-15 · Empowering Women's and Trans Health: Education and Care Resources_ Scarring is an inevitable part of the healing process after breast reconstruction surgery, but the quality and appearance of scars can vary significantly. Massage therapy has been identified as a potential intervention to manage and improve post-operative scarring. This blog post delves into a scoping review that examines the effectiveness of massage therapy in managing post-operative scars, with… ## [7. Reducing Pain and Anxiety in Breast Cancer Patients with Massage Therapy](https://www.mastectomyguide.com/blog/7-reducing-pain-and-anxiety-in-breast-cancer-patients-with-massage-therapy) _2024-10-07 · Empowering Women's and Trans Health: Education and Care Resources_ For breast cancer patients recovering from surgery, pain and anxiety are significant challenges that can hinder the healing process. This blog post examines findings from a systematic review and meta-analysis that demonstrates how massage therapy can significantly reduce both pain and anxiety, making it a valuable addition to post-operative care. Learn how integrating massage therapy can improve… ## [6. Preventing Chronic Pain After Cosmetic Breast Surgery: The Role of Massage Therapy](https://www.mastectomyguide.com/blog/6-preventing-chronic-pain-after-cosmetic-breast-surgery-the-role-of-massage-therapy) _2024-09-30 · Empowering Women's and Trans Health: Education and Care Resources_ Chronic pain following cosmetic breast surgery can be debilitating and significantly impact a patient's quality of life. This blog explores how massage therapy can prevent and manage chronic pain, particularly nerve-related and scar tissue pain, by providing early intervention post-surgery. Recent research highlights the importance of integrating massage therapy into the post-operative care plan… ## [5. Manual Massage in Plastic Surgery: Insights from Surgeons](https://www.mastectomyguide.com/blog/5-manual-massage-in-plastic-surgery-insights-from-surgeons) _2024-09-23 · Empowering Women's and Trans Health: Education and Care Resources_ What do plastic surgeons really think about massage therapy? This post delves into current practices and perspectives from the field, highlighting the role of manual massage in reducing complications such as fibrosis and improving the aesthetic outcomes of breast reconstruction surgery. Based on insights from practicing plastic surgeons, this blog post explores how manual massage can enhance… ## [4. Enhancing Breast Surgery Recovery with Massage Therapy: Evidence from a Systematic Review](https://www.mastectomyguide.com/blog/4-enhancing-breast-surgery-recovery-with-massage-therapy-evidence-from-a-systematic-review) _2024-09-16 · Empowering Women's and Trans Health: Education and Care Resources_ Recovering from breast surgery involves not just physical healing but also managing pain, reducing scar tissue, and addressing psychological well-being. Alternative therapies like massage have gained recognition for their role in enhancing recovery. This blog post discusses findings from a systematic review that underscores the importance of integrating massage therapy into post-operative care to… ## [3. Combining Massage Therapy with Elastic Bandaging for Optimal Post-Mastectomy Recovery](https://www.mastectomyguide.com/blog/3-combining-massage-therapy-with-elastic-bandaging-for-optimal-post-mastectomy-recovery) _2024-09-09 · Empowering Women's and Trans Health: Education and Care Resources_ For patients who have undergone a modified radical mastectomy, the road to recovery can be fraught with challenges, including pain, edema, and shoulder dysfunction. However, recent clinical research has shown that combining massage therapy with elastic bandaging can significantly enhance recovery outcomes. This post explores the benefits of this integrative approach and how it can be applied to… ## [2. Empowering Recovery: The Impact of Physiotherapy and Massage Post-Breast Cancer Treatment](https://www.mastectomyguide.com/blog/2-empowering-recovery-the-impact-of-physiotherapy-and-massage-post-breast-cancer-treatment) _2024-09-02 · Empowering Women's and Trans Health: Education and Care Resources_ Recovering from breast cancer surgery is a long and often challenging process. The integration of physiotherapy, particularly when combined with massage therapy, plays a crucial role in empowering women to regain mobility, manage lymphedema, and improve their overall quality of life. This post delves into how these therapies work together to support the recovery journey, drawing on recent research… ## [1. The Vital Role of Massage Therapy in Early Post-Surgical Rehabilitation](https://www.mastectomyguide.com/blog/1-the-vital-role-of-massage-therapy-in-early-post-surgical-rehabilitation) _2024-08-26 · Empowering Women's and Trans Health: Education and Care Resources_ The journey to recovery after breast surgery can be challenging, but early rehabilitation plays a crucial role in improving outcomes and accelerating healing. Among the various rehabilitation modalities available, massage therapy stands out for its ability to reduce pain, enhance mobility, and stabilize the psychological state of patients. Recent research has shown that integrating massage therapy… ## [Overcoming Breast Cancer Twice: A Journey of Pain, Resilience, and Recovery](https://www.mastectomyguide.com/blog/overcoming-breast-cancer-twice-a-journey-of-pain-resilience-and-recovery) _2024-08-23 · Empowering Women's and Trans Health: Education and Care Resources_ Well I had a fascinating discussion with a woman today about her breast cancer experience. It's her 2nd time getting breast cancer, the first was pretty straight forward, she had a lumpectomy with no chemo or radiation, no major pain or movement restrictions. Some lymphedema which was resolved after about 10 months. But the second time was very different. She had terrible pain after her surgery,…