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Find Massage Therapy Careers in the United States and Canada. The candidates seeking careers in massage therapy find that a large part of the training and education going to become a professional massage therapist. Students drawn to this natural therapy must have an outgoing personality, effective communication skills and a desire for business success.

Massage therapy careers is increasing as more and more clients and patients turn to complementary and alternative medicines to combat common health disorders and conditions. By example, the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, part of the National Institutes of Health, has ongoing clinical trials and studies demonstrating the effectiveness of mind-body medicine as a complementary healing system (as often provided by careers in massage therapy).

In addition to spas, salons, medical clinics and chiropractors, massage therapy careers can be found in non-traditional health – such as resorts, cruises, airports, convention centers, hotels, racetracks and other sporting events.

Individuals in the first place, however, to undergo training adequate education and one of several massage schools, colleges or universities to gain entry-level massage therapy careers. General training covers the anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, deep tissue massage, Swedish massage and sometimes, sports massage. While standard training that involves a minimum of 300-500 hours of class, some programs are well above 1000 hours. In addition, a number of universities provide massage graduate courses in massage therapy.

Students seeking careers in massage therapy can also be applied to programs for advanced training in therapy myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, lymph drainage therapy, Tuina, chair / corporate massage, medical massage, among other subjects.

In general, careers in massage therapy consisting of healers and practitioners of natural massage with a strong desire to help others. Besides having a professional sense, persons who have satisfactorily completed all academic requirements and training can expect ample job opportunities – according to the Bureau of Statistics U.S. Labor, massage therapy courses is increasing and is expected to grow throughout the next decade. Moreover, professional massage therapists can earn more than $ 30 an hour.

If you (or someone you know) are interested in finding careers in massage therapy, let professional training within fast growing industries like massage therapy, cosmetology, acupuncture, oriental medicine, Reiki, and others get you started! Explore the career school programs near you.

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Conair SU12-3PK Sound Therapy with Night Light, Silver
Conair SU12-3PK Sound Therapy with Night Light, Silver

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Drift off to peaceful sleep with any one of 10 soothing sounds from our sound therapy machine. There is also a 4-position sleep timer with auto-off (15,30,45, or 60 minutes) and an LED nightlight.

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Sound Oasis S-650-01 Sleep Sound Therapy System
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The Sound Oasis Sleep Sound Therapy System is a next generation sound conditioner that delivers an unmatched therapeutic sound experience. Extra long and high fidelity tracks featuring clinically proven sounds from world renowned doctors and the world’s finest authentic nature sounds, that includes a total of 24 unique sounds. This unit also includes several key features such as our patented Sleep Enhancement technology that slows down sound playback to lull you to sleep, 4 position times, off/resume button and adjustable volume control with gentle off to help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer and have more restful sleep. Let the unit also double as your alarm clock, with a backlit fully functional alarm clock you can wake-up to your favorite sound or the buzzer.

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  • To get some sleep, relaxation and wellness
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HoMedics SS-2000 Sound Spa Relaxation Sound Machine with 6 Nature Sounds, Silver
HoMedics SS-2000 Sound Spa Relaxation Sound Machine with 6 Nature Sounds, Silver

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Turn any room in your house into a relaxation spa with the sound machine. Bring clarity of mind throuth the 6 nature sounds, ocean, summer night, rain, rain forest, waterfall and heartbeat–which is great for a baby’s room. Great for travel using batteries or take along the home adaptor.

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Homedics NMSQ-200 Neck and Shoulder Massager with Heat
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Homedics NMSQ-200 Neck and Shoulder Massager w/ Heat. 2 Speeds, batteries and adapter driven

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Shower Therapy for Feet- All in One Pedicure Center

All in one pedicure center for the shower and bath.

Cleanse, exfoliate and massage while standing or sitting comfortably. No more awkward bending or balancing!

Dozens of flexi-fingers stimulate and invigorate while gently cleansing. Large pumice stone exfoliates and smooths rough feet. Liquid soap dispensers on each side with a clever roll on dispenser. Oversized massage dome with firm massage nodes for an intense relaxing massage.

Secures to shower or tub floor with 24 powerful suction cups

Its the most relaxing feeling your feet will ever experience!

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  • All in one pedicure center for the shower and bath
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According to the age old art of massage, lovers hold great powers within their hands: to relax, to rejuvenate, to arouse – all through the subtlety of a simple touch. Blended with nourishing essential oils and skin soothing emollients. Kama Sutra’s aromatic Massage Oils glide on effortlessly. Release your hidden powers with these seductive and enduring massage oils. Made in the USA.

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This Neck Pillow is great for relaxing at home or on the go. Filled with flax seeds and made out of cotton a special stress-relieving aroma-therapeutic blend of herbal essences, this NECK PILLOW is designed to calm and comfort both the body and the mind. Ergonomically designed to gently drape around the neck, the Anti-Stress Neck Pillow enfolds you in its comforting embrace to relax and soothe tired, sore neck and shoulder muscles. The balmy mind-calming blend of chamomile, lavender, and citrus completes and enhances these physical benefits by offering a totally relaxing, sensory experience. Size: 8.75″ L x 7″ w

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What do Andrea Bowen, Brenda Strong, and Joy Lauren have in common? Besides being intimately involved with each other as the cast of Desperate Housewives, they all praise NatureBright’s natural light skin care lights. In addition to these beauties, over 500 celebrities and guests, including comedian Carlos Mencia, actors George Lopez, Mathew Underwood, and Marion Ramsey were treated to a special hands-on demonstration of NatureBright’s Clarity. The response? Very enthusiastic. With Clarity you can restore skin cells, minimize blemishes, and eliminate the need for costly, painful, or invasive techniques. The Clarity lamp uses a clinical-proven combination of blue and red frequency light to help erase small wrinkles, eliminate spots and pimples, and restore the skin’s natural moisture and elasticity. In short, comfortable, 15-minute, pain-free treatments each day users can experience a noticeable improvement in their complexion. How does the Clarity work? Its special red light frequencies encourage the production of natural collagen and helps skin cells repair themselves. Clarity’s blue light frequency kills bacteria by catalyzing a complex chain reaction on a microscopic level. The British Journal of Dermatology (July 2000) found that regular sessions under blue light “radically” helps clear up pimples. The published study of 120 patients showed a 76% drop in visible spots in just 2 weeks! Share the discovery of the stars. Try Clarity Skincare Rejuvenation Light today. The Clarity skin rejuvenation light can be adjusted to give off only red light or only blue light therapy. The complete light system includes the classic model and a set of 6 additional bulbs to make the unit adjustable to intensive Anti-Aging and Anti-Bacteria lights. Protection goggles included.

Achieve the smooth, bright look of a spa facial with the NatureBright Clarity Rejuvenation Light. Offering salon-quality skin treatment, this portable device uses therapeutic red and blue lights to stimulate healthy skin growth and fight blemish-causing bacteria. Address fine lines and wrinkles, age spots, skin redness, and blemishes with this safe, painless light.The Clarity Rejuvenation LightAt a GlanceUsed by dermatologists and salon therapists worldwide Safe, painless, at-home treatment Rejuvenate and improve skin in 15-minute sessions Customizable bulbs let you intensify benefits of red or blue light Refresh skin collagen and treat acne at the same time The red light in the Clarity Rejuvenation Light stimulate your skin cells, encouraging the production of collagen.View larger. Clarity Rejuvenation Light’s blue light frequency treats acne by killing bacteria. View larger. Red and Blue Lights Promote Healthy, Radiant SkinAnyone wishing to combat skin challenges, such as redness, acne, and wrinkles, will appreciate the dual-action qualities of the NatureBright Clarity Rejuvenation Light. This light uses both red and blue light therapy to improve your skin.The red light bulbs in the Clarity Rejuvenation Light stimulate your skin cells, encouraging the production of collagen, so your skin naturally repairs itself. Red light therapy speeds up cell renewal to replenish tired, aging skin for a more youthful, radiant complexion. Red light also smoothes the appearance of small lines and wrinkles and fades scars.Clarity Rejuvenation Light’s blue light frequency treats acne by killing bacteria and catalyzing a complex chain reaction on the microscopic level. In 2000 the British Journal of Dermatology reported findings that regular sessions under blue light radically help clear up acne. The published study of 120 patients showed a 76% drop in visible spots in just two weeks. Blue light also offers intensive pore reduction.Since the Clarity Rejuvenation Light’s red and blue bulbs are customizable, you can use both red and blue bulbs at the same time, or you can use one-colored bulb at a time to address specific skin issues.Safe, Effective Therapy is Easy to UseMen, women, and teens can benefit from this effective-yet-gentle light therapy. Not only The Clarity Skin Rejuvenation Light uses safe light–not harsh UV light or laser light, but also treats skin damage caused by exposure to the sun’s UV rays.Relaxing in front of the light for 15-minute treatment sessions, three to five times per week, can significantly improve the quality of your skin in as little as two weeks. The light does this by restoring skin’s natural moisture and elasticity with a pain-free system that’s trusted by dermatologists and professional salon therapists.About NatureBright: Bright Light, Brighter FutureFounded in 2001 and based in Irvine, California, NatureBright is dedicated to improving people’s sense of well-being by delivering products that harness the healing power of light. NatureBright’s motto, “Bright Light, Brighter Future,” carries the promise that all of its products are designed to promote the wellness of both people and the planet.NatureBright is committed to bringing its consumers a more comfortable lifestyle, using innovative, energy-efficient technology. Energy efficiency means using less energy to provide the same level of energy service–for example, installing fluorescent lights and/or skylights instead of incandescent lights to attain the same level of illumination. NatureBright offers energy-efficient technology to conserve our earth’s natural resources for generations to come.What’s in the BoxOne NatureBright Clarity Rejuvenation Light with six red bulbs, six blue bulbs, and eye protector goggles.Clarity’s removable bulbs let you intensify red light or blue light treatments to focus on specific skin conditions.

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Earth Therapeutics Mind/Body Therapy Anti-Stress Neck Pillow, Microwaveable, Lavender + Chamomile, 1 pillow
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This soft cotton U-shaped pillow gently cuddles around you to relax and soothe tired, sore neck and shoulder muscles. Microwave for moist, warm relief from stiffness, strain + pain. Filled with flax seed and a special stress-relieving aroma-therapeutic blend of herbal essences, this Cuddle Pillow is designed to calm and comfort both the body and the mind. Ergonomically designed to gently drape around the neck, the Anti-Stress Cuddle Pillow enfolds you in its comforting embrace to relax and soothe tired, sore neck and shoulder muscles. A luxuriously soft cotton outer shell pampers and coddles – while the gentle, caressing weight of the pillow does wonders to relieve tightness and stiffness in the neck, back, and shoulders. The balmy, mind-calming blend of chamomile, lavender, and citrus completes and enhances these physical benefits by offering a totally relaxing, sensory experience. Safe + Effective; Hypo-allergenic. Contents are non-toxic. Product of China.

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  • Designed to calm and comfort both the body and the mind
  • Ergonomically designed to gently drape around the neck
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Prostate Cradle Revolutionary External Prostate Massager
Prostate Cradle Revolutionary External Prostate Massager

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Introducing the world’s first external prostate massager! The Prostate Cradle has a fascinating ten year history. It was invented by a Certified Massage Therapist with guidance from medical doctors to help overcome his own health challenges. A myth that prostate massage needs to be invasive is shattered by thousands of satisfied Cradle customers! The Cradle is a compliment and a new alternative to traditional invasive prostate massage. It is a safe and easy device for external prostate massage. Traditional prostate massage involves rectum insertion. But the Cradle is revolutionary – just sit on it! No movement or vibration is required. The Cradle’s anatomically correct design reaches underneath the pelvic arch to massage the prostate and perineum areas. The Cradle is discreet, no one can tell when you are sitting on it, and it even works over clothing! The Cradle gives you all the benefits of a full prostate massage or “prostate milking” with no invasive massage! The Cradle can be used for prevention to increase circulation while strengthening muscles and reflexes. As a bonus the Cradle can be used to heighten and prolong sensual adventures – indefinitely! This helps to even the sensual playground between partners, naturally. The Cradle might be the greatest male sensual aid ever invented – Try it risk free today for yourself or for a prostate you care about!”You now have a noninvasive option: the Prostate Cradle… and prostate massage can cause more intense orgasms!”- Muscle & Fitness Magazine review 10/08

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  • Doctors have recommended prostate massage for centuries!
  • The Cradle uses gentle pressure – no vigorous massage!
  • Discover hidden tantric accupressure points with included detailed guide booklet!
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