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Massage Therapy Foundation Advancing the knowledge and practice of massage therapy via research, education and community service

MTF is excited to be onsite at the ACRM - American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine Conference in Washington DC! MTF ...
10/16/2026

MTF is excited to be onsite at the ACRM - American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine Conference in Washington DC! MTF Research Director Dr. Niki Munk and MTF Associate Director of Operations Annie LaCroix presented on how to create a competitive application for MTF Research Grants and Awards. We greatly enjoyed sharing what we do, networking with those in the rehabilitation field, and listening in on the fascinating presentations!

Happy Thanksgiving Canada! Our warmest wishes to our Canadian colleagues and friends during this season of gratitude and...
10/12/2026

Happy Thanksgiving Canada! Our warmest wishes to our Canadian colleagues and friends during this season of gratitude and joy!
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🔍 Keep up to date with the latest research in massage!New measurement tools make it easier than ever for researchers to...
10/12/2026

🔍 Keep up to date with the latest research in massage!
New measurement tools make it easier than ever for researchers to demonstrate the impact and efficacy of massage. Explore how optical measurement of tissue mobility from the skin surface offers an objective approach compatible with clinical practice: https://bit.ly/3VBlLvK

Expand your knowledge—check out Research Perch! In this episode, learn about the progress of a new survey study entitled...
10/07/2026

Expand your knowledge—check out Research Perch! In this episode, learn about the progress of a new survey study entitled, “Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault of Massage Therapists by Clients in the United States.” Study author Morgan Richard discusses the 2-part study, how MassageNet PBRN members have been utilized in the data collection process, and how massage therapists can participate: https://bit.ly/4jJb3x0

Expand your knowledge—check out your weekly dose of research! This week, we highlight a new study to comparing the eff...
10/05/2026

Expand your knowledge—check out your weekly dose of research! This week, we highlight a new study to comparing the effects of foam roller and connective tissue massage on pain, function, sleep quality, and quality of life in patients with Fibromyalgia Syndrome: https://bit.ly/4z7sThM

“Purpose: This study aimed to determine and compare the effect of myofascial release (MFR) and simulated MFR on the flex...
09/28/2026

“Purpose: This study aimed to determine and compare the effect of myofascial release (MFR) and simulated MFR on the flexibility of the erector spinae muscles and thoracolumbar fascia utilizing sonoelastography in individuals with chronic low back pain.” Check out this article from the latest issue of International Journal of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork: https://bit.ly/4dEtaAk

The MTF’s Research Poster Session at 2026 AMTA National Convention featured 26 new and encore posters on topics like MT ...
09/24/2026

The MTF’s Research Poster Session at 2026 AMTA National Convention featured 26 new and encore posters on topics like MT for pain reduction in pediatric burn patients, for mental health in those with life-limiting physical illness, and impact of MT on pain and anxiety in patients with gynecologic cancer. Most posters feature accompanying video abstracts where you can hear more directly from the authors. Check out the full list of posters and videos here: https://bit.ly/2026PosterSession

Earn 1 CE— Clinical trials help explain what can work in practice, while practice-based research shows what does work in...
09/23/2026

Earn 1 CE— Clinical trials help explain what can work in practice, while practice-based research shows what does work in everyday care. Practice-Based Research Networks (PBRNs) support this work by collecting data on the effectiveness and safety of complementary and integrative health approaches as they are used in real-world settings. BraveNet PBRN Director Dr. Jeffrey Dusek shares findings from multi-site studies focused on pain, stress, and wellness, and discusses how these results are helping inform patient care.
This session was originally presented at MTF’s 2025 International Massage Therapy Research Conference. Purchase here: https://bit.ly/25IMTRC10

“Purpose: To assess immediate effects of craniosacral therapy (CST) on postpartum neck pain. It sought to evaluate chang...
09/21/2026

“Purpose: To assess immediate effects of craniosacral therapy (CST) on postpartum neck pain. It sought to evaluate changes in the intensity of neck pain and neck muscle contraction prior to treatment and 24 hours following CST.” Check out this article from the latest issue of International Journal of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork: https://bit.ly/4y6YT5D

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