TheMTFoundation

The Massage Therapy Foundation advances the knowledge and practice of massage therapy by supporting scientific research, education, and community service.

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“This study explored the effect of massage therapy (MT) in reducing overall and test anxiety in traditional-aged undergraduate business students com-pared to a comparison group engaged in a relaxation activity.” https://t.co/zkmuR3tRUW #MassageMonday #AnxietyRelief #testprep

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Check out the latest issue of our scientific journal, @ijtmb! IJTMB is open-access, peer-reviewed, and indexed in PubMed Central. It is the official journal of the Massage Therapy Foundation and our journal partner, Registered Massage Therapists' Association of British Columbia.

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New issue of IJTMB! Check out 9 open-access articles including an editorial on collective advocacy for MTs, and research articles about the impact of massage for anxiety, infant development, shoulder range of motion in post-mastectomy clients, and more: https://t.co/N4uAVriUOV

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Tune in to Research Perch as Dr. Cynthia Price and Dr. Niki Munk discuss how MTs can meaningfully contribute to the emerging body of massage research. This episode addresses common questions about getting involved: https://t.co/RtP4DHo3Xm

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“This study aimed to evaluate whether ultrasound-guided pediatric tuina therapy improves efficacy & procedural efficiency compared with pediatric tuina therapy [when treating intestinal intussusception in young children.]” https://t.co/fkcPbCJaYI #MassageMonday #tuina

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New 1 CE course available! Explore findings from the HOPES Study, an MTF–funded feasibility trial examining Swedish massage to support women who are pregnant after stillbirth. This session was originally presented at 2025 IMTRC. Purchase here: https://t.co/ZWrBIAA4ow

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“Objective: To investigate how early manual lymphatic drainage can prevent lower limb lymphedema (LLL) following real-world gynecological cancer surgery.” https://t.co/UFaIr3QVL4 #MassageMonday #lymphedema #cancersupport

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Today, June 1, is the last day to submit your case report to MTF’s 2026 Case Report Contest for students and practitioners! Please complete your submissions by 11:59PM CST: https://t.co/kV15lBpEnf

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“This study aimed to examine the effect of hand massage on pain, comfort, and sleep quality in palliative oncology patients.” https://t.co/j5LSZjLy3C #MassageMonday #oncologymassage #palliativecare

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Today we honor and remember those who have given their lives in service to others. Happy Memorial Day!

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Grow your knowledge and earn 1 CE! Explore the integration of massage therapy into healthcare from the perspectives of public health, rehabilitation, and palliative care. This session was originally presented at MTF’s 2025 IMTRC Conference. Purchase here: https://t.co/f74jrrWoMl

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Our thanks to all who donated to MTF’s Spring Match Fundraiser! Your gifts make a difference, funding vital research, literacy, and community service efforts. Special thanks to @MassageBook for their $2500 matching contribution to this campaign. We are grateful for your support!

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“This randomized controlled trial aimed to compare the effectiveness of court-type traditional Thai massage (CTTM) vs CTTM w/ acupuncture on pain intensity (primary outcome) & lumbar flexibility (secondary) in patients with Low Back Pain.” https://t.co/wwKf6SNNsZ #MassageMonday

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One Day Left! Donate by May 17, and your gift will be matched by @MassageBook to $2500 total. Your support makes a critical contribution to research and community service initiatives in the massage therapy field—and it goes 2x as far today! Donate now: https://t.co/yx9I58dcHp

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Make 2x the impact! Donate to MTF May 9-17, and MassageBook will double your gift—up to $2500 total. Support MTF programs that further research in the field, educate therapists, and bring therapeutic massage to those in need!
Donate today: https://t.co/yx9I58dcHp

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MTF’s Spring Match Fundraiser is in full swing! Donate May 9-17 and your donation will be matched by @MassageBook—up to $2500 total. Multiply your generosity—and make twice the difference for MTF research and community service programs. Donate here: https://t.co/yx9I58dcHp

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“The study investigated whether brushing, deep pressure or tapping modulates acute thermal pain perception, differences in individuals w/ fibromyalgia....& whether differences in trauma history or depression/anxiety alter this effect.” https://t.co/pTxzVunea8 #MassageMonday

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Happy Mother’s Day! Today we celebrate the kind, smart, and beautiful moms who make the world go round!
Make a gift to MTF in mom’s honor today, and it will be doubled as part of our Spring Match Fundraiser: https://t.co/yx9I58dcHp

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Double your donation! Give to MTF May 9-17, and @MassageBook will double your gift—up to $2500 total. Don’t miss the limited-time opportunity to make 2X the impact for research, education & community service. Your support is doubly appreciated! Donate now: https://t.co/yx9I58dcHp

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MTF’s Spring Match Fundraiser starts tomorrow! May 9-17, make a gift to MTF and @MassageBook will double your donation—up to $2500 total. Your support makes MTF research, education & community service possible—set a reminder to give May 9, and your contribution will go 2x as far!

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“The purpose of this project is to examine the pain-relieving effects of Heisei Shiatsu in hospitalized cancer patients and to compare those results with other bodywork modalities which have been established for longer in this field.” https://t.co/SKshiesZu7
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