Massage Therapy
A Day in the Life of a Massage Therapist 

This story was written by Kit Harlow. A recent chiropractic school grad, Kit is the voice behind our “Inside Chiro School” series. This time, they chatted with a coworker to explore a day in the life of a massage therapist. … Read More ›

Massage Therapy
Why Add Shiatsu to Your Practice

To support your massage therapy clients, it’s important to have as many tools in your toolbox as possible. If your practice feels repetitive or you struggle to attract new clients, consider learning a new skill like Shiatsu. Balancing modalities from… Read More ›

Bloomington Clinic, Clinic News, Massage Therapy
What are the Benefits of Regular Massage Therapy?

Many people think of massage as a luxury spa-like experience, but the truth is that there are many health benefits of regular massage therapy.   Massage therapy is healthcare, and more and more, that is what it’s being utilized for…. Read More ›

Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Alumni News, Chiropractic, Massage Therapy
Touching Chronic Pain

We know how effective chiropractic care, acupuncture and Chinese medicine, and massage therapy are for chronic pain patients. Now, more and more, major medical guidelines are catching up.   Most recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) released a guideline for non-surgical… Read More ›

Alumni News, Massage Therapy
Alum Story: Jason Erickson is All About Pain Science

Jason Erickson ‘06 has a massage therapy practice based in pain science. Having completed more than 1500 continuing education hours, he’s learned many different modalities, but for him, it all comes down to understanding pain.   “It’s something that supersedes any… Read More ›

Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Chiropractic, Clinic News, Massage Therapy, Thought Leadership, University News
NWHSU Announces New Community Clinic Partnerships

NWHSU has a large clinic system dedicated to patient care. In addition to on-campus clinics, we have community clinics throughout the metro. Students provide free care to a diverse patient population under clinical faculty supervision. We added two new community… Read More ›

Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture Careers, Alumni News, Chiropractic, Massage Therapy
Team Players: NWHSU Alumni Supporting Athletes

When you think of sports practice, what comes to mind? NWHSU alumni are supporting athletes in creative and exciting ways. From sideline care to functional mobility training, our alumni help athletes—in the broadest sense—train, compete, recover, and just live full,… Read More ›

Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Chiropractic, Massage Therapy, Policy and Research News
CDC Recommends Chiropractic Care, Acupuncture, and Massage Therapy in New Opioid Guideline

Last week, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released an updated Clinical Practice Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Pain. The guideline, intended to help clinicians provide pain management for adults, advocates for a patient-centered approach, including evidence-based nonpharmacologic… Read More ›

Massage Therapy
What to Look for in a Massage Therapy Program: 12 Questions You Need to Ask

These key questions will help you know what to look for in a massage therapy program.

Massage Therapy
How to Become a Massage Therapist

If you’re wondering how to become a massage therapist, this detailed Q&A will help you make the next move.