It also has a positive effect on communication, creativity and overall attitude. Seated massage is gaining popularity in the business world. It is a technique that utilizes a specially designed massage chair that can be taken into the workplace where a trained therapist performs pressure-point massage on workers who are fully clothed. ASMT has included in its Program a course in seated massage which includes hands-on work plus marketing techniques. As a result of increased health consciousness and our advanced medical care, Americans are living longer and more productive lives.
Geriatric massage helps an aging body stay active, achieve flexibility and maintain good posture.
Florida is known for its large retirement community, and there are over 17,000 licensed massage therapists in the state. Increasing numbers of retired people are including massage therapy in health maintenance programs.