Massage Therapy Foundation
@mtfoundation.bsky.social
The Massage Therapy Foundation advances the knowledge and practice of massage therapy by supporting scientific research, education, and community service. Visit www.massagetherapyfoundation.org
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Now is the best time to donate—and make twice the difference! Donate MTF during our Year-End Giving Drive and AMTA will generously match your gift. Use this link to DOUBLE your impact today: bit.ly/4nU7KS7
MTF Board and staff wish you the happiest of holidays! MTF Offices will be closed December 24-26, reopening Monday December 29. We will also be closed for the day on January 1st. We look forward to serving you in 2026!
December 23, 2025 at 11:18 PM
MTF Board and staff wish you the happiest of holidays! MTF Offices will be closed December 24-26, reopening Monday December 29. We will also be closed for the day on January 1st. We look forward to serving you in 2026!
“This integrative framework conceptualizes how [massage] engages sensory-afferent & cognitive-affective pathways ideally situated to reshape predictive models of somatosensory experience & counter the long-term effects of trauma & pain.” bit.ly/45o9kFk #massagemonday #integrativemedicine
December 22, 2025 at 5:30 PM
“This integrative framework conceptualizes how [massage] engages sensory-afferent & cognitive-affective pathways ideally situated to reshape predictive models of somatosensory experience & counter the long-term effects of trauma & pain.” bit.ly/45o9kFk #massagemonday #integrativemedicine
New Research Perch—Exciting updates coming to the MTF Community Service Award program! The 2026 maximum award is now *$20,000*, up from a previous maximum of $5,000. Tune in to learn about reasons for the change & how your organization can apply. bit.ly/3L64gOW
December 19, 2025 at 10:14 PM
New Research Perch—Exciting updates coming to the MTF Community Service Award program! The 2026 maximum award is now *$20,000*, up from a previous maximum of $5,000. Tune in to learn about reasons for the change & how your organization can apply. bit.ly/3L64gOW
“[This study aims] to perform a systematic review of the existing evidence of the effects of manual therapy, both conventional and nonconventional, on any playing-related musculoskeletal disorder (PRMD) outcome in instrumentalists.” bit.ly/4qfdlEm #massagemonday
December 15, 2025 at 6:37 PM
“[This study aims] to perform a systematic review of the existing evidence of the effects of manual therapy, both conventional and nonconventional, on any playing-related musculoskeletal disorder (PRMD) outcome in instrumentalists.” bit.ly/4qfdlEm #massagemonday
A new issue of IJTMB has been released! Read an editorial about leadership in the MT profession, research about MT for athletes, cancer-related pain, sinus headache, fibromyalgia, TMJ, menstrual cramps, & constipation, and a commentary on the potential impact of MT on veterans: www.ijtmb.org
December 11, 2025 at 7:28 PM
A new issue of IJTMB has been released! Read an editorial about leadership in the MT profession, research about MT for athletes, cancer-related pain, sinus headache, fibromyalgia, TMJ, menstrual cramps, & constipation, and a commentary on the potential impact of MT on veterans: www.ijtmb.org
“This study aimed to determine and compare the immediate effects of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) and classical massage (CM) in children aged 10–11 years with chronic neck pain.” bit.ly/44TlAxi #MassageMonday #NeckPain #PainMassage
December 8, 2025 at 7:09 PM
“This study aimed to determine and compare the immediate effects of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) and classical massage (CM) in children aged 10–11 years with chronic neck pain.” bit.ly/44TlAxi #MassageMonday #NeckPain #PainMassage
Our deep thanks to all who donated on Giving Tuesday! We are grateful for your commitment to advancing the MT profession. A very special thanks to the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) for their Triple Match of Giving Tuesday donations, and 2x Match of funds donated between Nov 1- Dec 31!
December 4, 2025 at 6:40 AM
Our deep thanks to all who donated on Giving Tuesday! We are grateful for your commitment to advancing the MT profession. A very special thanks to the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) for their Triple Match of Giving Tuesday donations, and 2x Match of funds donated between Nov 1- Dec 31!
Last call—Triple match ends at midnight! Don’t miss your opportunity to make three times the impact for research, education, and community service initiatives for the massage therapy profession. Your support is deeply appreciated! bit.ly/4nU7KS7
December 3, 2025 at 2:35 AM
Last call—Triple match ends at midnight! Don’t miss your opportunity to make three times the impact for research, education, and community service initiatives for the massage therapy profession. Your support is deeply appreciated! bit.ly/4nU7KS7
MTF Community Service Grants help bring massage to those in need—& you can help too! Donate to MTF on Giving Tuesday & AMTA will triple match your gift-today only! Up to $75,000 will be matched- Every gift is deeply appreciated: bit.ly/4nU7KS7
December 2, 2025 at 8:22 PM
MTF Community Service Grants help bring massage to those in need—& you can help too! Donate to MTF on Giving Tuesday & AMTA will triple match your gift-today only! Up to $75,000 will be matched- Every gift is deeply appreciated: bit.ly/4nU7KS7
Today Only! Support MTF on Giving Tuesday—and AMTA will triple your gift! Help bring healing touch to the underserved, help researchers pin down the science behind massage’s benefits, & bring free educational resources to therapists, teachers, & students. bit.ly/4nU7KS7
December 2, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Today Only! Support MTF on Giving Tuesday—and AMTA will triple your gift! Help bring healing touch to the underserved, help researchers pin down the science behind massage’s benefits, & bring free educational resources to therapists, teachers, & students. bit.ly/4nU7KS7
Set a reminder—donate to MTF this Giving Tuesday, December 2nd, and the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) will generously triple match your gift—up to $75k total. We are grateful for your support at any amount!
Donate here: bit.ly/4nU7KS7
Donate here: bit.ly/4nU7KS7
December 1, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Set a reminder—donate to MTF this Giving Tuesday, December 2nd, and the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) will generously triple match your gift—up to $75k total. We are grateful for your support at any amount!
Donate here: bit.ly/4nU7KS7
Donate here: bit.ly/4nU7KS7
“This study aimed to evaluate the effect of foot reflexology massage on neuropathic pain in women with type 2 diabetes.” bit.ly/48GAFER #massagemonday #diabetesawareness #reflexologymassage #NeuropathyRelief
December 1, 2025 at 8:17 PM
“This study aimed to evaluate the effect of foot reflexology massage on neuropathic pain in women with type 2 diabetes.” bit.ly/48GAFER #massagemonday #diabetesawareness #reflexologymassage #NeuropathyRelief
Happy Thanksgiving! Sending our deep appreciation and warm wishes to you during this season of gratitude and joy!
November 27, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Happy Thanksgiving! Sending our deep appreciation and warm wishes to you during this season of gratitude and joy!
“The aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness of soft tissue manipulation (Deep Tissue Massage - DTM) on subjective and objective parameters in a group of office workers with chronic low back pain.” bit.ly/43QcUrc #MassageMonday #LowBackPain #BackPainRelief #MassageResearch
November 24, 2025 at 5:46 PM
“The aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness of soft tissue manipulation (Deep Tissue Massage - DTM) on subjective and objective parameters in a group of office workers with chronic low back pain.” bit.ly/43QcUrc #MassageMonday #LowBackPain #BackPainRelief #MassageResearch
Now is the best time to donate—and make twice the difference! Donate MTF during our Year-End Giving Drive and AMTA will generously match your gift. Use this link to DOUBLE your impact today: bit.ly/4nU7KS7
November 20, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Now is the best time to donate—and make twice the difference! Donate MTF during our Year-End Giving Drive and AMTA will generously match your gift. Use this link to DOUBLE your impact today: bit.ly/4nU7KS7
We are thrilled to welcome Robin Miccio, MS, LMT, to the MTF Board of Trustees! An LMT for 15+ years, Robin’s career has spanned private practice, massage education, multidisciplinary clinical settings and pediatric hospital environments. Learn more: bit.ly/4ra2DQw
November 19, 2025 at 8:55 PM
We are thrilled to welcome Robin Miccio, MS, LMT, to the MTF Board of Trustees! An LMT for 15+ years, Robin’s career has spanned private practice, massage education, multidisciplinary clinical settings and pediatric hospital environments. Learn more: bit.ly/4ra2DQw
“Objective: To investigate the impact of massage therapy on pain syndrome and shoulder function in women undergoing mastectomy, specifically those referred to oncology centres in Kerman.” bit.ly/48kPHzW #massagemonday #mastectomyrecovery #BreastCancerAwareness
November 17, 2025 at 6:58 PM
“Objective: To investigate the impact of massage therapy on pain syndrome and shoulder function in women undergoing mastectomy, specifically those referred to oncology centres in Kerman.” bit.ly/48kPHzW #massagemonday #mastectomyrecovery #BreastCancerAwareness
New Research Perch! Enjoy a lively and informative discussion as MTF Case Report Contest Chair, Robin Miccio, speaks with 2025 Silver Award winner Hailey Robertson about her report, “Massage Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis.” Check it out here: bit.ly/43uyq4y
November 14, 2025 at 6:47 PM
New Research Perch! Enjoy a lively and informative discussion as MTF Case Report Contest Chair, Robin Miccio, speaks with 2025 Silver Award winner Hailey Robertson about her report, “Massage Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis.” Check it out here: bit.ly/43uyq4y
MTF is excited to announce the winners of the 2025 Case Report Contest! One Silver Award and one Honorable Mention were given for reports focusing on Massage for Multiple Sclerosis and Cervical Disc Herniation, respectively: bit.ly/49OrDqh
November 12, 2025 at 5:58 PM
MTF is excited to announce the winners of the 2025 Case Report Contest! One Silver Award and one Honorable Mention were given for reports focusing on Massage for Multiple Sclerosis and Cervical Disc Herniation, respectively: bit.ly/49OrDqh
“Objective: to verify the impact of the use of connective tissue massage technique versus myofascial release performed manually by the therapist and foam roller self-myofascial release on fibromyalgia pain-related outcomes.” bit.ly/4859u6h #MassageMonday #fibromyalgia #painmassage
November 10, 2025 at 5:36 PM
“Objective: to verify the impact of the use of connective tissue massage technique versus myofascial release performed manually by the therapist and foam roller self-myofascial release on fibromyalgia pain-related outcomes.” bit.ly/4859u6h #MassageMonday #fibromyalgia #painmassage
“Objectives: To identify and describe the available evidence on the characteristics of massage service provision in specialist [palliative care] settings.” bit.ly/4oPvGXK #MassageMonday #PalliativeCare
November 3, 2025 at 5:11 PM
“Objectives: To identify and describe the available evidence on the characteristics of massage service provision in specialist [palliative care] settings.” bit.ly/4oPvGXK #MassageMonday #PalliativeCare
We are excited to announce the appointment of Niki Munk, PhD, LMT, as MTF Research Director! Dr. Munk will lead expanded MTF research granting, & provide support for MassageNet and @IJTMB_org. We are thrilled to have her and her expertise on our staff: bit.ly/3L4lR9G
October 21, 2025 at 7:01 PM
We are excited to announce the appointment of Niki Munk, PhD, LMT, as MTF Research Director! Dr. Munk will lead expanded MTF research granting, & provide support for MassageNet and @IJTMB_org. We are thrilled to have her and her expertise on our staff: bit.ly/3L4lR9G
“A quasiexperimental design was employed at a South Indian teaching hospital to study back massages' impact on sleep quality among orthopedic patients. The study involved 80 participants…” #MassageMonday #OrthopedicCare #massagetherapy
October 20, 2025 at 4:36 PM
“A quasiexperimental design was employed at a South Indian teaching hospital to study back massages' impact on sleep quality among orthopedic patients. The study involved 80 participants…” #MassageMonday #OrthopedicCare #massagetherapy
Happy Thanksgiving to all of our Canadian friends! Our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones during this season of gratitude and joy! @rmtbc.bsky.social
October 13, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Happy Thanksgiving to all of our Canadian friends! Our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones during this season of gratitude and joy! @rmtbc.bsky.social
“This study aimed to evaluate and compare the effects of connective tissue massage (CTM) and manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) on neck pain, disability, quality of life, and pain thresholds in patients with migraine.” bit.ly/4h5nTCg #MassageMonday #MigraineRelief #HeadacheRelief
October 13, 2025 at 2:53 PM
“This study aimed to evaluate and compare the effects of connective tissue massage (CTM) and manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) on neck pain, disability, quality of life, and pain thresholds in patients with migraine.” bit.ly/4h5nTCg #MassageMonday #MigraineRelief #HeadacheRelief