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Brandy Thurman

U.S.

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Expertise

I will be happy to answer questions relating to modalities including Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports Massage, and more. I can provide information for therapists including massage equipment, supplies, laws, massage schools, etc.

Experience in the area

I have been a Licensed Massage Therapist in the state of South Carolina for 5 years now. I have experience in a variety of modalities including Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports Massage, Cranial Sacral, and Therapeutic Touch. I have had training in Theory Practice and Professionalism, Anatomy, Kinesiology, Physiology, Pathology, Business and Ethics, Self Care, Contraindications, and Legal.

Organizations

I have created a website devoted to the World of Massage Therapy and US Directory of Schools, Therapists & Services. Also, including Videos and Links to massage and health related sites at
http://massagetherapyconnection.com.

Education/Credentials

I am a Licensed Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Therapist, Certified Photographer, Writer, and Computer Programmer.

Awards and Honors

American Poetry Society
Poems Published: "Crying" "The Silence Within" "A Breath of Sweet Smell" "Flowers" "My Love"

Past/Present Clients

I have treated babies, children, elderly people, patients with illnesses such as arthritis, bursitis, fatigue, diabetes, immunity suppression, depression, and more.

Average Ratings

Recent Reviews from Users

User	Date	K	C	T	P	Comments
Amber	10/25/08	8	7	9	10	That was great Brandy; thanks very much .....
Burdelle Krikke	10/20/08	10	10	10	10	thanks for any advice or help.
Oleg Vologin	10/20/08	10	10	10	10
Sharon	10/15/08	10	10	10	10	Thank you Brandy for your quick response .....

Recent Answers from Brandy Thurman

2009-08-03 masage law:

Hello Lexie, If your manager does not limit the number of massages you can perform a day, then I would consider working on call. This way you can choose when you want to work and you have the option

2009-08-01 masage law:

Hello Lexie, I do not believe that there is a massage law to say how many hours a therapist should work. The number of hours a therapist can work depends on the individual considering their age, health

2009-01-28 post exercise contraindications:

Hello Zaphira, Post exercise massage increases local circulation, cellular permeability, and has a soothing effect on central and peripheral nerves. There are some contraindications such as a body temperature

2008-10-26 massage:

Hello Caity, Massage is used to relax the body, mind, and relieve stress! Also, massage has proven to have beneficial results for many chronic conditions, including low back pain, arthritis, bursitis

2008-10-20 Massage contraindications:

Hello Amber, Generally it is safe to massage when varicose veins are present, but massage should be avoided if the varicose veins are swollen or painful. A trained therapist should give a regular massage

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