Massage/Expert Profile
Expertise
I can answer questions regarding Swedish and Deep Tissue massage, Musculoskeletal Anatomy, SOAP Charting and documentation, Ethics, Myofascial Release, NeuroMuscular Therapy, Seated Chair Massage, and anatomy & physiology. I cannot expertly answer questions about Eastern or allied modalities such as Traditional Chinese Medicine, Reflexology, Polarity, Aromatherapy, or Reiki but I may be able to refer you to someone who can.
Experience in the area
I have been practicing therapeutic massage and myofascial release for 5 years and am an instructor at 3 area massage schools. I have worked in medical, corporate, spa, private, outdoor event, and educational settings.
Organizations
ABMP
Education/Credentials
Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified NeuroMuscular Therapist, Nationally Certified Massage Therapist.
Past/Present Clients
Clients who have voluntarily revealed their status can be found at the following links: http://www.bearpaws.biz/index.php?section=reviews http://www.yelp.com/biz/bear-paws-massage-atlanta
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tess | 10/05/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thanks a lot for the info |
| Kelly | 09/22/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks Mikey, much appreciated :) |
| David | 05/19/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much. I'll let ..... |
| Sandra | 04/19/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | There was a reinjury by being mishandled ..... |
| jill | 12/01/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you Mikey! Perhaps this really is ..... |
Recent Answers from Mikey
2009-11-18 massage after surgey:
Hello Vonshone :) I understand your concern about athletes returning to the their sport as soon as possible, but the body does not heal faster just because we are in a hurry :) The general rule with
2009-10-14 voluntary massage work:
Hello Faheem, I assume you mean charity or complimentary work for practice or promotional purposes? I am not sure what the laws and regulations in the UK are, but here in the US it is simply a matter
2009-09-16 Contra-indications to Massage:
Hi there Kelly, sorry for the delay I was on vacation, the system seems to have let your question slip through. ;) The majority of these contraindications are because of one thing: circulatory stimulation
2009-08-28 The Therapist with Shingles:
Tiffany, I'm sorry to hear you are suffering from this plight! Shingles are no fun! Unfortunately there are also very contagious, so I can't recommend you working on others til the lesions heal completely
2009-08-26 ?:
Sara, In general not only is massage not contraindicated for TOS, it is *indicated* as a treatment. The trick is to get the right kind of massage - Neuromuscular Therapy or Myofascial Release for instance
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