Welcome!
WELCOME to Tree of Life Massage Therapy, located in Albuquerque, NM. If you are looking for a quality Nationally Certified Massage therapist, you have come to the right place! Massage can be an integrative part of everyone’s health and well being. It is sometimes referred to Alternative and Complementary Medicine (CAM) although a Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) does not prescribe medications nor do they diagnose medical conditions. According to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine 38% of adults use CAM therapies including Accupuncture, Meditation, Spinal Manipulation or Chiropractic care and Body Manipulation as part of maintaining personal well being or as a way to help manage and address pain issues.
Chrystal Anderson, LMT #6324 is the owner and operator of Tree of Life Massage Therapy. She accepts clients by appointment Wednesday through Saturday and advanced scheduling is recommended.
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Call 505-205-9910 to purchase over the phone or e-mail me at
chrystal.treeoflife@gmail.com
American Pregnancy Massage Association
I am happy to announce that I am a member of the American Pregnancy Massage Association. The APMA was founded to educate expectant mothers about pregnancy massage, help them find massage therapists with advanced training in pregnancy massage, and support research into the effects of pregnancy massage. To qualify for membership, the therapist must be current with the licensing requirements in the state where they practice, have graduated from an accredited massage school, and successfully completed a minimum 18 hour advanced training course in pregnancy massage. I completed 34 hours of advanced training in therapeutic massage techniques for pregnancy, labor and post partum with Bodywork for the Childbearing Year. “Pregnancy massage is one of the most beneficial things a pregnant woman can do to feel better,” said Rick Morgan, BSN, CMT and founder of the American Pregnancy Massage Association (APMA). “However, many women don’t know anything about pregnancy massage or where to find a qualified therapist.” Morgan says it is important that therapists have advanced training in pregnancy massage because there are considerations that need to be taken into account when working with pregnant women. While some massage schools cover pregnancy massage as part of the core curriculum, many do not or have very limited time dedicated to it. “The APMA member logo instantly establishes the therapist as an expert in pregnancy massage, and provides the expectant mom with the assurance that her therapist knows how to work with pregnant women,” said Morgan.
Get the Most from Your Next Massage
* Before the session, give your massage therapist accurate health information and share your expectations.
* Your massage therapist will probably use oils, lotions or powders to decrease friction on your skin. If you have allergies, tell your massage therapist.
* Music might be played during your massage session. If you find music distracting, let your massage therapist know your preferences. The same goes for talking during your session.
* Report any discomfort you experience during the massage session, whether it’s physical or has something to do with the environment.
* Provide your massage therapist feedback during the massage concerning pressure and speed of hand movement, for example.
* Discuss any apprehensions you have about massage therapy with your massage therapist. Remember, your massage therapist is a professional who is dedicated to the profession.
* Remember, too, the therapeutic benefits of massage are cumulative, so the more often you get a massage, the better you will feel and the more quickly your body will respond.
(Massage Therapy Journal®) Spring 2010