The Rub: a podcast about massage therapy

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The Rub: a podcast about massage therapy

Join Healwell in examining and bringing context to the world of massage therapy beyond the table. We have ideas. We have opinions. We want change, and that will only come with an understanding of who and what massage therapy truly is. A variety of topics are up for grabs: history, philosophy, development, and all the other shiny things that fascinate us.Healwell is a non-profit based out of the Washington DC area.  Check us out at www.healwell.org 

  1. 12/28/2024

    Massage Robots

    Send us a textCorey Rivera and Cal Cates explore the existence of rubbing robots and how (unsurprisingly?) they prompt a critical examination of what defines massage therapy. This episode dives into what the robots can and cannot do, why they're happening now, and how you need a human to do massage therapy.Unreal Rubbing Robot ImagesMichael and Aubrey's PodcastAescapeAlex: Massage RoboticsPhill the Nightstand 2023 ISPA U.S. Spa Industry Study2024 ISPA U.S. Spa Industry Study Massage Cost Opti...

    48 min

  2. 12/21/2024

    Fall Rubdown

    Send us a textTopics:Healwell News 0:44State and National News 2:44Massage Envy Settlement 2:49Association News 7:20AMTA, MPPR, and Veteran's Affairs 9:58Upcoming Live and Online events 14:30Healwell's Glossary of the Massage Therapy ProfessionOpening to the Mystery with Cal Cates (21 CEUs for most healthcare)Department of JusticeAMTA's Letter to Veteran's AffairsMTF GrantsIMTRC RegistrationABMP NewsAMTA NewsSupport the showSend us an email: podcast@healwell.orgCheck out our interview-s...

    19 min

  3. 11/20/2024

    Editorial: First-Hand Mental Health Crisis

    Send us a textThis episode contains a discussion about suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or crisis call or text 988 on your phone to reach the suicide hotline or click the lifeline link.Healwell believes it is important to talk about the hard things. In this short episode, with an introduction by Cal Cates, Corey Rivera talks about their recent experience with suicidal ideation; what it is, what it isn't, and how to support yourself or someo...

    9 min

  4. 09/14/2024

    August Rubdown

    Send us a textTopics:Healwell NewsState and National NewsAssociation NewsUpcoming Live and Online eventsHealwell's Glossary of the Massage Therapy ProfessionNPR: Non-Compete Ban Thrown OutThe Massage Therapy Foundation Ergonomics Project Interest SurveyMTF Public-Based Research NetworkMTF Executive Director Departure (After 26 Years!)MTF Practitioner and Student Case Report ContestSupport the showSend us an email: podcast@healwell.orgCheck out our interview-style podcast: InterdisciplinaryYou...

    7 min

  5. 08/21/2024

    A (Brief) Massage Therapist's Guide to AI

    Send us a textAI is everywhere. And it does everything...or does it?In this episode we break down the different types of AI, including generative AI like ChatGPT. We'll explain how each AI type operates uniquely, with a focus on their current roles and limitations. And boy, do they have limitations.Corey provides a clear breakdown of AI, explaining the distinction between weak AI, which performs specific tasks, and the elusive strong AI seen in science fiction. She explores how AI is currentl...

    18 min

  6. 08/02/2024

    July Rubdown

    Send us a textTopics:Healwell NewsState and National NewsMPower Shut DownBaylor Research Article (They like us!)Association NewsUpcoming Live and Online eventsHealwell's Glossary of the Massage Therapy ProfessionABMP News PageAMTA News PageUSOLMT News PageDept of Ed Asynchronous Ban Public CommentABMP Nebraska Call to ActionAMTA List of Resources for MPower StudentsBaylor Article Press ReleaseBaylor Open Access ArticleMTF FundraiserUSOLMT BoardLorimer Moseley TED talk: Why Things HurtBlack Ma...

    13 min

  7. 07/10/2024

    Massage Tools

    Send us a textWhen is a tool a robot?Join your host, Corey Rivera on the meandering development of tools used for massage (but not necessarily massage therapy). We'll talk about:Tools that helpTools that don'tTools that are robotsTools that are fishCathy Ryan, The Fascia Nerd also stops by to explain cellulite! Stay tuned after the outro to hear bonus Cathy.Take a class with Cathy Ryan!You can't break fascia (Threlkeld 1992)National Library of Medicine TENS ArticleTool-Making and Tool-Using i...

    23 min

  8. 07/05/2024

    June Rubdown

    Send us a textTopics:Healwell NewsState and National NewsAMTA Files a Lawsuit Against the Department of EducationAssociation NewsUpcoming Live and Online eventsHealwell's Glossary of the Massage Therapy Profession ABMP News PageAMTA News PageInternational Journal of Therapeutic Massage and BodyworkABMP's Response to Change.org PetitionAMTA and Friends of Veteran's Affairs ResearchMassage Therapy Foundation's Bob King Legacy GrantNCBTMB Strategic PlanUSOLMT BoardLorimer Moseley TED talk: Why T...

    12 min
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Join Healwell in examining and bringing context to the world of massage therapy beyond the table. We have ideas. We have opinions. We want change, and that will only come with an understanding of who and what massage therapy truly is. A variety of topics are up for grabs: history, philosophy, development, and all the other shiny things that fascinate us.Healwell is a non-profit based out of the Washington DC area.  Check us out at www.healwell.org 

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