California Currents
February 2022
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The question we will continually ask ourselves is…where are we going? We are going forward together, and we will not be going alone. I believe the saying goes - if you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.
We are going to go far.
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Save the Date!
2022 California Chapter Virtual Educational Conference
April 22-24, 2022
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Content this year will feature Women Educators in Massage.
More information and registration will be announced soon.
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AMTA-CA Chapter wants YOU to be part of the team!
Open Positions are for 2-year terms (2022-2024), click the links for descriptions:
How Do I Apply? Where Can I Find More Information?
For more information and to apply, please click below to download and complete the candidate application with a current photo to your Chapter’s Online Elections Coordinator at info@amta-ca.org.
Applications must be received by Sunday, April 3, 2022
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AMTA-CA Chapter is looking for volunteers across the state.
As we ramp up into 2022, AMTA-CA is looking to provide more membership and community-building programs to our members. We will have many flexible opportunities for you to volunteer your time and expertise such as event staff for training sessions, remote volunteers for a scholarship committee, and various other committee chair positions. If you are interested in volunteering, please click the link below to submit your information.
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Review: Clinical Approach to Headaches, Oleg Bouimer |
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November 6, 2021 - Santa Ana
This was our first face-to-face workshop since Covid put our world on hold. Oleg of Russian Sports Massage took us through the different kinds of headaches and the clinical approaches to help bring relief. It was a good day of coming together and learning once again.
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Review: Introduction to Dermoneuromodulation, Julie Porter |
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November 14, 2021 - San Jose
Julie Porter of the Institute of Manual Neuroscience had a full workshop in San Jose. Learning this technique and approach to working with clients and recovery from injuries made the day very valuable. This workshop will be repeated twice for Southern California at the Pacific College of Health Sciences in San Diego. We expect this training to take place at the end of March, watch for registration information soon.
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Review: 25th Annual National Massage Therapy Awareness Week® |
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October 24-30, 2021
During AMTA’s National Massage Therapy Awareness Week®, we reached millions of consumers with the latest data on the massage therapy profession. Explore how massage is evolving and better understand your clients’ preferences in our newly published 2021 Industry Fact Sheet. As well as using additional resources like our extensive Free CE library with NCBTMB-Approved Courses designed by massage therapists for massage therapists. As the profession continues to evolve, find out how you can separate myth from fact while helping your clients navigate the Benefits of Massage Therapy.
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Upcoming Regional Workshops |
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The Role of the SI Joint in Low Back Pain by Cynthia Ribiero
Northern California - Emeryville
Sunday, February 27, 9am-6pm
8CEs
The SI Joint has long been the subject of many studies and debate in the medical field. A very stable joint and the base of the spine, the SI joint is a crucial component to low back pain. In this workshop, we will discuss the importance of not only the joint itself but the many strong structures surrounding the joint that lends to its stability.
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Ampuku Psoas Release™ Training by Teri Rogers
Southern California - Ontario
Sunday, February 27, 9am-6pm
8CEs
Ampuku Psoas Release™ deals with the abdomen (Hara) as the control center of movement, posture, and energy for the whole body. This original technique works well with sports injuries, fragile clients, seniors, children, and pregnancy without risk of further injury to the client.
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Please Note: Volunteers and attendees will be required to adhere to the most current CDC recommendations as well as state, local, and venue requirements in effect at the time of the event.
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Navigating Change - This past year has created personal and professional changes for many massage therapists. Empower yourself with new strategies for navigating these transitions while learning how to recognize the benefits of change. Continue Reading...
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Neck pain is a leading cause of disability that affects workers all over the world and results in high economic costs to individuals, businesses, and governments due to absenteeism and productivity losses. Psychosocial factors play a role in its development and resolution, making the clinical management of neck pain challenging. Click the links below for additional online educational resources:
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From the Massage Therapy Foundation
Massage programs are on the rise as care providers seek non-pharmacological modalities for pain and stress relief. Learn more about how these programs work by exploring the resources below.
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Prepping for taxes? Great resources can be found in our archived California Currents, March 2021. Here is your link to review:
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AMTA 2022 National Convention – SAVE THE DATE!! |
We look forward to bringing everyone together for the AMTA 2022 National Convention in Cleveland, Ohio August 25-27, 2022 to celebrate our amazing community of massage therapists. Please check back in the spring for details on registration, keynote speakers, continuing education sessions, travel information, and more.
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Do you have an opinion about our newsletter? An article within it? Is there a topic you would like for us to cover? Please let us know at editor@amta-ca.org. We hope to make this a newsletter to connect you to your massage community, to meet your needs, to keep you informed, and to bring some inspiration. Let us know how we are doing.
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