Last Sunday, I had the chance to spend another day on the UNLV campus, working alongside the Rebel Football team’s trainers during my internship with the UNLV Athletics Department. Being part of the team that supports these dedicated athletes has helped me understand the unique challenges and rewards of sports massage.

Y'all. I'm super inspired after listening to this podcast about. the vagus nerve and massage (manual) therapy this morning. It's called, The Thinking Practitioner, hosted by Til Luchau and Whitney Lowe

During his session, Dr. Shurtleff explored the details of how manual therapy techniques have the power to transform healthcare practices as we know it. Researchers at NCCIH are examining how manual therapies affect the body at various levels, from cells to nerve pathways. Researchers at NCCIH are examining how manual therapies affect the body at various levels, from cells to nerve pathways.

A pivotal moment occurred in May 2019 when the VHA released formal qualification standards for massage therapists. This allowed trained therapists to be directly hired within the system, presenting more opportunities to provide care for veterans battling chronic pain, trauma, or the physical strains of service.

This thoughtful approach resonates with my vision for bodywork. By adopting evidence-informed medicine principles into my massage practice, I can create more tailored and effective treatment plans which lead to better outcomes.