ProHealth Receives Multiple 2015 Academics’ Choice Awards
https://dev.prohealthsys.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Blog-yoga-book-1.jpg is pleased to announce that we have been honoured with 10 Academics’ Choice Awards for 2015. The independent Academics’ Choice Awards program and its seal of excellence are recognized worldwide by consumers and educational institutions as a mark of genuinely effective learning tools that stimulate the mind, and provide potential for the student to […]
Joint-Play and Mobilization eBook
“Movement = health and motion is life.” – The Joint Play and Mobilization textbook is now available in eBook format. It contains concise, easily accessible information on topics including joint play and mobilizations, muscle energy and myofascial techniques, and much more. Joint Play and Mobilizations is designed as a quick reference guide for students, instructors […]
A Brief History of Massage Therapy
It seems to be a universally instinctive response that we should rub an area of our body where we are experiencing soreness or fatigue. Prehistoric cave paintings in the Pyrenees dating to BCE c. 15,0001 appear to depict some form of therapeutic touch, but it’s difficult to say exactly when and where massage practices first started to be performed in any kind of methodical way. Ancient literature, artwork and archaeological evidence reveal that massage practices existed in many ancient cultures such as India, China, Egypt, Greece, the Roman Empire, Japan, Thailand and Korea.
Workout Exercise Posters
https://vimeo.com/390090057 Build muscle strength, balance, and transform your body with ‘better faster, stronger longer’ exercises — 16 Doctor Designed 1000+ exercise posters Would you like a more muscular, toned body? Do you want to slow the aging process and improve your quality of life? Do you want more exercise options? Do you lack muscle strength, […]
Keeping Strong: The Importance of Squatting
Today, we’re going to talk about the importance of squatting. Often, in rehabilitation and recovery plans, the focus is on strengthening and recovering function in other muscle groups. The muscles involved in squatting can end up being overlooked. This is problematic, because the muscles involved in squatting are crucial for maintaining and improving basic executive […]
IASTM: An Interview with Dr. Vizniak
In this interview, Dr. Vizniak shares his knowledge and answers some basic and common questions about Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) in a way that can benefit both patients and practitioners. Q: A lot of massage therapists have come to me because they’ve been overusing their hands trying to help other people heal. I […]
Patient Education Pain Series Handbooks
We are pleased to introduce a new series of Patient Education Handbooks, focusing on pain relief for specific body regions, and effective workouts to improve fitness and rehab. These are the ultimate guides to help your patients alleviate pain: Head & Neck Pain (US Store | CA Store) Shoulder Arm Wrist & Hand Pain (US Store | CA Store) Low Back […]
Level up your Practice! Book a Consulting Session with Dr. Nikita Vizniak
Dr. Nikita Vizniak is available for one-on-one consulting! Are you looking for help to prepare for Board Exams? Or a patient consultation with a diagnosis and functional treatment plan? Do you need a CE Seminar for your clinic group, or a top-notch, evidence-informed speaker for your association, AGM, college or university class? If so, Dr. Nik’s got your […]
Paper Learning: Why it is Better
Is the Pen Mightier than the Keyboard? Distractions are the enemy of productivity, especially when trying to study important content that you need to pass tests or perform advanced tasks. Many schools are banning digital devices and returning to traditional pen on paper and textbooks—citing better student learning and social outcomes. There are many advantages […]
The Art of Draping: An Essential Skill for Massage Therapists
In the field of massage therapy, the art of draping is an essential skill to harness. Mindful, efficient massage draping is an important for practicing massage therapy — and for students, preparing for a physical exam that will test your skills. What is draping? Massage therapists use special techniques to cover the body with a […]
