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Expert articles, professional insights, industry trends and practical knowledge to support your development, your practice and the wider profession.
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ABOUT MASSAGE WORLD
25 Years as a Voice
of the Industry
Massage World is one of the world’s leading magazines written exclusively for massage professionals and bodywork specialists.
Since launching in 2001, we’ve been committed to raising professional standards, sharing expert knowledge and supporting the global massage community.
Today, with a growing awareness of the role massage therapy plays in health and wellbeing, we’re proud to be a vital part of this positive change.
Launched in 2001
25 years of continuous publication.
Quarterly magazine
Four issues a year, packed with expert content.
Print + app subscribers
Read in print and on mobile devices worldwide.
A trusted industry voice
Respected by massage professionals, educators and organisations around the world.
LATEST ISSUE
Issue 127 – 2026
This issue brings together practice-focused features on clinical reasoning, scar work, movement confidence, neck treatment, professional standards, and the realities of building a sustainable massage career. There’s also a notable human-interest piece on training blind massage practitioners in The Gambia.
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WHAT’S INSIDE THIS ISSUE
We Can’t Diagnose… So, What Are We Actually Doing?
A thoughtful exploration of what massage therapists are and are not doing when they assess clients,…
Scar Massage Matters: A Massage Therapist’s Role in Scar Rehabilitation
This article looks at scar massage across different stages of recovery, outlining the therapist’s role in…
Touch Beyond Sight: Training Blind Massage Practitioners in The Gambia
A human-interest feature on training blind massage practitioners in The Gambia, it highlights the opportunities created…
When Research Becomes Marketing with References Attached
A critical discussion of manual therapy research and evidence use, this piece asks whether studies are…
BUSINESS & PRACTICE
The Business
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Practical advice, ideas and strategies to help you build a successful and sustainable massage practice.
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Insights from experienced practitioners
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
Building a Successful Massage Practice
Key steps to help you attract the right clients, grow your business and create a fulfilling career in massage therapy.
MARKETING
How to Attract More Clients to Your Practice
Effective marketing strategies that really work for massage therapists.
PRICING
Setting Your Massage Prices with Confidence
How to price your services fairly and sustainably.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Creating a Fulfilling Career in Massage
Tips for long-term success and professional growth.
FEATURED ARTICLES
Expert Knowledge
and Inspiration
Discover a handpicked selection of articles from Massage World, covering techniques, anatomy, research, wellbeing and more. Whether you’re a new therapist or an experienced professional, you’ll find practical insights to support your development.
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MASSAGE TECHNIQUES
The Benefits of Myofascial Release
How myofascial release can help reduce pain, improve mobility and support overall wellbeing.
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ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
Understanding the Shoulder Complex
A practical guide to the key structures, common issues and implications for massage therapy.
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HEALTH & WELLBEING
Massage for Stress and Anxiety
Exploring how therapeutic massage can support mental health and emotional wellbeing.
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