Official Publication of the
American Massage Therapy Association 
Spring 2001 • Vol. 40, No. 1
 
American Massage Therapy Association®
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26 Ben Benjamin's Corner
This article fully describes urinary tract infections and dysmenorrhea, and considers the usefulness of massage.
By Ben E. Benjamin and Ruth Werner
 
136 Ethically Speaking
Letting your clients know what to expect before and after massage, and what your doing during a session, will help them feel more at ease.
By Dianne Polseno
 
144 Personal Computing
The recent surge of handheld computers, WebTV's and web phones will not replace the versatility of the PC.
By Ried Goldsborough
 
146 A Look Back
Reviewing some tables used by therapists decades ago may give today's practitioners a sense of appreciation for today's high-end tables.
By Patricia J. Benjamin


 

154 Book Reviews
A wide variety of practical, clinical advice is included in this issues offerings.
Compiled by Lisa Mertz
 
176 Love, Massage, & Medicine
When you are making decisions, let your feelings be your guide.
By Bernie Siegel

12 Letter From the Editor
14 Letters to the Editor
22 Kaleidoscope
25 AMTA President's Editorial
36 New Products
160 Directory of COMTA Schools
166 Classifieds
173 Advertiser Directory
  

 

 

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