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Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards: All Talk and No Action?

I hear through the grapevine that the Nevada State Board of Massage Therapists has voted to terminate their agency's membership in the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards. Why the big thumbs down? The main reason was a failure to deliver on the many promises FSMTB has made to its Member Boards.It’s been several years since I was a delegate to the FSMTB annual meeting, so I went to the website to see what’s happening. The page entitled “Member Services” is “under construction.” That could…See More
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Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards: All Talk and No Action?

I hear through the grapevine that the Nevada State Board of Massage Therapists has voted to terminate their agency's membership in the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards. Why the big thumbs down? The main reason was a failure to deliver on the many promises FSMTB has made to its Member Boards.It’s been several years since I was a delegate to the FSMTB annual meeting, so I went to the website to see what’s happening. The page entitled “Member Services” is “under construction.” That could…See More
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Report from the International Massage Therapy Research Conference

This past week I was blessed to attend the International Massage Therapy Research Conference for the first time. This event is only held every three years and it was my first time attending. It was held at the Seaport in Boston, a beautiful hotel right on the…See More
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Report from the International Massage Therapy Research Conference

This past week I was blessed to attend the International Massage Therapy Research Conference for the first time. This event is only held every three years and it was my first time attending. It was held at the Seaport in Boston, a beautiful hotel right on the…See More
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Laura Allen replied to Pamela Kelly's discussion How to get started accepting Insurance in your practice
"There is no such thing anywhere in the US as a "medical massage license." "
Apr 16
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NCBTMB Call for Comments: 911 for CE Providers

The NCBTMB has decided to call for comments on their latest revisions for the CE/Approved Provider program–something they should have done before they ever unrolled the plan to start with–and I can virtually guarantee they aren’t going to like the responses they receive. I have been cc’d on numerous…See More
Mar 28
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NCBTMB Call for Comments: 911 for CE Providers

The NCBTMB has decided to call for comments on their latest revisions for the CE/Approved Provider program–something they should have done before they ever unrolled the plan to start with–and I can virtually guarantee they aren’t going to like the responses they receive. I have been cc’d on numerous…See More
Mar 28
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MOCC-ERY Redux

I have received the following from the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards. I personally think they are far off the mark on what they intend to do with continuing education, and with their refusal to consider any joint effort with the NCBTMB to organize and streamline the approval process for the good of all concerned. This is their MOCC-ERY plan redux, and it’s giving me a bad case of acid reflux. The first…See More
Feb 28
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MOCC-ERY Redux

I have received the following from the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards. I personally think they are far off the mark on what they intend to do with continuing education, and with their refusal to consider any joint effort with the NCBTMB to organize and streamline the approval process for the good of all concerned. This is their MOCC-ERY plan redux, and it’s giving me a bad case of acid reflux. The first…See More
Feb 28
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Chris Reynolds left a comment for Laura Allen
"Thanks Laura. I have read your blogs. Love them!"
Feb 25
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Blowin' in the Wind

Whether you prefer the Bob Dylan original version, or the popular treatment by Peter, Paul & Mary, we have our own version of Blowin’ in the Wind being sung by the leaders of FSMTB and NCBTMB.My last blog (February 11) focused on problems with regulation of continuing education in the massage profession, and put the spotlight on a comprehensive white paper written by Rick Rosen that offers a innovative solution to a very confusing situation. There’s been a lot of activity around this issue,…See More
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"Should say I am here to post my blogs, but not much otherwise."
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"Greetings, Chris. I am not here very often, but you're welcome to follow me on FB https://www.facebook.com/pages/LauraAllenMT/260205510669546?ref=ts&fref=ts"
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Blowin' in the Wind

Whether you prefer the Bob Dylan original version, or the popular treatment by Peter, Paul & Mary, we have our own version of Blowin’ in the Wind being sung by the leaders of FSMTB and NCBTMB.My last blog (February 11) focused on problems with regulation of continuing education in the massage profession, and put the spotlight on a comprehensive white paper written by Rick Rosen that offers a innovative solution to a very confusing situation. There’s been a lot of activity around this issue,…See More
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Mary Turner commented on Laura Allen's blog post An Alternative to CE Regulation (in the nick of time)
"www.nirvanamassagecenational.com can help. As an online approved provider, we offer discounted online continuing education courses nationally. If you don't want or need CEUs, feel free to sign up for future promotional offerings. Thanks and…"
Feb 19
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An Alternative to CE Regulation (in the nick of time)

As I’ve written about on this blog, the NCBTMB has been trying to roll out an “upgraded” scheme to regulate the entire world of continuing education. After all, their stated mission is “To define and advance the highest standards in the massage and bodywork profession.” (Doesn’t that give them free rein to tell the rest of us what to do?) Apparently, NCB wasn’t satisfied with just approving CE providers – now they want to…See More
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What is your website?
www.LauraAllenMT.com
In what year did you enter the profession?
1999

About Me

I'm a licensed and nationally certified massage therapist, and the owner of THERA-SSAGE, an alternative wellness clinic in Rutherfordton, NC. Many modalities of massage and bodywork are practiced by a variety of practitioners in my facility, as well as chiropractic, acupuncture, Traditional Oriental Medicine, nutritional counseling, and biologically safe aesthetics. I believe in a wellness-based approach to health care, and am blessed to have a wonderful staff of people supporting me.

I am a contributor to Massage & Bodywork Magazine, Massage Today, Massage Magazine, Massage News, and anywhere else that will let me share a word or two. I'm the author of One Year to a Successful Massage Therapy Practice (LWW, 2008), the Plain & Simple Guide to Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork Examinations (LWW, 2nd ed, 2009), and A Massage Therapist's Guide to Business,, (LWW, 2011).

 

I've also written a noveland a cookbook.

I have just completed a five-year term on the North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy, and am a former North Carolina delegate to the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards. I'm a founding member of the Alliance for Massage Therapy Education and a member of COMTA's school reviewer team.

I belong to both ABMP and AMTA, and believe that massage therapists everywhere form a family of hands, and look forward to connecting with you all here!

Laura Allen's Blog

Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards: All Talk and No Action?

I hear through the grapevine that the Nevada State Board of Massage Therapists has voted to terminate their agency's membership in the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards. Why the big thumbs down? The main reason was a failure to deliver on the many promises FSMTB has made to its Member Boards.

It’s been several years since I was a delegate to the FSMTB annual meeting, so I went to the website to see what’s happening. The page entitled “Member Services” is “under construction.”…

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Posted on May 20, 2013 at 3:43am

Report from the International Massage Therapy Research Conference

This past week I was blessed to attend the International Massage Therapy Research Conference for the first time. This event is only held every three years and it was my first time attending. It was held at the Seaport in Boston, a beautiful hotel right on the…

Continue

Posted on April 29, 2013 at 4:10am

NCBTMB Call for Comments: 911 for CE Providers

The NCBTMB has decided to call for comments on their latest revisions for the CE/Approved Provider program–something they should have done before they ever unrolled the plan to start with–and I can virtually guarantee they aren’t going to like the responses they receive. I have…

Continue

Posted on March 28, 2013 at 9:09am

MOCC-ERY Redux

I have received the following from the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards. I personally think they are far off the mark on what they intend to do with continuing education, and with their refusal to consider any joint effort with the NCBTMB to organize and streamline the approval process for the good of all concerned. This is their MOCC-ERY plan redux, and it’s giving me a bad case of acid reflux. The…

Continue

Posted on February 28, 2013 at 11:59am

Blowin' in the Wind

Whether you prefer the Bob Dylan original version, or the popular treatment by Peter, Paul & Mary, we have our own version of Blowin’ in the Wind being sung by the leaders of FSMTB and NCBTMB.

My last blog (February 11) focused on problems with regulation of continuing education in the massage profession, and put the spotlight on a comprehensive white paper written by Rick Rosen that offers a innovative solution to a very confusing situation. There’s been a lot of…

Continue

Posted on February 24, 2013 at 8:45am

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At 1:11pm on February 25, 2013, Chris Reynolds said…

Thanks Laura. I have read your blogs. Love them!

At 11:00pm on February 3, 2011, Phyllis Baker said…

Hi Laura,

I saw your recommendation for this site on FB. Looks like this has a little bit of everything. I signed up yesterday. Found out today after some invitations that the site comes complete with friends.

Thanks for passing on info about this.

 

Phyllis (a FB friend).

At 1:12pm on July 22, 2010, Teresa Parrish said…
Thanks for answering my question Laura. I appreciate all you do for our profession. Teresa
At 12:11pm on June 24, 2010, Teresa Parrish said…
I am a GA licensed MT looking for a 12 hour hands-on CE class. Since you are on the NC board, do you know if I take a class in NC it will apply for my GA license renewal? I am having a hard time finding an appropriate class (translation one I want to take not just one to fulfill the requirement) searching the web is like a needle in a haystack and what is listed in my area on the ABMP schedule is not right for me. So, in addition to the question about taking a class in NC can you recommend any CE classes to me out of Asheville? I appreciate your time. Respectfully, Teresa
At 12:43pm on December 20, 2009, Rick Grande said…
It's great to see your total commitment to this field! I hope to find the time to see more of how commited you are, ie: all that you are involved in
At 6:29pm on December 16, 2009, I. Paul Dunsdon said…
At 10:37am on November 30, 2009, Tene' said…
Hi Laura! I have been reading some of the comments that you have been posting. Thanks! They have been really helpful to me. Have a blessed day!
At 6:45am on November 28, 2009, susan brown said…
to get into medicare we need as many therapists as we can get to write beneficial stories of massage therapy to the national decision website and it takes about nine month for their decision. if your interested i can give you the website and maybe we and other therapists can work together to try to pass this national decision.
At 9:42am on November 27, 2009, susan brown said…
Hi Laura,
thanks for being a friend. now tell me what type of facility your is. i really think its great that you have a chiro on staff. i used to work for a chiro but you know how that is they bill and pay you by the massage but not that great the one i worked for anyway. are you able to bill any insurance companies for massage or medicare if so let me know which ones so i can become a provider. so far i am a provider for aetna and i also bill auto insurance. talk to you soon, thank for the info
 
 
 

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