How to Do It is Slate’s sex advice column. Have a question? Send it to Stoya and Rich here. It’s anonymous! Dear How to Do It, I have had some unusual experiences with a new massage therapist. I have ...

Massage therapy is a form of manual therapy that involves moving soft tissues in the body to reduce stress, ease muscle tension, and promote relaxation and overall well-being. It is a hands-on ...

During massage therapy, a therapist will manipulate your muscles and other soft tissues to enhance their function, promote relaxation, or both. Massage therapy has been used in China for more than ...

When it comes to relaxation, there are a few things we all associate with that it: spa days, cozying up by the fire, staying in bed until 2 p.m. and, of course, getting a massage. And although massage ...

Defense bias notwithstanding, massage therapy can play an important role in maintaining a certain quality of life while one is coping with a work injury. In the early stages, it can even promote a ...

I have been a massage therapist for 20 years. With few exceptions, every time I tell someone my occupation, I am met with uncomfortable silence. Sometimes the person I am with will make a rude ...

Medication is a common way to prevent and treat migraine headaches, but some research suggests massage therapy may be helpful for some people. That’s especially good news for people who struggle with ...