
The field of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork is in a constant state of change and growth. As more individuals enter the field, there is also an increase in the amount of Research being conducted by private therapists, professional organizations including the AMTA Research Foundation, the Touch Research Institute, members of the medical and Nursing fields as well as by the National Institute of Health. Privately owned Schools of Massage are decreasing in number as well established premiere Schools are being purchased and integrated into both Health and non Health oriented Corporations. The number of hours needed for initial entry into the profession are increasing and the Scope of practice is expanding as a response to the needs of consumers. Today's consumer is well-informed, pursues a healthy life style and is open to improved health with the use of a variety of approaches. Therefore, you can look to this page for the latest 'happenings' within both the field of Massage and Bodywork as well as the integration, impact and increased use of Complementary Medicine by Western Health Care practitioners. Articles reflecting topics that impact you own your road to wellness and those topics on Natural methods which support your current Medical plan of care will also be announced on this page....topics such as handling Migraines, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or Sinus Congestion...just to name a few. Retail Products reflecting natural methods in treating pain, sinus congestion, improved sleep and simple remedies that can be prepared at home will also be available. The Spirit Within Massage & Hypnosis Center 3366 N. Vineyard Drive La Porte, IN 46350 (219) 326-1380 jldrnc@comcast.net Conveniently located between Michigan City and La Porte, IN just off 400 N / Schultz Road Judy Dean, DSc.,RN, NCTMB, CHt Board Certified Massage Therapist and Hypnotist |

