Ralph Stephens [2008 Inductee - Massage Therapy Hall of Fame!] is an internationally recognized instructor, therapist and author who has been practising massage since 1986. One of a few master instructors in the profession, Ralph clearly presents what you need to know to help people in a way that you can take it home and use it immediately. He is known for making complex anatomical concepts easy to understand and fun to learn.

Ralph has worked with many world class athletes and was Sports Massage Team leader for the 1990 World Disabled Skiing Championships. He has produced 16 training videos, a textbook [Therapeutic Chair Massage (LWW-2006)], and many articles. He presents advanced continuing education seminars in Sports, Medical and Chair Massage, helping people like you help more people. In 1997 he was awarded the AMTA National Meritorious Award for commitment and dedication to the profession.

Relevant articles: 

The Pattern Under the Pain

Painful Awareness

Treating Shin Splints with Medical Massage

Q-L or not Q-L?

Don't Rub Your Eyes - Massage Them

Coming up in the UK...

Advanced Fascial Articulatory Techniques: Cranio-fascial & Sacro-fascial

14/15 January 2012 ~ Aberdeen

19/20 May 2012 ~ Albuquerque, New Mexico

Advanced Fascial Articulatory Techniques: Spino-fascial (2-days)

5/6 May 2012 ~ Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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