Welcome to Episode 249 of the Sports Therapy Association podcast. In Part 1 of “Facebook Groups For Massage Therapists: Helpful or Hateful?” (Ep.247), host Matt Phillips was joined by a panel of therapists who gave us honest & frank examples of how when seeking help in a Facebook Support Group for Therapists, they were met with harsh & aggressive replies from more experienced therapists, to the extent that they felt the need to post anonymously, in fear of a cascade of judgement & harm to their business.

In this episode, Part 2, Matt invites a panel of experienced therapists to present the case that there is a real need for a clean-up in our industry, and though it may ruffle some feathers, Facebook Groups can be a breeding ground of misinformation that ultimately is doing harm to not just our industry but also the clients & patients paying for our services.

Listen now to this compelling discussion on the prevalent challenges within massage therapy and soft tissue therapy communities, particularly the misconceptions surrounding evidence-based practices. The panel explores the tensions caused by misinformation and propose solutions for creating more supportive and informed social media groups. Discover strategies to foster empathy, maintain professionalism, and promote continuous learning among therapists, for a healthier and more unified industry. Stay informed and inspired by listening to the full debate on how we can collectively move towards a more understanding & supportive community 

Panel In This Episode

Cecily Hislop

• Sports Massage Therapist at southphoenixmassagetherapy

• Facebook: southphoenixmassagetherapy

Hannah Tabram

• Sports Massage Therapist

• Website: https://hannahtabram.co.uk/ 

• Facebook: HannahTabramSMT

• Instagram: @ hannahtabramsportsmassage 

Stevie Barr

• Owner of Fit Thru Life 

• Website: http://fit-thru-life.co.uk/

• Brand Ambassador at Intelligent Cycling

• Joint Creator of Scottish Therapists Group  

• Instagram: @fit_thru_life

Gary Benson

• Founder of the STA

• Facebook: @STAGary 

A heartfelt thank you to the panels of both Part 1 and Part 2 of this series. We sincerely hope these two episodes generate interest & reflection. If you have any feedback, please feel free to share in the YouTube comments section, or email matt@thesta.co.uk. 



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