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FAQ's - NEW MEMBERS PLEASE READ THIS SECTION FIRST!
Information on everything from posting to past topics that have been repeated multiple times.
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Introductions and Birthdays
Introduce yourself; tell us your birthday; become a part of our community!
Moderator: GreenDragonfly

BWO Members' Map
Please take a moment to add yourself to our map. We'd love to see where you are at!
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Off the Table Topics
Meet and greet, discuss non-bodywork topics, and make new friends in the world of bodywork. A place to "let your hair down"!
Moderator: maestra

Massage Events & Meet Ups
Post impromptu and not-so-impromptu events / meetings / gatherings / dinners, etc.
Moderator: JLWmassage

News & Troubleshooting
Read about the latest happenings of our site. Also the place for board members to let admin know of account problems, posting problems, troll posts, etc. Please include a link to the post and/or a description of the problem.
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Clients Talk About Massage
BWOL is a board group for professional practitioners. This section is the ONLY PLACE allocated for clients to post and ask questions about massage and related items. -- INAPPROPRIATE POSTS WILL BE DELETED & TROLLS WILL BE BANNED FROM THE FORUM.
Moderators: GreenDragonfly, Talenyn

Massage & Holistic Therapies (Techniques, Modalities, etc.)
Discussion of massage and bodywork techniques, along with holistic therapies, both generic and modality specific. A broad spectrum of discussion!
Moderators: stonegirl, riversinger

Injury - Illness - Pathology - Procedure
A forum focusing on discussion of injuries, illnesses, pathologies and procedures in alleviating, relieving and/or referring.
Moderators: GreenDragonfly, Talenyn

Chair and Corporate Massage
Chair massage is everywhere! Come discuss the latest trends, new opportunities, and your best techniques in the exciting field of Chair and Corporate Massage.
Moderators: Pete, MarionFM

Energy Work Forum
Reiki practioners and other energy workers, here's your chance to discuss all matters relating to your modality. Instant Karma and Chakra balancing to be found within!
Moderators: Talenyn, riversinger

Student Forum
A place for students to post their questions and concerns.
Moderator: squash_blsm

Animal Therapies
A special forum for those who provide massage/bodywork and related therapies to animals. Discussion, links, techniques, marketing, ability & agility issues.
Moderator: stonegirl

Massage - The Male Practitioner's Perspective
Discussion area for male practitioners on issues and topics related to their practice.
Moderators: Pete, JasonE

Tools of the Trade
We have grown with the industry and found we need a forum just for products on the market, places to find them and discussions regarding these items. Please be aware that discussing products or companies should be done with respect and an offer of positive knowledge for all board members.
Moderators: Pete, JasonE

Research
Research in the field of massage therapy, including current and planned research projects and proposals. “If we knew what it was we were doing, it would not be called research, would it?” ~Albert Einstein
Moderator: jdcan

Business Issues & Marketing Discussion
Help each other prosper! Share ideas, concerns and frustrations of developing your business. Share those creative marketing ideas that work! (SOAP charting, rate increases, outcalls, taxes, etc.)
Moderators: Talenyn, JLWmassage

Business/Practice Ethics, Conduct Issues & Questionable Dilemmas
A discussion board for matters relating to appropriate business and practice ethics, matters regarding conduct of clients and practitioners as well as a place to discuss dilemmas that cross our paths.
Moderators: riversinger, jdcan

Insurance
Client related discussion, Q&A, how-to's, HCFA's, billing, reimbursement and more!
Moderator: Pete

Professional Marketing Materials
Links, cover letters, brochure information, articles and other items which can be put to use in practice and when approaching others in the health care fields.
Moderators: JLWmassage, Pete

Website Ideas, Software & Technical Information
An artistic area and computer technology section all rolled into one. Here to help bring you into the computer information age and provide inspiration for your website.
Moderators: Talenyn, stonegirl

Spa Techniques
Discussion of treatments including, but not limited to: muds, masks, parafango, waxing, hydrotherapy, facials, thallasotherapy, dermabrasion, etc. Popular topics will be given their own forum upon request.
Moderators: GreenDragonfly, squash_blsm

Aromatherapy
By request! This section is for discussion pertaining to the usage of aromatherapy.
Moderator: moogie

Reflexology Techniques and Other Thoughts
Discussion of reflexology techniques, both generic and modality specific.
Moderator: Dragonflies

Reflexology Business, Marketing, Products & Ethics
Reflexology practitioners discuss business and marketing issues directly related to your specialized field. Products and Ethics may also be discussed - with expansion of these forums available upon request, as they grow.
Moderator: Dragonflies

Reflexology Education/Legislation
Topics may include, but not limited to: schools, CEU's, legislation and politics.
Moderator: Dragonflies

MFR Techniques
Discussion of Myofascial Release techniques, both generic and modality specific.
Moderators: MarionFM, WaltFritz

MFR Business, Marketing, Products and Ethics
MFR practitioners discuss business and marketing issues directly related to your specialized field. Products and Ethics may also be discussed - with expansion of these forums available upon request, as they grow.

Moderators: MarionFM, WaltFritz

MFR Education and Legislation
Topics may include, but not limited to: schools, CEU's, legislation and politics with regards to MFR.

Moderators: MarionFM, WaltFritz

School & Curriculum Discussion
Interested in a particular curriculum or just want to find more information about a certain institution. Looking for colleagues from your alma mater? Gather 'round, we've got a place for you.
Moderator: stonegirl

CEU's
Discussion of topics relating to Continuing Education.
Moderator: moogie

National Certification
Discussion of topics relating to National Certification, the NCBTMB (Board) and the NCETMB (Examination).
Moderators: stonegirl, JaeMarie

County, State & Country Requirements, Legislation and Politics
A board covering matters of regulation and requirements as well as discussion regarding the bodywork and related professions. Wow! Now that's a lot of discussion!
Moderators: Talenyn, JLWmassage

Resources
List info on names and links to Online Study Aids, Articles, Books & Videos. Insurance info for Professional Practice (disability, liability, health). Association Info.
Moderator: GreenDragonfly

Nutrition and Natural Living
Get healthy! "Green" Living and Nutrition discussions here.
Moderator: riversinger

Self Care and Body Mechanics
Discussion of preventative and ongoing maintenance for Professional Bodyworkers.
Moderators: riversinger, JasonE

Employers seeking Practitioners
Looking for qualified Bodyworkers for your Spa, Bodywork or Reflexology practice? Post a message with your employment opportunity. Please title message with relevant state or city.
Moderator: squash_blsm

Practitioners seeking Opportunities
Looking to keep your hands busy? Post a message along with your location and skills! Please enter target city and state at the beginning of your message.
Moderator: squash_blsm

For Rent!
List things you wish to rent: space, tables, chairs, etc.
Moderator: squash_blsm

In Search Of & Want to Buy
Use this forum to list what you are looking for. If an "item", please post when you have found it.
Moderators: JaeMarie, riversinger

For Sale or Trade
Use this forum for selling or trading massage/bodywork related items. Please identify the product in the subject line. Please also post when the item is sold or no longer available.
Moderator: riversinger

Referrals Needed
A forum dedicated to practitioners seeking other practitioner referrals for clients. This forum is especially beneficial when a client is moving.
Moderator: maestra

Therapeutic Trades
Want to trade massage, bodywork and reflexology with other practitioners? A great way to sample other work, receive bodywork while traveling or just take care of yourself. Your clients aren't the only ones who need it! Please list city and state in subject line.
Moderators: GreenDragonfly, moogie