COVID-19 Resources
On this page:
– Videos
– Protocols
– Filling the Gaps
– Research
– Helpful links
Videos
News Brief Videos (click to view the videos)
There are so many that we’ve put them on a separate page. They evolved from a local support group. Early on there was little information, then later a deluge. These news stories curate the best of the information that has occured over the course of a month.
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Other Videos
The following videos are still relevant. As a profession, let’s up our game with our cleaning / storage protocols.
COVID-19 Series: Cleaning & Disinfection Principles
An introduction to sanitation practices for your massage therapy business.
COVID-19 Series: Massage Therapy Equipment
What type of equipment will you need to practice during the COVID-19 pandemic? What do I need to know about masks? All of that is covered here.
Downloadable Equipment Checklist
Did we forget anything? Please let us know!
Protocols
ABMP Back-to-Practice Protocols (written)
This professional association has put together a set of protocols to get started. It’s a great resource.
Healwell’s Back-to-Practice Guidelines (In Practice) Free Video Course
Here’s how they describe it:
“What will it take to transform a home massage office into a COVID-safe (as possible) space? Join us for a home office and practice transformation”
Filling the Gaps
Is there something missing from the videos / courses that’s needed to better round out your protocols? We’ll add that here as needed.
Coagulation Issues – Go to the Research page for more information…
Research
Research deserves its own page. We’ve only selected articles that will impact your practice.
Go to Research page
Helpful Links
Our motto: The fewer the better. The idea of providing links is to provide you with the best information, not overwhelm you. If we posted it here, it’s important.
Air Purifiers: HEPA-rated air purifiers. https://www.consumerreports.org/air-purifiers/what-to-know-about-air-purifiers-and-coronavirus/
Something else to know? When making your choice, weigh the price and filter replacement costs (how often & pricing).
Disinfectants: EPA-approved, List N disinfectant list https://www.epa.gov/pesticide-registration/list-n-disinfectants-use-against-sars-cov-2
Equipment Checklist: https://www.dropbox.com/s/autxk0do1dhfs9s/Massage%20Therapy%20Equipment%20Checklist.pdf?dl=0
Did we forget anything? Please let us know.
Handwashing Poster Templates: https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/posters.html
Masks:
Best Mask Type: A well-fitted N-95, KN-95, KF-94 or better
Re-Using Masks: This document provides some information on the topic.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/e1cgyrflnpnztbk/N95%20Mask%20Re-use.pdf?dl=0
OSHA Guidelines: Your employer must provide you with a safe workplace. https://www.osha.gov/Publications/OSHA3990.pdf
Disclaimer:
The content here is informational only and is not intended to replace the knowledge of infectious disease experts or be substituted for consulting with such experts. We endeavor to provide information that is accurate and sound, based on the best judgement available to the authors. However, the authors, their affiliated businesses, and LMT Body Politic do not accept liability for any error or omission and are not responsible for any adverse effects or consequences resulting from the use of any of the suggestions or procedures discussed.
Hey I was part of the Zoom call last month and we discussed having waivers on here that we might be able to download. I was wondering if that would be on here some place? Please let me know how I access this.
Sincere thanks for all you do!
Elizabeth Wisdom
We will be posting information soon.