In this episode of The ABMP Podcast, Kristin and Darren are joined by David Palmer, commonly referred to as the “father of contemporary chair massage.” David discusses what his “aha” moment was when developing seated massage, where the chair massage routine was born out of, keys to success for practitioners, and what the future of chair massage holds.

David is the founder and executive director of TouchPro International. He is the author of The Bodywork Entrepreneur and Marketing Chair Massage, and developer of the first chair for seated massage. He is often referred to as the “father of contemporary chair massage.” In 2007, David was inducted into the Massage Therapy Hall of Fame. For more information about David, visit Touchpro.com.

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Ep 174 – Chair Massage with David Palmer

The ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork Profession