

The Top 5 Bodywork Techniques I Keep Coming Back To
A year-end breakdown of the five hands-on techniques that have shaped my practice the most—why they work, when they shine, and how they keep helping clients feel better.


Rethinking the Deep Tissue Massage Myth
The Price of Deep Tissue | The Rebel MT Podcast This month marks my 25th anniversary of being a massage therapist. And in my 25 years, I have developed some opinions about definitions. In this episode of The Rebel MT, Allison breaks down the cost of deep tissue therapy, calling out who is paying the price, and analyzing how we need to rethink things—not just for our clients, but for the sake of a long and awesome career. Unpacking the Deep Tissue Massage Myth Here’s the liter


Deconstructing Adhesions - Treating Adhesions in Massage Therapy
A fascia-focused look at treating adhesions in massage therapy—why they form, why they’re misunderstood, and how mindset shapes technique.


Pectoralis Major Massage - How to Work On Anyone
The Pectoralis Major is a strong, complex muscle that spans much of the chest and plays a major role in shoulder movement. But it’s not always easy to access—especially when breast tissue is involved. In this column by Allison Denney in the fall 2025 issue of Massage & Bodywork Magazine, you'll earn techniques and explore bodywork for the pectoralis major.


The Anatomy of the Iris & Eye Muscles
Explore iris anatomy, eye muscles, and how stress affects vision with Allison Denney in this podcast episode of the Rebel MT.


Massage Therapists & Body Mechanics: What You Should Know About Technique, Movement & Longevity
Discover what truly matters in body in this podcast episode of the Rebel MT. Join Allison Denney as she discusses body mechanics for massage therapists and what truly matters.


Piriformis and TFL Massage: How Sitting Shapes Your Hips
If you spend most of your day sitting, your hips are working overtime — and not always in a good way. In this episode of the Rebel...


What The Stretch: Pandiculation and Stretching
Learn about three stretch types—static, dynamic & PNF—and about pandiculation, that delightful dawn “yawn-stretch” that wakes everything up without breaking anything down.


Understanding Joint Mobility in Massage Therapy
The Mobility Matrix: A Rebel Massage Podcast What even is joint mobility? I am so glad you asked! Joint mobility isn’t just about movement—it’s about access. As massage therapists, we’re constantly asking: what’s tight, what’s restricted, and what’s compensating? In this episode, Allison Denney invites you into the matrix to decode what joint mobility in massage therapy really means—from the scapula’s subtle shifts to the hip’s hidden rotations. Join Allison Denney on this ep


Decoding Misinformation in the Digital Age - a conversation with Kristin Coverly and Darren Buford
In this episode of The ABMP Podcast , Darren and Kristin are joined by Allison Denney to discuss the challenges of navigating today’s...

























