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All living things can benefit from regular ABT treatment. Some benefits include relief of aches and pains, decreased stress levels, and increased relaxation leading to better sleep. Most clients report a marked decrease in symptoms, improved emotional balance, and better overall health, with regular treatment. Smooth flow of Qi (Ki, Ch'i) in the body is viewed as a sign of health — and ABT is an excellent way to help keep your Qi flowing.

ABT may be described as any form of therapeutic bodywork with its theoretical roots in Chinese Medicine Theory. Acupressure, Amma, Chi Nei Tsang, Jin Shin Do^®, Medical Qigong, Nuad bo Rarn (Thai), Shiatsu, and Tuina are a short selection of ABT modalities known as Forms of ABT.

AOBTA^®'s Certified Instructors (AOBTA^®-CI), Registered Instructors (AOBTA^®-RI), Council of Schools and Programs (AOBTA^®-COSP), and Certified Practitioners (AOBT^®-CP) represent the best in the field of ABT.

• Professional networking and support

• Optional, affordable professional liability, life and disability insurance coverage
• Discounts to high-quality continuing education opportunities on international, national, regional and state levels
• Membership directory with web site locator service
• Protection and representation of the interest, rights, and professional standards of Asian Bodywork Therapies
• Voting rights on organizational issues (except for Student Members)
• Regulatory support and action-oriented representation
• Mutual support and networking with other members of the Federation of Therapeutic Massage,
• Bodywork and Somatic Practice Organizations

• AOBTA^® Pulse: Our journal, full of information and articles about ABT, its practice, practitioners and

• the community; published quarterly
• Free listing on the AOBTA web site of workshops taught by members
• Personal and professional growth opportunities by participating in AOBTA committees, task forces, and offices at the state, regional, national and international levels