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What exactly is Massage Therapy?
Massage Therapy is the treatment and practice of
manipulation to the soft body tissue. Massage
Therapy is used to improve circulation, remove
waste products from the muscles and to treat
painful ailments. It is also used to
rehabilitate sports injuries, reduce stress and
promote general health. A career in Massage
Therapy can be very rewarding. Massage
therapists help others recover from injuries,
overcome chronic pain, reduce stress and feel
better in general.
There are over 80 types of
massage therapy available, some of the more
popular ones include:
- Acupressure
- Aromatherapy Massage
- Hot Stone Massage
- Infant Massage
- Medical or Clinical Massage
- Prenatal/Pregnancy Massage
- Reflexology
- Scalp Massage
- Shiatsu
- Sports Massage
- Swedish Massage
- Thai Massage
Qualifications & Education:
Massage Therapy certification is mandatory in 38
states and in the District of Columbia. 32 of
those states recognize the National
Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and
Bodywork (NCBTMB) examinations. To become
certified you must successfully complete an
accredited training course and demonstrate your
skills. You must also submit 200 hours of hands
on experience and take the written ethics exam.
Salary & Job Prospects:
Massage Therapy is a flexible career choice with
many therapists choosing to work part time and
from their own homes. Massage therapists can
earn anything from $35,000 to $65,000 depending
on experience, qualifications and location.
As the demand for massage therapists is growing,
the career prospects are excellent. This is
partly due to the public’s use of massage as
part of their healthcare/ relaxation routine.
Massage Therapy is also recommended by medical
professionals to combat stress along with a
number of other ailments.
Find an Allied Health School:
Use the red search box above, to find Allied
Health schools and colleges in your area that
offer Massage Therapist programs.
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