Massage Therapist

A Massage Therapist is a therapist who practices massage therapy.

• Context:
  • they can range from being a Massage Therapy Worker to being a Massage Therapy Volunteer.
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• Example(s):
  • a Sports Massage Therapist.
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• Counter-Example(s):
  • a Masseuse/Masseur, of:
    • a Swedish Massage.
    • a Thai Massage.
    • an Ayrvedic Massage.
• See: Massage, Occupational Therapist.

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References

2014

• http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/massage-therapists.htm
  • Massage therapists treat clients by using touch to manipulate the soft-tissue muscles of the body. With their touch, therapists relieve pain, help rehabilitate injuries, improve circulation, relieve stress, increase relaxation, and aid in the general wellness of clients.

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