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Massage
Tips for Consumers
What should someone expect
during a massage?
The massage therapist will ask questions
about what prompted you to get a massage.
The massage therapist will want background
information about your physical condition, medical
history, lifestyle, stress levels and any painful
areas.
The massage therapist will ask what
your health goals are and will discuss how massage
may help you achieve those goals.
During a one-on-one massage, you will
be asked to remove clothing to your level of comfort.
Clothing is not removed during “chair” massages.
Consumers also should consider
the following tips to help them find a massage therapist
who is trained and qualified.
Are you licensed to practice massage?
(35 states have passed legislation to regulate massage
therapy)
Are you a member of the American Massage
Therapy Association?
Are you Nationally Certified in Therapeutic
Massage and Bodywork?
Trained massage therapists are happy
to share their credentials with clients. AMTA professional
members have demonstrated a level of skill and knowledge
through education and/or testing and are required
to meet continuing education requirements to retain
membership.
Finding a qualified massage therapist
is easy. Simply log on to AMTA’s Web site at and click
on Find a Massage Therapist, or call toll-free, 1-800-THE-AMTA
(888-843-2682).
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