Massage Therapy: Websites

"The mission of the Federation is to support its Member Boards in their work to ensure that the practice of massage therapy is provided to the public in a safe and effective manner."

"Advances the knowledge and practice of massage therapy by supporting scientific research, education and community service."

The NAMTPT is a professional organization dedicated increasing the public awareness of and access to myofascial pain treatment. We strive to serve the professionals who recognize and treat myofascial trigger points by offering member resources and continuing education.

"Dedicated to studying the effects of touch therapy."

"...professional association serving massage therapists, massage students and massage schools...We promote massage to the public, the health care community and other important groups. We...actively support research...we provide a wealth of local and national networking and continuing education opportunities."

The Ohio chapter of the American Massage Therapy Association

"Serving the massage therapy community through practice support, ethical standards, legislative advocacy, and public education."

Provides a massage and bodywork glossary, benefits of massage, career information, and more.

Provides facts as well as a general overview of massage therapy and suggests sources for additional information.

"An independent, private, nonprofit organization founded in 1992 to establish a certification program that would uphold a national standard of excellence in the field."

Government information on the career of massage therapists including pay, work environment, and job outlook.

Testing and licensure information specifically for those in Ohio.

Ohio's requirements for licensure