Library: Massage Therapy: Websites

Massage Therapy Organizations

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Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards
"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."
Massage Therapy Foundation
"Advances the knowledge and practice of massage therapy by supporting scientific research, education and community service."
National Association of Myofascial Trigger Point Therapists
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.
Touch Research Institute
"Dedicated to studying the effects of touch therapy."

Massage Therapy Associations

American Massage Therapy Association
"...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."
AMTA Ohio Chapter
The Ohio chapter of the American Massage Therapy Association
Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals
"Serving the massage therapy community through practice support, ethical standards, legislative advocacy, and public education."

Massage Therapy Websites

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Massagetherapy.com
Provides a massage and bodywork glossary, benefits of massage, career information, and more.
National Institute of Health's National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine - Massage Therapy
Provides facts as well as a general overview of massage therapy and suggests sources for additional information.

Massage Therapy Occupation

National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
"An independent, private, nonprofit organization founded in 1992 to establish a certification program that would uphold a national standard of excellence in the field."
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Massage Therapists
Government information on the career of massage therapists including pay, work environment, and job outlook.
Ohio Massage Therapy Examination and License
Testing and licensure information specifically for those in Ohio.
State Medical Board of Ohio: Massage Therapy
Ohio's requirements for licensure

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