Massage Therapists

A typical week, in the words of people in the job

1. 01Use complementary aids, such as infrared lamps, wet compresses, ice, and whirlpool baths to promote clients' recovery, relaxation, and well-being.
2. 02Apply finger and hand pressure to specific points of the body.
3. 03Confer with clients about their medical histories and problems with stress or pain to determine how massage will be most helpful.
4. 04Develop and propose client treatment plans that specify which types of massage are to be used.
5. 05Provide clients with guidance and information about techniques for postural improvement and stretching, strengthening, relaxation, and rehabilitative exercises.
6. 06Maintain treatment records.
7. 07Assess clients' soft tissue condition, joint quality and function, muscle strength, and range of motion.
8. 08Massage and knead muscles and soft tissues of the body to provide treatment for medical conditions, injuries, or wellness maintenance.
9. 09Treat clients in professional settings or travel to clients' offices and homes.
10. 10Maintain massage areas by restocking supplies or sanitizing equipment.
11. 11Prepare and blend oils and apply the blends to clients' skin.
12. 12Perform other adjunctive therapies or treatment techniques in addition to massage.

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