Massage Therapists

The work

Core tasks

1. 01Confer with clients about their medical histories and problems with stress or pain to determine how massage will be most helpful.
2. 02Massage and knead muscles and soft tissues of the body to provide treatment for medical conditions, injuries, or wellness maintenance.
3. 03Maintain massage areas by restocking supplies or sanitizing equipment.
4. 04Apply finger and hand pressure to specific points of the body.
5. 05Develop and propose client treatment plans that specify which types of massage are to be used.
6. 06Maintain treatment records.
7. 07Assess clients' soft tissue condition, joint quality and function, muscle strength, and range of motion.
8. 08Provide clients with guidance and information about techniques for postural improvement and stretching, strengthening, relaxation, and rehabilitative exercises.
9. 09Treat clients in professional settings or travel to clients' offices and homes.
10. 10Refer clients to other types of therapists when necessary.
11. 11Prepare and blend oils and apply the blends to clients' skin.
12. 12Consult with other health care professionals, such as physiotherapists, chiropractors, physicians, and psychologists, to develop treatment plans for clients.

Capabilities

Essential skills

Employment outlook

Where the role is heading