Why it’s important to choose a
registered massage therapist?
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Massage therapy involves manual techniques such as stroking, applying pressure,
manipulate tissues and so on, and it can be used to reduce stress and promote
relaxation, but at the same time it is a valuable treatment option in alleviating
symptoms associated with serious medical conditions, including cancer, diabetes,
multiple sclerosis, post-op conditions and many more. This means even the slightest
mistake, wrong twist or too much pressure applied can aggravate the condition
and cause more pain.
Imagine for a second the case of an oncological patient that has been through so
much and might still have a long way to go to recovery seeking a minimally
invasive therapy option to help with chemotherapy pain or disease associated
symptoms and having to fall in the unexperienced hands of an individual who
pretends to make them feel well. And this applies to everyone, regardless of how
minor or complex the condition you are looking to alleviate.
Luckily, there are ways a patient can easily spot a ‘fraud’. One would be the oldest
rule from the book that dictates cheaper usually means lower quality. It might seem
like a solution to save some money and also benefit from a massage, but long term
you might be exposing yourself to even greater financial burden and added pain.
Secondly, background research on the therapist you plan on booking. There are
various trusted sources that provide lists of registered massage therapists, forums
that discuss feedback and reviews and the website of the therapists themselves as
usually trained and legitimate practitioners publish their certifications.