Massage Therapists

What the job involves

• Massaging the soft tissues of the body, such as muscles, tendons and ligaments, to assist healing

• Utilising a range of massage techniques to enhance sports performance and prevent injury

• Administering treatments to promote relaxation, improve circulation and relieve muscle tension

• Assessing and treating specific soft tissue dysfunction and providing rehabilitation advice

• Employing other techniques, such as acupressure or Shiatsu, and complementary aids, such as infra-red lamps, wet compresses, ice, essential oils and herbal and mineral therapies, to assist recovery

• Assessing client's physical condition and case history and advising on stretching exercises and relaxation techniques