How Can I Find A Practitioner?
Certified massage therapists complete a training program of 500 or more hours, take national board exams, and are licensed or registered in many states. To find a massage therapist in your area, visit the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) web site at www.amtamassage.org.
Although the AMTA has a listing of massage therapists who specialize in a variety of techniques, you may also use different resources to locate practitioners who specialize in the following techniques:
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Lymphatic massage: Massage therapists and physical therapists with at least 500 hours of massage or physical-therapy training can become certified in lymphatic massage by taking a 4-week training program. To find a therapist who practices lymphatic massage, visit the web stie of the North American Vodder Association of Lymphedema Therapists (NAVALT), at www.navalt.org.
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Reflexology: The American Reflexology Certification Board (ARCB) certifies reflexologists who undergo 100 hours of training and pass an exam. To find a qualified reflexologist, visit the ARCB web site, at www.arcb.net.
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Rolfing: Visit the Rolf Institute of Structural Integration web site, at www.rolf.org.
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Shiatsu: Visit the American Oriental Bodywork Therapy Association web site, at www.aobta.org.
