Which statement regarding massage therapy is incorrect ? Massage therapy is a therapeutic practice certified through the
Question:
Which statement regarding massage therapy is incorrect?
Massage therapy is a therapeutic practice certified through the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA).
Massage therapy consists of many modalities including Swedish massage,Thai massage, shiatsu, Rolfing, and others.
Asian bodywork styles such as shiatsu and Tahi massage are certifed through The American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia (AOBTA), and certification requires a 3 month program with 200 hours of classroom instruction in an approved school and 2 years of professional experience.
A person doesn't need to be touched to experience the effects of muscle relaxation as there are other "touch" therapies including pet therapy, hydrotherapy, stone therapy, aromatherapy, and energy healing.