What sets a Registered Massage Therapist apart from a "masseur"?
In Ontario there are also unregistered individuals who offer 'massage'
or 'bodywork', however it is only the services provided by Registered
Massage Therapists that are recognized as a type of health care and are
covered by many insurance plans. If you have private or workplace
coverage, chances are you may be eligible for reimbursement of fees paid
to a Registered Massage Therapist. Please see our blog post on
Insurance!
Another key factor is safety. Registered Massage Therapists are
trained to recognize when massage may not be safe, or when precautions
need to be taken. We are trained to assess each person and create an
individual plan keeping in mind the person's goals and any limitations
of treatment.
In Ontario is it law that only Registered Massage Therapists can use
the terms "Massage Therapist", "Massage Therapy", "Therapeutic Massage"
and claim health benefits from their treatments. Look for the
designation RMT behind the therapist's name. All RMTs have
identification cards and certificates of registration and are required
to show their registration number on your receipts.
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