The American Massage Therapy Association offers massage therapy information and resources for AMTA members, consumers, news media, schools, students, and advertisers. The one place for Professional Credibility, Continuing Education and Information Resources about the massage therapy profession.The American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) is the oldest and largest international organization representing the massage therapy profession.
The American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) is the oldest and largest international organization representing the massage therapy profession. This website is part of its mission to advance the art, science and practice of massage therapy.
Articles here explain how massage therapy works physiologically to soothe tired, aching muscules, correct imbalances, counteract stress, and promote healing. The site includes a basic introduction to massage therapy and its benefits for health and fitness; scientific research on the effects of massage therapy; how sports massage gives athletes the competitive edge; accreditation of massage training programs; and educational and networking opportunities for massage therapists.
A calendar of events, publications, a glossary, and a FAQ are also available. The site tells you how to find a massage therapist and how to become a massage therapist. In short, you\'ll find everything here except the massage itself.
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