Massage Therapists
SOC: 31-9011.00 · Job Zone 3 (Medium preparation)
Perform therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints. May assist in the assessment of range of motion and muscle strength, or propose client therapy plans.
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$57,950
per year
Mean Wage
$63,430
per year
Employment
96K
workers
Wage Range
$33,280 - $97,450
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
Task Breakdown
13 tasks analyzed
Massage and knead muscles and soft tissues of the body to provide treatment for medical conditions, injuries, or wellness maintenance.
Confer with clients about their medical histories and problems with stress or pain to determine how massage will be most helpful.
Apply finger and hand pressure to specific points of the body.
Maintain treatment records.
Assess clients' soft tissue condition, joint quality and function, muscle strength, and range of motion.
Treat clients in professional settings or travel to clients' offices and homes.
Provide clients with guidance and information about techniques for postural improvement and stretching, strengthening, relaxation, and rehabilitative exercises.
Develop and propose client treatment plans that specify which types of massage are to be used.
Refer clients to other types of therapists when necessary.
Consult with other health care professionals, such as physiotherapists, chiropractors, physicians, and psychologists, to develop treatment plans for clients.
Perform other adjunctive therapies or treatment techniques in addition to massage.
Prepare and blend oils and apply the blends to clients' skin.
Use complementary aids, such as infrared lamps, wet compresses, ice, and whirlpool baths to promote clients' recovery, relaxation, and well-being.
| Task | Category | AI Capability | Risk Score | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massage and knead muscles and soft tissues of the body to provide treatment for medical conditions, injuries, or wellness maintenance. | - | - | - | |
| Confer with clients about their medical histories and problems with stress or pain to determine how massage will be most helpful. | - | - | - | |
| Apply finger and hand pressure to specific points of the body. | - | - | - | |
| Maintain treatment records. | - | - | - | |
| Assess clients' soft tissue condition, joint quality and function, muscle strength, and range of motion. | - | - | - | |
| Treat clients in professional settings or travel to clients' offices and homes. | - | - | - | |
| Provide clients with guidance and information about techniques for postural improvement and stretching, strengthening, relaxation, and rehabilitative exercises. | - | - | - | |
| Develop and propose client treatment plans that specify which types of massage are to be used. | - | - | - | |
| Refer clients to other types of therapists when necessary. | - | - | - | |
| Consult with other health care professionals, such as physiotherapists, chiropractors, physicians, and psychologists, to develop treatment plans for clients. | - | - | - | |
| Perform other adjunctive therapies or treatment techniques in addition to massage. | - | - | - | |
| Prepare and blend oils and apply the blends to clients' skin. | - | - | - | |
| Use complementary aids, such as infrared lamps, wet compresses, ice, and whirlpool baths to promote clients' recovery, relaxation, and well-being. | - | - | - |
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