What is a Massage Therapist, and is a masseur the same thing?
A. A few years ago people who practiced massage were known as masseuses or masseurs. However, that name nowadays is typecast for people who do other things beside therapeutic massage. A massage therapist must have completed a set number of hours of certified training in their modality of bodywork, anatomy and physiology courses, as well as the indications and contraindications for massage. In Australia, a therapist must complete a certified program and complete a certain number of hours of practical work.
