Massage Therapist duties and responsibilities
A Massage Therapist is responsible for helping patients recover from injuries or deal with chronic pain. Some of the main duties and responsibilities a Massage Therapist will likely include:
· Knead and massage muscles and soft tissue
· Assess the root cause of pain
· Utilize a wide range of manipulation techniques to reduce pain
· Keep excellent records of patient health and treatment options
· Explain the causes of pain to each patient clearly and properly explain how to complete strengthening exercises at home
· Increase a patient’s range of motion
· Work with or contact other health care providers as needed to ensure the patient receives the best quality care
· Promote relaxation for clients to ensure the maximum benefit of the massage