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Definition of Massage therapist
Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026
Massage therapist: A person who practices therapeutic massage. In many US states, massage therapists can be licensed after completing a specified training program. Licensed therapists may practice independently or in medical settings.