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massage therapy

American  
[muh-sahzh ther-uh-pee] / məˈsɑʒ ˈθɛr ə pi /

noun

plural

massage therapies
  1. the practice of using massage to relieve pain and encourage relaxation.


Example Sentences

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Employees sent on house calls, like the 18-year-old beautician, were typically licensed by the state boards of cosmetology or massage therapy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 31, 2025

Chrissy Fernandez, spa and fitness manager at The Mather, says she’s seeing increased demand for massage therapy as well, which also has an add-on cost.

From Barron's • Oct. 26, 2025

Players had their legs in massage therapy boots at 1 a.m. after the semifinal.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2024

Some local councils require premises offering massage therapy to have a business licence, which can be revoked if the firm is deemed unsafe.

From BBC • Jul. 11, 2022

“You’re safe,” said Sasha, another medic who had tough hands and a background in massage therapy.

From New York Times • Jul. 5, 2022