Some therapists prefer to work with doctors like neurologists, osteopaths, chiropractors, or psychologists. Many therapists work with professional sports teams, in rehabilitation facilities, hospitals, and nursing homes. A therapist can work on people of any age from newborn babies to senior citizens. Massage is beneficial in helping people stay healthy. It helps people recover faster from injuries and illness.
Athletes use massage so they can perform better and have less chance of injuries.
People who have been injured at work or in an auto accident get relief fro pain and heal faster through massage. People who have stressful jobs use massage to calm down and relax. People who have inflammation, arthritis, or carpal tunnel syndrome find some relief in massage. It gives the massage therapist a gratifying feeling to be able to help others by relieving their stress and pain.