You can get a referral from your primary healthcare provider or medical specialist if they have recommended a therapist who has worked well for them. You can also seek out a professional association of massage therapists to find out which therapists are qualified. A good place to start is the internet. Check out massage trade magazines and look for a therapist who practices at a spa. You can also ask the receptionist or the manager to recommend a reputable acupuncturist or chiropractor.
Once you have narrowed down your list, you should start looking for a massage therapist. You should look for one who is licensed and certified in the state where you live. This will ensure that the therapists are trained professionally. The certification of a physiotherapist will be a good indicator of his or her credentials. Additionally, a therapist may have additional certifications such as NMT (neuromuscular therapy) or CMT (certified massage therapist).
The best way to find a reputable massage therapist is to check out his or her website. You can look at real photos of the location. These will give you a good idea of what the therapists are like. Make sure to check out if the therapists themselves run the business. If they are, this means that they offer a free consultation time and don’t take up valuable bodywork time.