Massage Licensing in PA

In October 2008, former Gov. Rendell signed the Amendent that put the PA Massage Therapist Licensing into motion. Near the end of 2010 it was finalized and starting this year the new PA State Board of Massage Therapy made available applications for existing and newly graduate Massage Therapists to finally receive a license.

Because of this advancement in recognition, Massage Therapy now has a specific definition of what massage therapy is considered; following is how it is defined by the Board:

§ 20.41. Scope of practice.
(a) Massage therapists apply a system of structured touch, pressure, movement, holding and treatment of the soft tissue manifestations of the human body in which the primary intent is to enhance the health and well-being of the client. Massage therapy includes:
(1) The external application of water, heat, cold, lubricants and other topical preparations.
(2) Lymphatic techniques.
(3) Myofascial release techniques.
(4) The use of electro-mechanical devices which mimic or enhance the action of the massage techniques.
(b) Massage therapy practice does not include:
(1) The diagnosis or treatment of impairment, illness, disease or disability.
(2) Medical procedures.
(3) Chiropractic manipulation—adjustment.
(4) Physical therapy mobilization—manual therapy.
(5) Therapeutic exercise.
(6) Ordering or prescribing drugs or treatments for which a license to practice medicine, osteopathic medicine, nursing, podiatry, optometry, chiropractic, physical therapy, occupational therapy, or other healing art is required.
(7) The application of high velocity/low amplitude force further defined as thrust techniques directed toward joint surfaces.
(8) The use of equipment or devices that require a prescription (for example, ultrasound, diathermy or electrical neuromuscular stimulation)

 

Winter 2010 Food Drive & Open House Results

Down Town Clarion kicks off the Holiday Celebration every year with local discounts, events, late hours and free parking during Customer Appreciation Day.


This year that day was on Monday, November 22 and Reconnecting participated with a Food Drive and Open House.

Regular and New Customers were welcome to a free chair massage and free paraffin dip for hands if they brought 4 dry goods later to be donated to the local Food Bank.

Our doors opened at noon and we quickly spent the day stacking canned and boxed good under the Christmas tree in the waiting room between visits, massages, and paraffin dips as well as tours and scheduling.

By the end of the night we welcomed several new customers as well as counted 85 goods to be donated.

We had fun participating in this years Appreciation Day by giving back to our community and thank all of those who were able to come for the event and look forward to a repeat next year.

Until then, have a blessed Holiday Season.

Up-Coming Event: Cusomer Appreciation Day 2010!

Monday, November 22 is Customer Appreciation Day and we are participating with a Food Drive and Open House.

Bring several canned goods and receive FREE Chair Massage, FREE Paraffin Dip, FREE refreshments and up to 45% off select retail.

If you've not been to our office, this will be a great day to meet some of our Massage Therapists, receive a quick tour, and even buy gift certificates for that special some one on your Christmas list.

Discounts will be offered to new clients who schedule a future massage before leaving!