massør

Massör is a professional who provides massage therapy by manipulating soft tissues to promote relaxation, relieve pain, and improve mobility. Massörs work in a variety of settings, including wellness clinics, hospitals, sports facilities, and private practice. They tailor pressure and techniques to the client’s goals and medical history, and may combine modalities such as Swedish massage, deep tissue work, trigger point therapy, and myofascial release.

Training and certification vary by country. Most programs cover anatomy, physiology, pathology, ethics, hygiene, and client assessment, typically totaling several hundred hours. In many jurisdictions, practitioners must obtain licensure or registration and maintain professional liability insurance. Many massörs join professional associations that require adherence to a code of ethics and ongoing continuing education.

Regulation ranges from formal healthcare licensure in some regions to guidance under broader wellness or complementary therapy regulations elsewhere. Licensing often requires passing a standardized exam in addition to completing a certified program. Prospective clients should verify credentials, understand the practitioner’s scope of practice, and consider facility standards and insurance coverage when seeking treatment.

Origin and terminology: the term massör is the Swedish word for a masseur, reflecting historical and linguistic ties to the broader profession of massage therapy. In other languages and regions, related terms include masseur, masseuse, massage therapist, or massage practitioner.