§ 18.5-1. Definitions.

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The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Certified massage therapist means any person who administers a massage to a client, in exchange for consideration, and who is qualified as a certified massage therapist pursuant to the requirements of Code of Virginia section 54.1-3029.

Client means any person who receives a massage in exchange for consideration.

Massage and massage therapy mean the treatment of soft tissues for therapeutic purposes by the application of massage and body work techniques based on the manipulation or application of pressure to the muscular structure or soft tissues of the human body. The terms "massage" and "massage therapy" do not include the diagnosis or treatment of illness or disease or any service or procedure for which a license to practice medicine, nursing, chiropractic therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, acupuncture or podiatry is required by law.

Massage establishment means a fixed place of business where a certified massage therapist gives a client a massage.

(Ord. No. 2599, 7-11-00)

(Ord. No. 2599, 7-11-00)

                    
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