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Can you please tell me how massage therapist, spa therapist and masseuse/masseur differ?
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Licensure: Typically the massage therapist, spa therapist or masseuse may be synonyms for the same type of person. Some massage therapists are required to get state licensure to provide this type of service which may distinguish between therapists and masseuse. However typical spa therapists are usually licensed individuals in their respective treatment option.
Answered 9/7/2013
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