201 Ky. Admin. Regs. 42:010

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 6, December 1, 2024

Section 201 KAR 42:010 - Goals for massage therapy sessions

RELATES TO: KRS 309.350(7), 309.355(3)

NECESSITY, FUNCTION, AND CONFORMITY: KRS 309.355(3) requires the board to promulgate administrative regulations setting standards of practice. This administrative regulation establishes the goals of massage therapy and possible means of achieving these goals.

Section 1.

(1) Goals for massage therapy may include:

(a) Maintaining health;

(b) Providing relaxation;

(c) Preserving or increasing functional capacity;

(d) Diminishing soft-tissue pain arising from stress, anxiety, adhesions, and overuses; and

(e) Providing treatment that is professionally appropriate for the client.

(2) In order to reach these objectives, the massage therapist shall:

(a) Provide consultation with a client or a referring professional on soft-tissue issues;

(b) Evaluate clients for the appropriate approaches for each session;

(c) Plan sessions;

(d) Provide direct treatment; and

(e) Provide draping and treatment in a way that ensures the safety, comfort, and privacy of the client.

201 KAR 42:010

32 Ky.R. 1015; 1226; eff. 2-3-2006; 37 Ky.R. Am. 1009; 1695; 1989; eff. 3-4-2011; Crt eff. 2-26-2020; 48 Ky.R. 1241; eff. 7/5/2022.

STATUTORY AUTHORITY: KRS 309.355(3)