Who Receives Massage in America?

Baylor University published a study on massage therapy use and found that over 30 million adults visit a massage therapist at least once a year. More people utilize massage therapy to restore health than to control pain. Most people recieving massage are female, socioeconomically advantaged, in excellent health and are seeking massage as part of a "wellness-seeking lifestyle." These massage clients are also using acupuncture, naturopathy, yoga and mindfulness practices.

Levin, J., & Bradshaw, M. (2024). Prevalence and determinants of massage therapy use in the US: Findings from the 2022 National Health Interview Survey. Explore, 20(6), 103015. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1550830724000958

https://medicalhumanities.artsandsciences.baylor.edu/sites/g/files/ecbvkj751/files/2024-06/2024%20EJSH%20%28Prevalence%20%20Determinants%20of%20Massage%20Therapy%20Use%29.pdf