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Science of Massage Institute
A research and teaching institute dedicated to elevating the massage profession. The website includes a large video library and links to the Journal of Massage Science.
Massage Therapy Foundation
The Massage Therapy Foundation works with the American Massage Therapy Association to advance the massage therapy profession through research and evidence-informed practice.
National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health
NCCIH is the Federal Government’s lead agency for scientific research on the diverse medical and health care systems, practices, and products that are not generally considered part of conventional medicine.
Massage Therapy Info - Powered by ABMP
Lots of general information about massage therapy from the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals organization.

Massage Magazine
Published since 1985, this award-winning magazine features advice from top educators in the field, recent research, and industry news.
Massage Therapy Journal
Latest news, research, and professional development published monthly by the American Massage Therapy Association.
Massage Today
Published by MPA Media, a leading source for natural health information, Massage Today offers research articles and editorial columns monthly.
International Journal of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork
Published by the Massage Therapy Foundation, the IJTMB maintains editorial independence when fulfilling its mandate to provide a forum for research and professional development of therapeutic massage and bodywork.
Journal of Massage Science
Published quarterly by the Science of Massage Institute, this journal features medical massage, sports massage, and cases studies.

American Massage Therapy Association
AMTA is the largest non-profit, professional association serving massage therapists, massage students and massage schools.
Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals
ABMP is the largest national membership association serving massage and bodywork practitioners and students.
Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards
FSMTB is an organization comprised of state regulatory boards and agencies that regulate the massage therapy profession.

Massage Therapists - Occupational Outlook Handbook
Lots of information about the field of massage therapy, including employment and wage statistics and information on how to become one from the US Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics.
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
NCBTMB defines and advances the highest professional standards in massage therapy and bodywork.
NCBTMB Certification Information
Information and guidance on becoming certified by NCBTMB, including links to exam prep materials.
MBLEx Certification Information
Information and guidance on becoming MBLEx certified, including links to exam prep materials.