152C.5A Massage therapy modalities study.
The Iowa department of public health, with input from the board, shall conduct a study regarding the modalities associated with the practice of massage therapy. The study shall be conducted with the input of licensed massage therapists, reflexologists, and unlicensed persons practicing modalities related to massage therapy. The objective of the study shall be to determine which modalities shall be included under the definition of massage therapy and require licensure, and shall include, but not be limited to, a recommendation regarding the licensure of reflexologists. The study shall focus on the health, safety, and welfare of the public regarding each of the modalities reviewed. The department shall submit a report summarizing the results of the study and making recommendations regarding modality inclusion to the general assembly by January 15, 2004.
2003 Acts, ch 70, §1
Referred to in §152C.7A
Structure Iowa Code
Chapter 152C - MASSAGE THERAPY
Section 152C.2 - Massage therapy advisory board created — duties.
Section 152C.3 - Requirements for licensure.
Section 152C.5 - Practice or use of title — license required.
Section 152C.5A - Massage therapy modalities study.
Section 152C.5B - License and government-issued identification — peace officer request.
Section 152C.5C - Announcements to the public.
Section 152C.7 - Suspension and revocation of licenses.
Section 152C.7A - Temporary exemptions.