The Senate of The State of Texas

SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 683

WHEREAS, Massage therapists have been regulated in Texas since 1985, and there are currently over 19,000 registered therapists in our state; and

WHEREAS, Massage therapy provides relief to people of all ages, status, and health conditions, from athletes to executives, from laborers to office workers; and

WHEREAS, Stress is recognized as a major factor in disease, and massage therapy is an effective means of stress management; and

WHEREAS, Massage therapy is a proven means of preventative health care and is a restorative health service; and

WHEREAS, Massage therapy increases circulation, stimulates the natural defenses of the lymph system, improves range of motion and joint flexibility, lowers blood pressure, relaxes the muscles, and both specifically and generally improves health; and

WHEREAS, Massage therapy is a low cost, high-quality method of improving health, and an increased awareness of the benefits of massage therapy will contribute to the health and welfare of the residents of the State of Texas; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of The State of Texas, 78th Legislature, hereby recognize the benefits of massage therapy and proclaim the week of May 26 as Massage Therapy Awareness Week in our state.

David Dewhurst
President of the Senate