Section 25-D204. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - MASSAGE THERAPIST, CUSTOMER ASSESSMENT, AND INFORMED CONSENT

 

204.1Before providing treatment, massage therapists shall:

 

(a)Inquire as to the health and current health status of each customer to determine indications and contraindications for the application of massage therapy;

 

(b)Assess the needs and expectations of the customer and designate a treatment;

(c)Obtain the written consent from the customer or parent or guardian of a minor after:

 

(1)Informing the customer as to the nature and purpose of the service to be provided; and

 

(2)The customer demonstrating an understanding of the terms under which the massage therapy is being provided and voluntarily agrees to receive such treatment by signing a Consent Form; and

 

(d)Respect the customer’s right to refuse, modify, or terminate treatment regardless of prior consent.

 

authority

Section 4902 of the Department of Health Functions Clarification Act of 2001 (“Act”) (effective October 3, 2001), D.C. Law 14-28, D.C. Official Code § 7-731(a)(12) (2008 Repl.), and the Mayor’s Order 2006-10 dated January 27, 2006

source

Final Rulemaking published at 56 DCR 7975 (October 9, 2009)