§ 8-31. Definitions.

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Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the following terms shall have the respective meanings ascribed to them:

Business or profession of massage: The massage or treatment of any person for a fee or in expectation of a gratuity from the person massaged.

Massage: The manipulation of body muscle or tissue by rubbing, stroking, kneading, or tapping, applied by hand, arm, foot or mechanical device.

Massage business: Any establishment or business wherein massage is practiced, including establishments commonly known as health clubs, physical culture studios, massage studios and massage parlors.

Massage practitioner: Any person engaged in the business or profession of massage.

(Ord. of 11-4-1985, § 1-1, eff. 11-4-1985)

State law reference

Similar definitions, G.S. 14-202.10.

Cross reference

Definitions generally, § 1-2.

                    
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