For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
MASSAGE. A method of treating the external parts of the body for remedial or hygienic purposes by rubbing, stroking, kneading, adjusting, or tapping with the hand or with an instrument. MASSAGE shall not include therapy, that is, means employed in effecting the cure of disease; or the management of disease or of diseased patients.
MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENT. An establishment in which the practice of massage is carried on for compensation or from which a person goes to administer a massage at any other place for compensation.
MASSAGIST. Any person who practices massage as defined in this section.
RECOGNIZED SCHOOL. Any school or institution of learning which has for its purpose the teaching of the theory, method, profession, or work of a massagist.
('63 Code, § 6-14.01) (Ord. 211-C.S., passed 6-22-73)