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.
                                                                       Wentworth




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on April 28, 2003.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate