Massage tops the list as the most used form of treatment
According to the latest Health and Morbidity Survey (SUSY ) from 2021, massage, body therapy and other manipulative therapies are the most used alternative therapies in Denmark.
The study shows that 18.4% of the adult population have received one or more types of massage or manipulative body treatments in the past year.
In comparison, around 24% have used alternative therapies in general, so massage makes up a significant proportion of total treatments.
One of the reasons why massage tops the list is probably because it can fulfill several needs. For example, many people seek massage to relieve muscle tension, reduce pain or de-stress during a busy day. In addition, it’s an easy-to-use treatment that can be customized to suit individual needs, whether you want a gentle, relaxing wellness experience or a more in-depth, physiurgical approach.
The report also indicates that more women than men use massage, and that the proportion is typically highest among adults in the 35-54 age group. At the same time, the use of massage is more prevalent among those who have been in contact with their GP within the past year – suggesting that many use the treatment in combination with or as a supplement to the established healthcare system.
If you want to try an alternative treatment for yourself, massage is a good option. It can provide both physical relief and mental wellbeing – and according to the SUSY report, you’re in good company if you choose this treatment.
The figures are taken from: Alternative treatment. Health and Morbidity Survey 2021, National Institute of Public Health.
Become a massage therapist – and build a career as an alternative practitioner
The high demand for massage also means that there are great opportunities to make a career in the field. If you dream of working with health in an alternative way, a massage therapist education is an obvious choice. As a trained massage therapist you can:
Helping people relieve tension and pain
Working with both prevention and treatment
Combine your knowledge with other alternative or traditional therapies
By training as a massage therapist, you’ll gain a solid foundation for understanding clients’ different needs, muscle and joint structure, and any injuries or issues. You’ll learn to customize your treatments to suit both the wellness segment and the more targeted, physiurgical treatments.
After graduation, you can choose to further your education in different specialties, such as sports massage, Musculupati or wellness. This gives you the opportunity to find the niche or patient group that suits you and your professional interests.
Massage is a versatile and sought-after form of treatment that many Danes are already taking advantage of. The latest figures confirm that there is a solid foundation for training in massage if you want to work as an alternative therapist. It’s a meaningful profession where you can make a positive difference to the wellbeing and health of others – and benefit from a high and stable demand for your skills.