N.Y. Educ. Law § 7801

§ 7801. Definition of practice of massage therapy. The practice of the\nprofession of massage therapy is defined as engaging in applying a\nscientific system of activity to the muscular structure of the human\nbody by means of stroking, kneading, tapping and vibrating with the\nhands or vibrators for the purpose of improving muscle tone and\ncirculation.\n