Traditional Medicine Practice Council cracks down on unqualified massage therapists

Speaking at a Continuous Professional Development (CPD) training programme held at the Ministry of Health Auditorium in Accra, Acting Registrar of the Traditional Medicine Practice Council, Dr Yakubu Tobor Yusuf, said massage therapy requires extensive knowledge of human anatomy and should not be treated as a simple physical activity.

The Council believes sustained professional education, stronger enforcement and greater collaboration within the industry will help improve standards and strengthen public confidence in massage therapy as a credible component of Ghana's healthcare and wellness system.

The Council said it is strengthening regulation of the industry through continuous professional training, stricter enforcement and the introduction of a national register of certified massage therapists to help the public identify qualified practitioners.