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Reflexology and Foot Massage Regulations and Laws in Maine

Reflexology and Foot Massage Regulations and Laws in Maine

Are you looking to offer reflexology or foot massage in Maine? It’s important to understand how the state defines and regulates massage and reflexology practices. This guide outlines the current legal framework for reflexologists in Maine, and how Raynor Massage training can help you offer ethical, effective bodywork within the law.

✅ Is Reflexology Legal in Maine?

Yes. Reflexology is legal and generally exempt from massage licensing laws in Maine, as long as it is practiced only on the feet, hands, or ears, and not represented as full-body massage.

Maine is considered a massage-regulated state, but reflexology is usually not defined as massage therapy if it stays within these parameters:

  • Work is limited to feet, hands, and/or ears

  • Clients remain fully clothed

  • No use of the term “massage therapy” unless licensed

Practitioners offering full-body massage or claiming therapeutic treatment of muscles and connective tissues must be licensed under the Maine Department of Professional and Financial Regulation.

⚖️ Reflexology vs. Massage Therapy in Maine

Practice Type Legal? Massage License Required? Notes
Reflexology (feet/hands/ears only) ✅ Yes ❌ Not required Must not advertise as “massage”
Full-body massage ✅ Yes ✅ Required Must hold a Maine massage license
Advertising as a massage therapist ✅ Yes ✅ Required Reserved for licensed professionals
Reflexology including arms/legs ⚠️ Risky ✅ Required in most cases May be seen as massage therapy

 

️ Local Regulation in Maine

Maine has statewide massage regulation, so rules are generally consistent across cities and towns including:

  • Portland

  • Bangor

  • Lewiston

  • Auburn

  • South Portland

  • Augusta

  • Brunswick

However, cities may still require:

  • Local business licenses

  • Zoning permits

  • Health and safety inspections

Always confirm with your local government office before offering reflexology services professionally.

Learn Reflexology with Raynor Massage

Whether you’re a beginner or a licensed massage therapist in Maine, Raynor Massage offers internationally respected training in holistic foot and hand reflexology. Our courses combine deep tissue massage, meridian therapy, emotional release, and intuitive healing.

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Our training focuses on:

    • Effective, deep reflexology techniques

    • Meridian-based energy release

    • Safe, legal practice for non-licensed and licensed therapists

    • Use of tools and intuitive techniques for powerful results

 

Do You Need a License?

In Maine, you do not need a massage therapy license to offer reflexology if:

You restrict your work to feet, hands, and/or ears

You do not advertise it as massage therapy

You comply with local business regulations

However, if you plan to:

Work on the whole body

Advertise medical or therapeutic claims

Use massage titles (LMT, massage therapist)

…then you must become licensed by the Maine Board of Complementary Health Care Providers.

Visit https://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/professions/massage-therapists for state licensing details.