Use of Certain Words in Advertising Prohibited Without License

Ala. Code § 34-43A-14, under Alabama Massage Therapy Licensing Act.

Ala. Code § 34-43A-14

An individual or entity who does not hold a license as a massage therapist, physical therapist, chiropractor, or athletic trainer, or a license for a massage therapy establishment, shall not use the words “massage” or “bodywork” on any sign or other form of advertising describing services performed by the individual or within the establishment. (Act 2024-361, §3; Act 2025-395, §2; Act 2026-162, §3.)