How long can you work as a massage therapist? Is it possible to practice for 10, 20, or even 30 years without wearing out your hands, shoulders, back, or the rest of your body? After more than 20 years as a massage therapist and working as a yoga teacher, my answer is that there isn't one universal timeline. Some massage therapists practice for decades, while others find that the physical demands become difficult much sooner. A lot depends on how you approach your work, how y