I really do not think so. Also remember there are different types of massage. You could use methods that are not so hard on you if you found a problem.

For a massage therapist, the hands are our tools. Elbows come next. Backs, third. For MT's, repetative-use injuries are common for thumbs, middle finger, shoulder (because we use our elbows). Yes, schools do teach you how to properly use your body to prevent injuries, but this is something to consider if you use your hands to play musical instruments. I would suggest that you consider MT ONLY if you are passionate about healing a person through touch.

Other ways to heal a person is Reiki healing, CranioSacral Therapy, Shiatsu, Thai Massage. These use the hands minimally or without major use of the hands.

The thing about jobs in massage is that they are fairly low paying to start with and careers can be challenging in that way as well as the physical demands that it does put on the body.

The thing is that you will just have to take care of yourself and get regular massage yourself to reduce your chances of injury and problems. There are many different types of massage that you can do that are not strenuous. It actually is all really more about your beliefs about health that you hold yourself.

I suggest that people go and get a few dozen massages themselves before going into massage to see if you would really like working in that environment. Talk to the massage therapists and find out more about the career.