Are massages from licensed massage therapist for injury tax deductible ?

cato5 · ‎March 28, 2020

I have a spinal cord injury and require massages 2X month.Can I deduct these charges?

AnnetteB6 · ‎March 28, 2020

If your massages are 'prescribed' by a physician as a medical treatment for your injury, then the cost can be deducted as a medical expense. It would be a good idea to get a letter from your physician documenting the massage recommendation.

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AnnetteB6 · ‎March 28, 2020

If your massages are 'prescribed' by a physician as a medical treatment for your injury, then the cost can be deducted as a medical expense. It would be a good idea to get a letter from your physician documenting the massage recommendation.

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Are massages from licensed massage therapist for injury tax deductible ?