# Is a massage for a sore back OSHA recordable?

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Last updated: 2026-10-23

**Short answer:** Not recordable

No. Massage is on OSHA's first-aid list, as are hot or cold therapy. Physical therapy, chiropractic treatment or a restriction from lifting would make it recordable.


## Why

- Only first aid was given. Every treatment you checked is on OSHA's first-aid list. [29 CFR 1904.7(a)](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-29/section-1904.7)

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