Comments on: Safety Lessons for Massage Therapists

By: John Oh

John Oh — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 02:17:10 +0000

I will second Tiffany’s comment: listen to your intuition! So often I hear stories of people who have been attacked saying that something “just didn’t feel right”, but they ignored the feeling.

Over time you get to know how customers will behave, what is normal, what is not. Trust your instincts. It’s better to walk away from a job that doesn’t feel right than risk your life and lively-hood.

I also think that Darren made and excellent point and some good suggestions. There are extra risks for men when working for women.

By: Heather

Heather — Fri, 14 May 2010 02:10:09 +0000

Thanks for the info. will be graduating in five days, and I am taking my national boards on June 3rd. I am going to be sure to print this blog and hand it out at school.

By: Darren

Darren — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 04:49:17 +0000

this is a very important massage for all therapists. As a male therapist it is just as important to be aware of your surroundings as the shoe can very easily be on the other foot. It would be very easy for a client to accuse a male therapist of ‘inapproproate behavior’ and you have to protect your reputation at all times. I have met clients during their stay at a local hotel but inform the front desk of my presence and the purpose of my visit including the length of my visit.

By: Deacon

Deacon — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 21:58:47 +0000

Just what I needed to take my mind off a horrible day. Excellent article that really gets the idea across. Cant thank you enough for sharing.

By: punkie

punkie — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 18:00:29 +0000

Thank you for your comment Mindy. I hope more will follow your example by enrolling in a self defense course. The confidence you gained and the keener sense of awareness will be invaluable during your career as a Therapist.

Namaste, Punkie

By: Mindy Zimmer

Mindy Zimmer — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 17:04:06 +0000

These tips are so important. Thank you for reminding us to stay aware! I recently took a self defense course, and I highly recommend enrolling in one. I feel much more confident, yet always cautious.

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By: Joyce South

Joyce South — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 18:15:20 +0000

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By: Tiffany

Tiffany — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 15:57:33 +0000

I wrote about this also. You can never be too careful these days. Always listen to your intuition!!!