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Here are Some questions that we hear a lot

Am I supposed to tip my massage therapist?
If you get a massage at a spa or hotel, a 15% to 20% tip is standard if you were pleased with the services. On the other hand, in most cases tipping isn’t appropriate in a medical or clinical setting. At Massage by Ginger, we accept tips, but there’s no standard amount, and it is not required.

Am I supposed to take off my underwear when I get a massage?
Many people prefer to keep their panties or briefs on during a massage, while others prefer to be completely nude. It’s up to you. If your problem areas are your lower back, hips, buttocks, or groin, tight-fitting underwear can sometimes get in the way of massage work, but a thong for women or briefs for men should do the trick.

If you do remove your underwear, we, as licensed massage therapists, will always ensure that you are properly covered by a sheet or towel. Only the area being massaged will be uncovered.

What if I realize I’ve drooled during the massage?
Many people fall into a peaceful slumber during the massage but when they wake up, they notice a pool of drool on the pillow or massage table. This is very common. It often happens when people are being massaged while lying face down on the massage table. Don’t be afraid to ask us for a tissue.

Will the massage therapist be there when I undress?
We will always leave the room so that you can remove your clothing and lie on the massage table (usually face down) under the top sheet. Don’t rush or worry that we’ll walk in on you — we always knock and ask if you are ready before entering a room.

Should I talk to the massage therapist during the massage?
Although some people prefer to talk throughout the massage, don’t feel like you have to make conversation with any of our massage therapists. After all, you’re having a treatment. Feel free to close your eyes and relax, which is what most people do. Deep tissue massage and sports massage are just some of the types of massage that require more feedback. Because we work on deeper layers of muscle and want to ensure that the pressure is not uncomfortable, we’ll look for feedback and often ask questions.

What if I get an erection during the massage?
Some men don’t get massage therapy because they worry that they’ll get an erection. Or they get the massage, but are unable to relax during the massage because of this fear. But there is no reason to be embarrassed. It’s perfectly normal for men to get an erection during a non-sexual, therapeutic massage. Gentle touch administered to any area of the body can activate the parasympathetic nervous system and cause a partial or full erection. Your massage therapist (male or female) understands this and will generally ignore it.

The pressure isn’t deep enough, but I don’t want to insult the massage therapist’s technique. What should I do?
Communicate openly with our massage therapists. Keep in mind however that it’s a myth that massage therapy has to hurt to be effective. Some of the most effective types of massage therapy are gentle and do not involve deep pressure or pain. In fact, too much pressure can cause muscles to seize up.

I’m self-conscious about a certain part of my body and don’t want the massage therapist to see me. What can I do?
People are self-conscious for various reasons. Being self-conscious should never keep you from seeking health care, whether it’s visiting your doctor or seeing a massage therapist. If you’re self-conscious about a certain part of your body, you can ask the massage therapist to avoid that area. Or, you can opt for a therapy that is done through clothing. Just remember to provide complete and accurate information
on your health history form that you will be asked to fill out on your first appointment, so that our massage therapist is aware of any precautions.