What is informed consent during a massage?

Informed consent is a principle derived from medical ethics. It says patients must have sufficient information and understanding before making decisions about their care. Informed consent during a massage refers to your legal right to determine the type of services you receive. It also addresses the massage therapist’s ethical obligation to include you in the process.

Getting a massage requires informed consent. This means you must agree to the treatment voluntarily without being coerced through fraud, force, or deceit. It’s also understood that you can withdraw your consent at any time during your treatment. This is known as dynamic consent, and means you can change your mind at any point.