!!link!! - Massage Creep
And to the creeps? Find a different hobby. The massage table is not your playground.
No, this isn’t a typo for “massage cream.” Massage creep is the gradual, subtle, and intentional pushing of professional boundaries during a session. It is the “innocent” hand that slips a little too high up the thigh. It is the drape that gets lowered “just to work that muscle better.” It is the slow, predatory testing of limits to see how far a therapist (or client) can go. massage creep
Do not let the "massage creep" scare you away from the benefits of bodywork. Instead, arm yourself with knowledge. Speak up. Walk out. And to the creeps
You have the absolute right to end a massage at any moment. You do not need a reason. However, if you feel the creep starting, here is your script. No, this isn’t a typo for “massage cream
Let’s talk about what this looks like, why it happens, and—most importantly—how to shut it down immediately.