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About Us & Frequently Asked Questions
Massage Therapy Pages is an online directory of professional massage therapists and spas/studios/offices that offer massage
therapy. Our Mission is to provide a quality listing of massage therapists for consumers and a professional, affordable
marketing solution to massage therapists. You may have questions about finding a massage therapist or
placing an ad, read our F.A.Q.'s (frequently asked questions) to learn more.
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FAQ - For Persons Seeking a Massage
FAQ - For Therapists Placing an Ad
How do I use your site to find a Massage Therapist?
Using Massage Therapy Pages to find a therapist is easy. Just use our home page to find a featured therapist
in your area, or use our full search functionality on the "Find a Therapist" page.
Why isn't my city listed in your data base?
We currently use searches by major metropolitan area. Please select the cities closest to yours to locate
therapists.
How do I choose the right massage therapist?
You should first ask yourself what type of therapist you are looking for. There are many different types of
therapists, some specialize in relaxation (usually referred to as Swedish), some are very good at relieving
tight muscle pain (usually referred to as Deep Tissue), etc. Feel free to ask your therapist specific questions
about what you hope to achieve from the session so you are both clear on what the desired result will be.
How do I send an email to a Massage Therapist?
Just look for the send email link on each therapist's profile page. If you do not see a link to email
on a profile then that therapist has chosen to not be contacted via email.
Do massage therapists have to be licensed?
In most states or cities, there is a requirement to be licensed to perform massage therapy. The licensing
varies widely however
What types of massage are there?
There are many types of massage, some can be integrated together and some are better done by themself. To
learn more about massage, review our benefits of massage page.
What is not included in a therapeutic massage?
Your therapist should disclose what will be included in your massage profession. They will try to address your
needs best to their abililty. Ask your therapist for further details.
What body parts are massaged and do I have to be undressed?
Each therapist and municipality will have a different policy on draping. Some states/cities require
that the groin area and breast area(for women) be covered at all times. Nudity or wearing underwear also
depends on each state and/or therapist. Most table massages require that you take off at least part of your
clothing, however chair massage usually doesn not. Feel free to discuss with your therapist how your
massage will be performed.
What do terms like "Full body massage" mean?
The term "full body massage" has sometimes taken a negative meaning. A professional therapist will do their
best to cover all of the areas of the body you request in a non-sexual manner. If there is a specific part of your
body that you are unsure of being massaged, feel free to ask your therapist about it.
What is the difference between an incall and an outcall?
Incalls are where you go to the massage therapist in their office, studio or place of work. An outcall is where
the massage therapist will come to where you are.
How is payment arranged?
Each therapist has listed the forms of payment they accept in their profile. Depending on your type of payment,
the therapist may ask you to pay in advance or after the massage. Each therapist/office/studio has different policies
on payment and you should ask how the therapist you select operates.
When should I or should I not get a massage?
Massage Therapy has become recognized as a treatment for many different types of issues in recent years. However,
there are times you should not get a massage, including if you are ill(unless you have a doctor's permission), intoxicated,
injured or have other concerns. If you are in doubt, discuss the situation with your massage therapist to see if a massage
is appropriate for you at this time. Remember, when in doubt, ask your physician.
How much does a massage cost and do I tip?
A one hour massage ranges widely in the USA. In some smaller cities you might expect to pay around $40 for
a one hour massage in the therapists place of work. In larger cities, a one hour massage may run up to $125 an hour.
Remember, an 'outcall'(where the therapist comes to you) will usually cost more as the therapist has to pay for
transportation expenses and sometimes parking to perform the massage.
Will the massage hurt?
Before proceeding with a massage, you should always be clear with the therapist what type of massage you
are seeking. Relaxing, Swedish massage should most likely never have any pain associated with it. However,
deep tissue can cause some discomfort as the therapist attempts to release knots and taught muscle bands. A
massage should never hurt to the point where you risk injury or cannot tolerate it. Let your therapist
the amount of pressure that's right for you to ensure best results.
What if a massage wasn't quite what I wanted?
If you feel the massage is not turning out as you had hoped, make sure to communicate this with your therapist.
It is better to tell them sooner rather than later. Even though a therapist is trained to understand the human
muscular system(kineseology), they can never actually feel what you do. Be very clear in what body parts are
affecting you and the type of massage you wish to have performed. It is ok to talk during a massage if you need to
communicate to the therapist.
How do I get Technical Support?
If you are in need of technical assistance or have other issues or questions with our website, feel free to create
an inquiry via our contact us page.
FAQ - For Therapists Placing Ads
Why should & how do I join Massage Therapy Pages?
Massage Therapy Pages is a professional resource to market your massage services. Our site is among the top
visual and functional massage directories. Being listed on our site will convey a professional image to
prospective new clients. It's easy to join, just visit our Place an Ad
page to learn how you can join our site.
Do I need any credentials or have to be licensed to advertise on your site?
If your local or state authority requires that you be licensed to perform massage therapy, then
you must be licensed to do so. If your current location does not require licensing, then this is not applicable
to you. You do not have to have any specific certifications above what your local licensing requires to be
listed on our site.
What types of memberships do you offer?
Currently we offer basic and premium classified ads for massage therapists. All of the information
on how our ads work is explained on the Place an Ad page of our site.
If you are interested in sponsoring any other types of advertising on our website, please let us know
using the information on our contact us page.
How do I Log in?
If you are already a member of our website, just use the Therapist Login page
to login to your account.
Do I have to put my address on my profile?
We do require that you put some type of address in your profile. However, if you only do outcalls or
would not like to share your exact address of the location where you perform massage, you may enter a
nearby major intersection instead.
Can I be listed in more than one city at a time?
We understand that some massage therapists travel and need to change their locations. However, you may
only be listed in one city at a time currently. Since a therapist can only be in one place at a time,
we ask that your location reflects where you are currently. You are welcome to change your
location at any time by logging into your account.
Can I be listed in more than one city at a time?
We understand that some massage therapists travel and need to change their locations. However, you may
only be listed in one city at a time currently. Since a therapist can only be in one place at a time,
we ask that your location reflects where you are currently. You are welcome to change your
location at any time by logging into your account.
Why isn't my city listed in the Metro Area section?
Our search is currently based off of major metropolitan areas. Please locate the closest
metropolitan area to you to be included in that city's search results. If you do not see a
major metropolitan area in our database that you feel should be, please use the contact us form
to request that we add it.
Are e-mails sent to me private?
Emails forwarded to you are not shared with anyone outside of our company unless we are required to do
so by law. Although we hope that users will not send harassing, commercial or innapropriate emails to you, we
may review emails sent through our system to avoid abuse.
How do I change my ad information?
You may change your ad information simply by logging into your account with the Therapist Login
page. Your account control panel clearly explains where and how to change your classified ad.
How do I change/add photos to my ad?
You can change or upload your photo in your account control panel. Just login to your account
and look for the link to change photos.
I have emailed for help, but did not receive a response
Please email us again if you have not received a response to your request. As you probably know,
email is not a 100% reliable means of communication but works in most cases.
How do I login if I forgot my password?
Just use the forgotten password reminder page to retrieve your information. An email with your password
will be sent to you. If you have forgotten the email you used to register, please contact us for further guidance.
Must I offer massage services to anyone that contacts me from your site?
We ask that you treat all potential clients referred to you from our site with respect and professionalism.
You should never accept a client whom you feel might jeapordize your health or safety. However, we ask that you
not discriminate openly. The decision of who you will and won't massage is yours in the end, however please be
aware of professionalism and anti-discrimination laws that may apply.
If I upload my own photos, what is the correct size and format?
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What types of pictures are allowed in my profile?
Professional, clear photos should be in your profile. A professional image including your face is ideal, however this
is not mandatory. Photos that imply anything other than a professional massage will be removed and the account suspended.
Can I link to Massage Therapy Pages or advertise my web page you host?
Yes, you are welcome to link to MassageTherapyPages.com. Please visit our
link to us page for more information. If you would like to tell others about your ad on our site, and you
are a premium member, contact us and we will set up a specific link so others can see your ad directly. (i.e., www.massagetherapypages.com/samjones)
Am I allowed to have more than one ad on Massage Therapy Pages.com?
At this time we ask that you only have one classified ad per entity or therapist. If you are therapist that works at
a business and separately performs massage on the side in a different location, you may place a separate ad
by creating a new acccount. However, we ask that therapists do not abuse this to list themself in more than
one location.
May I cancel at any time?
Yes, whether you are a premium or basic member, you may cancel your account at any time. Just log into your
account and use the cancel my ad feature.
Are basic ads really free?
Yes, basic ads are currently free. However, as our website begins to populate, free classified ads may
terminate. If you have a free ad, you will not be obligated to continue your ad should we charge in the future
and we do not ask for a credit card to place a free ad. Also note that premium ads are first to be serviced.
We approve, support and advertise therapists who place premium ads over those who place free ads.
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