Clients of opposite gender

[paix22]

How do you adjust your treatment when dealing with clients of opposite gender?

I've just read this as part of a question on the training forum, and it got me thinking that I don't make adjustments (unless I do subconsciously).

Any thoughts?

 

[gamclopjgk]

Hi Hippy,

I assume you're talking about massage therapies?

Just a suggestion but I think you might get more replies in the massage forum. Myself or one of the other mods can move this thread for you if you want.

 

[Robert E]

I m like you urban hippy. I don't ever remember making adjustments other than common sense. But I suppose there is a rule book on that too! if you are comfortable being you, the clients feel comfortable. If things are going smooth Then one can't be that off the mark I suppose.

 

[AToriaBethh]

Yes I guess it would apply more to massage, thanks Bannick.

 

[Rikku]

I don't do any adjusting either, why would anyone ?

 

[Rottie Momma]

Strange I wonder what the exam board expect the answer to be?

 

[Hiroshi Murakawa]

I dont adjust anything either except make any reference to cycles or menopause!!!!

Strange question really, even if it does apply to massage. Do let us know any answers.


R x

 

[Hajar Superstar]

Hi All,

The only adjustment I can think of is for a chest massage. Being a male therapist I have no problem doing a chest massage for a male but I would not automatically do the same for a female client. If I felt that the chest massage was particularly required (MLD massage for instance) I would explain the massage to the lady first and then make sure that she is comfortable for the treatment to go ahead. I have been a busy therapist for 19 years and have never had a complaint or caused a client to feel uncomfortable - I rely on repeat custom and recommendation for my business.

If that answer doesn't satisfy the exam board then I don't know what will.

 

[Drekurbab]

The question is relating to health and safety. I did have one tutor when I started my training a few years ago say to make sure you have a quick escape route when working with men.... " *eye roll*.

 

[na3oush]

So when I'm working with my female clients, I should have a quick escape route? No problem, I've got a low-level Velux window that would allow me to leap two floors to the ground...