Agreement given with full understanding of the treatment involved.
Informed consent in bodywork means the client agrees to treatment after being fully informed about what the session involves, including techniques to be used, areas of the body to be worked on, expected sensations, and any potential risks. Professional practitioners always obtain informed consent before beginning and check in throughout the session.
Knowing what informed consent means makes it easier to talk with a masseur before the session starts. Mention it during the intake conversation if it matters to you — a professional male massage therapist will explain how it fits the modality you booked, adjust pressure or positioning around it, and tell you honestly when a different approach suits your body better. You will find the same vocabulary used across our massage service pages, our wellness guides, and the NYC neighborhood pages, so the terms you learn here carry over to booking a real session.