Is a back massage sexual harrasment?
347864
Do you feel it is. If uncomfortable a nice please do not do that is all you need. I don't feel a class action lawsuit but telling how you feel is the best way. If is persists tell your upper mgmt.
1134027
no it is not. who defined massage, and to what extent? is it an ISO/JS or international standard that states that one cannot massage the body privates, and sets boudaries??? of course not, hence, it is not prostitution. well actually, no one specified with what you can massage the body. so technically, you can have some one massage you with their ahem ahem u know what, until your ahem ahem u know what....\nlol. viva la resistance!!!
456580
You need to remind them that not all massages end with a "happy ending"...\n\nA lot of guys haven't actually had a proper remedial massage.\nAnd I'm sorry to say, a lot of guys are morons.
715629
If you mean the happy ending is something sexual, then, yes; but it depends on the situation and on the person giving the massage.
817322
No, she cannot accuse of sexual harrassment at this point, but if you insist and continue to ask her out well that can be a problem for you. Leave her alone and keep everything professional and you should have no problems.
189326
Any professional therapist who decides to do erotic massage should have their license taken away for good and be charged with sexual misconduct! Professional massage therapists don't want that CRAP in their field! And if you know of anyone who's doing it - please report them to their State Department of License and Regulation!\nIf you want to find a good therapist go to "www.amta-massage.org" - That's the American Massage Therapy Association.
435019
Those guys are lame. Good for you dude.I'm straight and have had many massages from guys and girls. Everyone should indulge in this...its one of the best things a person can do for themselves. As for your 2nd question.....yes please.
200711
I use my thumbs mostly.  You want to apply even pressure on either side of the spine.  If you work small circles with your thumbs about an inch on either side ot the spine it will relax anyone.  Also pay attention to the neck and shoulders...just work your way around with your two twirling thumbs on each side mixed with a sideways 8 around the shoulder blades.  Communicate with the person you are massaging.  The following site is pretty nice too.  Bottom line, the more you rub, the better you get at it.  Think of your own back and how you'd want it rubbed.
628153
I've run a lot of races and the massage tables at the end are a blessing.  You have no idea how much the runners will love you.\n\nI doubt you will be the only person doing massages there, so you may want to see if you can contact some of the others and ask about the set up.\n\nAs far as hygene, I have seen them use disinfectant wipes or hand gels between massages, both on the table and on the hands.  Some of the bigger races have running water, but you should ask the coordinators before hand.\n\nRunners arent looking for a full body massage or anything really long, I usually just like my calves and lower back done to keep my muscles from tightening up.  Ask the runners what they would like.
493298
Its cannot qualify in any way as sexual harassment.That guy was trying to balckmail you emotionally and was trying to confuse you emotionally.\nI think he knows u very well and he knows what is more important for you..God..\nAll i can say is people like them are really dangerous and know how to play with words and get thier work done and dont care if the other person might get hurt for life..\nKeep away from people like them Mumtaz..
852415
Touching your back/shoulders and stroking your neck? Making perverse comments? Sweetie, this is called sexual harrassment. As for why they act this way, basically, they're idiots. Don't write them off as just "goofy." There is no excuse for their behavior. One guy went on a date with you and then told everyone? Is he still in high school? They think it's fun to embarrass you. They way immature men like this think, it wouldn't surprise me if they have some sort of bet going as to who can get you to give up your choice to wait until marriage first. The first thing you need to do is not date any of them. That's just a good policy wherever you may work in your life. If it ends badly, you still have to see that person every day and it can cause a lot of problems. Second, when they say inappropriate things to you or touch you or make you feel uncomfortable in any way, you need to tell them they're behaving inappropriately and ask them to please stop. If they don't, or they just think that's part of the game, you need to go to your supervisor and ask him/her to intervene. Just know that if the boss does intervene, this may make for a hostile work environment because then you'll be the girl who "can't take a joke." Sad, but it happens. Conversely, the boss may think you're overreacting and not do anything. At this point, you'll have to make a decision: file a complaint with the EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) and let them handle it, again possibly making for a hostile work environment; quit and find another job with mature, professional coworkers; do both. Unfortunately, there is no easy solution to this. If it were just one or two guys behaving this way, it might be easier because they'd be the minority. But if all the guys you work with do it, they'll be more apt to stick together and form a united front against you, saying that you're exaggerating or even making stuff up to get them into trouble. If there are any other women who work there, talk to them and see if they're having similar experiences. If so, it will corroborate your claims and give you more credence. I'm sorry to sound so cynical and/or pessimistic, but this is an all too common situation for many women in the workplace. We've all read and heard about things like this. There's even a movie based on a true story about the first lawsuit against a company for condoning sexual harassment called "North Country" with Charlize Theron. It's a disturbing, sad movie, but it shows what some women have had to go through just to earn a living. Finally, don't let yourself be intimidated. Stick to your values, know that you don't deserve to be treated this way and you don't have to put up with it. No one has the right to put their hands on you without your permission. Be strong and stick up for yourself, and someday, if you have children, you can pass that strength on to your daughter or teach your son to have the proper respect for women. I wish you the best of luck.
913785
If it is way too personal it might be sexual harrassment, if you are young please go to a school counselor about it.  If you are at work, an adult, Ask yourself, is this a pattern?  Do others experience this?  Again, you can discuss it with your personel department.  If all this is too risky, there is a way to avoid questions like this, without lying... for example, you could say "Why do you ask?"  or "Actually, I have a man in my life" (a pet, perhaps?), or maybe, "I'm sorry, but I make it a practice of never discussing my personal life at work.
338540
It's a nice little concave spot on the spine right above your butt on your lower back.  This is where the guy usually puts his hand when "guiding" a woman through a door or when dancing.
994770
Truth of the matter is, you can be sued to divulging personal information that denies someone of their right to privacy.  This is NOT your information to relay.    The law is very definite on this.  \n\nThe therapist is also obligated to be sure his clients and co-workers are safe.  This should not be a problem as I doubt he is having sex with any of them and the chances of a blood injury from massage is slim.
898218
A massage school has discounted massages supervised by instructors.   But -- you also put your question under pain/pain management.  If you have back problems I would only go to a professional physical therapist/massage therapist who specializes in manipulating the spine.
368311
well i have heard that it isn't but it can be very satisfying.  But it IS your BACK so please be careful!  Try to cut down and then avoid it as much as u can.
449733
thats funny!! but its b/c ur own hands cant please or mess with ur senses silly. i think, i dunno. cuz u can scratch ur own itch and massage ur self i dunno maybe u can but it just aint as funny like if u PLEASE ur self it is ok but it feels better when somebody else does it. yeah  thats it