No, breast massage is not typically part of a standard full body massage.
While a full body massage, as its name suggests, covers all areas of the body, it specifically excludes areas that would be considered inappropriate for a therapist to touch or expose. According to the reference provided, these areas include the breasts of women.
Full Body Massage Coverage
A full body massage aims to address muscle tension and promote relaxation throughout the body. Here's a breakdown of what it generally does include:
- Back: The entire back, including the upper, middle, and lower regions.
- Neck & Shoulders: Areas where tension often accumulates.
- Arms & Hands: From the upper arm down to the fingertips.
- Legs & Feet: Addressing tension in the thighs, calves, ankles, and soles of the feet.
- Abdomen: Sometimes included, often with lighter pressure.
Areas Excluded
As noted, certain areas are specifically excluded from a typical full body massage due to their sensitive or personal nature. These areas often include:
- Breasts (for women): Therapists will generally avoid the breast area during a standard full body massage.
- Genital Area: Massage in this region is not part of standard practice.
- Inner Thighs: This area is sometimes excluded depending on the comfort level of the client.
Exceptions and Special Cases
It's important to note that massage practices can vary, and there may be situations where breast massage could be included, but with the specific intention of a particular treatment and always within professional and ethical boundaries. This would always require:
- Explicit Consent: Clients must give informed and explicit consent before any massage is performed on sensitive areas.
- Specialized Training: Therapists performing massage on areas like the breast should have specialized training and qualifications in that specific area of treatment.
- Therapeutic Need: Breast massage may be part of treatments for specific medical conditions, always with medical advice and client consent.
Therefore, a standard full body massage will not include breast massage.
