The term masseuse is a French word that refers to a female who practices massage. (Males in the industry were known as masseurs.) However, due to certain unsavory connotations (as well as the need for more gender neutral terminology), both male and female massage practitioners go by the term “massage therapist”.

Massage therapy sessions How many appointments you have in a day depends on your availability and scheduling preferences, but most full-time therapists will see around five clients a day with massage appointments typically lasting between 60 and 90 minutes.

For general tune-ups, consider scheduling a massage every four to six weeks. If you have a chronic condition or specific areas of strain and tension, consider scheduling a message every one to three weeks. If you're still unsure how often to get a massage, consider scheduling a consultation appointment.

In English, “masseur” typically refers to a male massage therapist, while “masseuse” refers to a female massage therapist. The distinction is based on gender, with “masseur” being masculine and “masseuse” being feminine.