The state requires therapists and facilities to include a note about draping standards on client intake forms. Before the appointment, draping must be discussed and agreed upon by both therapist and client. Draping is included in the price.
Draping refers to the use of linens like sheets, towels, and blankets to selectively cover parts of a client’s body during a massage treatment. Draping provides modesty, warmth and caring for clients in various stages of undress. Only selective exposure of the areas being massaged is advised.
Draping allows you to undress to your comfort level under a sheet and feel safe, warm, and unexposed. Texas law states draping must be provided to the client’s comfort level. No draping may be requested. The client may provide additional or different draping.
I must provide draping during sessions as required by Texas law. Exceptions are modalities done fully clothed. Draping ensures client and therapist safety. My massage is professional; inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated.
Under Texas law, it is illegal to practice massage therapy without a valid license. Draping is required by law at all times in Texas unless treatments are performed fully clothed. This is for client and therapist safety.
You’ll be happy to know that you can head to your massage fully clothed. If you opt for this route, consider the clothes you want to wear and what might or might not work. Heavy fabrics, such as denim or wool, should be avoided as they may not facilitate the massage techniques.
If you don’t want to take any of your clothes off, let your massage therapist know. They can modify the massage to meet your comfort level.