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wicked asked in Society & CultureEtiquette · 1 decade ago

Getting a massage today for my lunch hour, do you tip and how much?

Ok first off let me state that this is part of my chiropractic adjustment. My co pay includes an adjustment and a 30 minute massage. Because this will be a "medical" massage rather then a "spa" massage do I still tip? If so how do you determine how much to tip? When you go to a spa you tip 15 to 20 percent of the cost but since my co pay is $20 I am not sure how to figure a tip or even if I should leave one. Thanks for your answers!!

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  • 1 decade ago
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    If your massage is a part of your chiropractic treatment, You are not going to get what you want massaged, but rather what the chiropractor deems appropriate for the massage therapist to treat your medical condition. Therefore, you are not really receiving a luxury, but a bonafide part of your medical treatment, just like if the doctor ordered the nurse to give you an injection---Is it good for you? --Yes Did the nurse put the shot where you necessarily wanted it---NO

    You wouldn't tip the nurse, would you.

    Same applies for a massage at the chiropractors.

    Not to mention, depending on the state, it may be illegal for the health care provider to accept any other monies, other than your co-pay.

  • Anonymous
    5 years ago

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  • If your insurance covers this massage, I wouldn't worry about a tip. If you still want to tip the masseuse, $5 should be sufficient.

  • 1 decade ago

    No tip.

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