Massage parlors are common gathering areas where men and women frequent in order to relax and unwind. However, many such establishments in Southern California fail to meet the minimum standard requirements required by the Health and Safety Commission. Massage parlors or day spas that fail to meet the minimum health requirements patrons can suffer serious skin, face and bodily infections, which require medical treatment and care. If you have received an infection or been injured after frequenting or visiting a massage parlor or spa in Southern California or Los Angeles, contact Downtown LA Law for a free case evaluation. Our firm will aggressively work to procure maximum recovery for your injuries.
Massage parlors and day spas can house a number of dangerous bacteria. When operators of such establishments fail to keep the massage chairs, mats, lockers, showers or other commonly used areas clean infections can occur. Generally, infections are limited to skin related or fungus related injuries caused by a failure to properly clean or maintain the facilities. Such infections can be moderate to serious and can include the spread of certain sexually transmitted diseases. If you have recently obtained such an infection call our massage attorneys at Downtown LA Law. Our Los Angeles spa infection attorneys can help with your recovery.
It is necessary to document your case in order to establish that the establishment in question was responsible for your harm. Documentation including any and all receipts, names of other persons present, location of the incident, photographs of your condition and other valuable information is necessary to further your case. The following information should be preserved as evidence:
Seek medical attention, often times such infections can be cured with immediate medical attention;
Obtain the name of establishment;
Write down the address;
Take note of any names including other customers, the acting masseuse or employees;
All receipts which document your visit to establishment, including cash or credit card receipts;
Any and all statements made by employees regarding the establishment should also be recorded while they are fresh in your memory.
While this is not a tentative list it does include some of the more important information needed. Our offices will help with obtaining other important information including past incident reports, insurance policy information and related information. It is important that the attorney you select understand the operation of such establishment in order to help you achieve the highest recovery.
Types of Infections or Injuries
Spa and Massage injuries are primarily divided into two categories. They include injuries obtained from the spread of infection and injuries from improper care by the masseuse. Common injuries include;
Nerve damage;
Spinal cord injury;
Soft tissue injuries;
Fungal infections;
Sexually Transmitted Disease;
Herpes;
Salmonella;
Eye infections;
Ear infections.
Generally STD’s are caused by the use of infected equipment or acquired due to the negligence of your masseuse. Such transmissions occur if the practitioner or operator fails to take proper steps to prevent the spread of disease including wearing proper hand and eye protection. Other sexually transmitted diseases including herpes can spread if the mats, towels or other amenities are not properly cleansed or cleaned by the establishment. If a STD is transmitted or other infection is obtained the operator can be held liable for negligence and you may be entitled to recovery.
While there is little-to-no risk of HIV transmission without an exchange of bodily fluids, people who receive massages may be at risk of contracting other diseases. Some STIs, such as syphilis, genital herpes, and human papillomavirus, can spread through genital skin-to-skin contact .
Sometimes, police departments put surveillance cameras in massage clinics as part of an undercover investigation. However, the authorities may run into issues when they try to actually use this evidence in court, as judges may throw it out to protect innocent people who were caught on camera.
Most legitimate massage parlors will have an open, welcoming storefront to encourage customers to come in and try their services. If you see a massage parlor with windows boarded up or really dark blinds covering them, that is a red flag. It's even more alarming if they don't have windows in the first place.
The answer is; it's totally up to you. It's your massage, and your therapist will likely tell you to; “…undress to your comfort level.” But what does that mean? Here's what you can expect when you book a massage near you today.
Typically, your therapist will use their forearms with medium to deep pressure during the power stroke going down your body and then use their hands in a softer run as they go back up your body to the starting position.
Swedish massage is one of the most common types of massage therapy. It's often used to relax you, relieve stress and relieve pain. Swedish massage often involves rubbing, kneading, stroking and tapping your muscles. If you want to try Swedish massage, talk to your doctor first.
Some indications that a person may be a victim of human trafficking include (especially in the case of women and children): Appearing malnourished. Showing signs of physical injuries and abuse. Avoiding eye contact, social interaction, and authority figures/law enforcement.
The potential victim(s): » Lacks freedom of movement or is constantly monitored by someone. » Avoids eye contact and interaction with others. » Has no control over or possession of money or ID. » Defers to someone else to talk for them or appear to be coached on what to say.
A therapist can tell whether you stretch or exercise and what type of activities you participate in based on the length of your muscles or tensions you may have in certain areas. Whether you drink enough water. Dry skin and underlying tissue are indicators of lack of hydration.
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Massage parlors or day spas that fail to meet the minimum health requirements patrons can suffer serious skin, face and bodily infections, which require medical treatment and care. If you have received an infection or been injured after frequenting or visiting a massage parlor or spa in Southern California or Los Angeles, contact Downtown LA Law for a free case evaluation. Our firm will aggressively work to procure maximum recovery for your injuries.