The Massage Consent Form is a crucial document required in German massage therapy practice to establish clear understanding and agreement between practitioners and clients. This document is necessary whenever professional massage services are provided, whether in a clinical, spa, or private practice setting. The form must comply with German healthcare regulations, including the Heilpraktikergesetz for non-medical practitioners, and the EU GDPR for data protection. It serves multiple purposes: documenting informed consent, recording medical history, acknowledging potential risks, and establishing data processing agreements. The form should be completed before the first treatment session and updated periodically or when there are significant changes in the client's health status.

1. Personal Information: Client's personal details including name, contact information, and date of birth

2. Medical History: Client's relevant medical history, current medications, and existing conditions that could affect treatment

3. Treatment Information: Description of massage therapy services, techniques to be used, and areas to be treated

4. Risks and Benefits: Explanation of potential risks, benefits, and possible side effects of massage therapy

5. Client Acknowledgment: Client's confirmation of accurate information provision and understanding of risks

6. Consent Declaration: Explicit consent for treatment and confirmation of voluntary decision-making

7. Privacy Notice: GDPR-compliant explanation of how personal data will be collected, used, and stored

8. Practitioner Declaration: Therapist's confirmation of providing information and explaining procedures

9. Signatures: Dated signatures of client and practitioner