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Phoenix area spa goers question Phoenix Magazine's choice of Massage Envy for 'honor'


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On November 3, 2009 Examiner published a report regarding a press release stating that Massage Envy has been voted the “Best Massage” and “Best Day Spa” in Phoenix, by Phoenix Magazine. Since then Phoenix area spa goers have been echoing the same questions presented in the report; How could Massage Envy possibly be called a day spa? Phoenix Magazine has been contacted with a request to reveal their definition for a day spa, however, as of this publication they have not responded.

Kelly says; “With the kind of turn over I have seen at Massage Envy (think fast food employees) it should make you wonder what protections are in place for the therapists and the quality of experience for the client.”

James says; “In this age of mass public inquiry and the internet, it does seem odd that they have not revealed or retracted the "best spa" rating. May there should be public exposure of the individual responsible for writing the article and the editor who approved that article. I see this as going along way to keeping the playing field honest. If there is bias here they should come clean and protect there reputation.”

The above comments are samples of dozens received in response to the original article. Post your opinion on this matter by placing a comment on this page or by emailing the National Massage Therapy Examiner.

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Steve Ibach is a medical massage therapist and fitness consultant. He is nationally certified in therapeutic massage and owns a day spa in Scottsdale, AZ. You can contact Steve and read more about his background on his profile page.

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