It can be very common for guys to get turned on by massages and get an erection during a relaxing or therapeutic massage even if the therapist isn’t massaging near that area. Even though getting an erection is normally due to being physically aroused, it doesn’t mean the guy is expressing an emotional or sexual desire.
Women can also get turned on during a massage but it’s not noticeable due to the fact that women’s bodies don’t change like men’s bodies.
Touch to any part of the body can activate the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS) which can cause an erection. The PNS is commonly known as the Rest and Digest system.
Important – If you get an erection during the massage – don’t acknowledge it or apologize for it – it’s a natural body function, similar to passing gas or stomach noises, don’t make any sexual comments about it or you risk termination of the massage.
