Methodology
How We Rank
MassagePH rankings are built on a transparent, four-factor scoring formula. No clinic can pay to improve its ranking.
The Four-Factor Formula
35%
Therapist Certification
25%
Hygiene Standards
20%
Price Transparency
20%
Verified Outcomes
Therapist Certification
35%We verify TESDA NC II certification (or equivalent international qualification) for the majority of active therapists at each establishment. Clinics where fewer than 60% of therapists hold recognized certification cannot achieve a top-tier ranking regardless of other scores.
- TESDA NC II Massage Therapy certification
- Ongoing continuing education credits
- Specialized certifications (prenatal, sports, medical massage)
Hygiene Standards
25%Hygiene is assessed through anonymous visits, reviewing visible cleanliness, linen change protocols, equipment sanitization, ventilation quality, and staff personal hygiene practices. We also review DTI compliance documentation.
- Fresh linens per client (verified by observation)
- Visible sanitization protocols for equipment
- DTI business registration on display
- Clean changing areas with functional lockers
Price Transparency
20%Establishments that clearly display pricing, avoid hidden add-on charges, and maintain consistent pricing between quoted and billed amounts score highest in this category. We cross-reference staff verbal quotes against final bills.
- Published menu with complete pricing
- No undisclosed add-on charges at billing
- Consistent pricing between booking and payment
- Clear package inclusions/exclusions
Verified Outcomes
20%We aggregate verified reviews from Google Maps, independent review platforms, and structured client feedback collected through our site. Only recent reviews (within 18 months) are weighted. Reviews with suspicious patterns are flagged and removed from scoring.
- Google Maps rating (18-month rolling)
- Independent platform reviews (verified accounts)
- MassagePH structured client feedback
- Pattern-flagged review exclusion
Quarterly Re-Evaluation
All rankings are re-evaluated every quarter (January, April, July, October). Establishments that change ownership, receive sustained negative feedback, or fail to maintain hygiene certification are flagged for immediate review outside the quarterly cycle. Rankings are not guaranteed and can move in any direction.