Massage can be expensive in western countries. If you are traveling in Shanghai, don't miss the change to get a nice massage.
In my earlier post, most of the high-end Spas are English friendly. https://www.ronmassage.com/blog/top-5-best-spas-in-shanghai You can speak simple English in the Spas listed. However, if you want to go more local Spas. It's hard to communicate. Below is a list of Chinese words that might help you with communicating.
Massage 按摩
Head 头
Shoulder 肩膀
Thigh 大腿
Leg 小腿
Neck 头颈
glut 臀部
Too painful 太痛了
Please press lighter 按轻点
I don't like hard pressure 我不喜欢按太重
Traditional Chinese massage 传统中式按摩
Oil massage 油压
male masseur 男技师
female masseuse 女技师
60 mins 60分钟
90 mins 90分钟
120 mins 120分钟