Which Massage Chair Or Table?

When choosing massage therapy equipment it's vital that you decide EXACTLY what you want it for as this makes the job of finding the right table or chair much easier. It also depends on what kind of massage you'll be performing and who your customers are. For example sports massage therapists probably need a bed that is easy to get up and down so that they can get their clients in the right position to work on a wide range of muscles, while if you are just doing back massages a simple table should suffice.

You also need to decide where you are going to be doing the massage. The professional massage therapist will probably want to get two massage tables eventually - one that is portable and can be carried to the clients house and a more advanced one that isn't so portable and stays in the office. If you are going to be doing lots of treatments on friends and family a foldable basic massage table will probably be best for you.

Massage tables are much more important that chairs in most cases, so a table should probably be your first purchase and then a chair comes later if you find that you need it. It's much better to do things this way around as you might do a few massages and realise that you don't need a chair after all which will save you a lot of money!

If later on you do decide you need a massage chair then you should now have a better idea of what you need it for and whether you need it to be portable. Chances are you will, so this narrows down the options and allows you to choose a chair that fits onto your table.

The most important thing when buying a massage table is to do your research! Don't waste money on inferior products that won't be up to the job that you want it for. Your massage clients won't thank you and neither will your back!

Choosing The Right Massage Therapy Equipment

It's a well known fact that just by having the best massage therapy equipment won't make you the best masseuse! Of course the best massage therapists would be able to give a great massage on a wooden plank, but that wouldn't be the most professional way to do it and doesn't inspire confidence in your customers.

So you need to go for a balance between getting the best quality massage equipment and those that don't break your bank balance!

First of all you need to take an objective look at your income. Are you earning a good living from your massage business? Are you just doing a few massages a week? Are you just massaging friends and family for favours? This will go a long way to establishing what kind of massage table and chair you need.

If you are making enough for a comfortable libing then buying a top of the range massage chair could be a good investment. It will allow you to give even better massages while at the same time appearing more professional - it could increase your income in the long term.

If you're just doing massages for friends and family then there really isn't any point buying an expensive massage table, it would just be a waste of money as in the long run it wouldn't pay off.

Of course that doesn't mean that you should never get a great table, just that you should only buy an expensive one if you can justify the cost! (or if you've got bundles of cash laying around the house)

Choosing the right massage therapy equipment is vital for your business as it can be the difference between a good massage and a great one. If you are doing sports massage then this becomes even more important.

Massage Tables

If you have managed to get a steady stream of clients through the massage door then you'll already be aware of the importance of a good massage table. The table literally can make or break your massage career, as it makes a huge difference to the quality of sports or pleasure massage. If you have a table that won't support a persons weight properly for example, or can't be set at the right height for your back, then you'll definitely have trouble with your massage and the customer experience will no doubt duffer.

So now we've established that the massage table is the most important piece of massage therapy equipment we now need to learn more about them, read on for more information....

Types Of Massage Beds

Like any kind of product, massage beds come in many different shapes, sizes and value for money! The cheapest are little more than a wooden table covered with a cushion and a head rest, while the best have electronic systems for raising and lowering the bed as well as the angle of the back.

Of course which one you choose depends on what kind of massage you do (for example a sports massage therapist will need a more flexible bed) and where you do it. If you visit clients houses, you'll definitely need a portable massage bed, while if they come to you it may be worth splashing out on a higher quality bed to provide your customers with the best possible experience.

For example Evergreen tables make a student bed which has the very basics - leg extensions, foam covering and safety lock - but if you are just starting out this may be a good choice for just £99. However if you are already a professional you''ll want more advanced features than that with the ability to raise and lower the bed no the fly.

Some companies that manufacture massage beds and chairs include Asta, Earthlite, and Banner Therapy.

The prices of the beds can be quite steep. A beginner one will cost around £100 while professional ones can cost a lot more than that. The best way to decide if it is the right one for your business is to read reviews and get recommendations off over massage therapists who can give you an unbiased opinion.