Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Chapter 2 Massage Equipment and Environmental Considerations
Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Topic 2-1: Massage Equipment The Massage Table –Stationary table: spas and clinic environments. –Portable tables: fold up for easy transport. –Massage mat (Shiatsu mat): large padded surface that rests on floor.
Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Topic 2-1: Massage Equipment All items and tools therapists use in massage practice. –Well made, safe, attractive, comfortable for client. –Should not cause undue stress to therapist’s body. –Research brands. –Understand options. –Compare products. –Homemade equipment may be unsafe.
Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Topic 2-1: Massage Equipment Massage Table Features –Frame –Face Cradle –Width –Height –Length –Padding and Cover
Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Topic 2-1: Massage Equipment Massage Table Features (cont’d) –Arm Shelf –Bolsters –Carrying Case and Rolling Cart –Massage Stool –Step Stool
Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Topic 2-1: Massage Equipment Massage Chair –Used for on-site massage; client remains fully clothed in seated position. Linens –Massage Sheets –Face Cradle and Bolster Covers –Towels; Blankets –Linen Storage
Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Topic 2-1: Massage Equipment Assessment and Clinical Equipment –Posture Grid –Plumb Line –Hydrotherapy Equipment –Blood Pressure Equipment
Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Topic 2-1: Massage Equipment Client Warming Equipment –Heat Lamps –Table Pads –Fomentek –Warm or Hot Packs
Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Topic 2-1: Massage Equipment Massage Tools –Protect therapists from stresses during certain techniques. –Before using, tell client you will use it, explain benefits, make sure client is comfortable with it. –Sanitize all massage tools.
Copyright © 2013 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Topic 2-1: Massage Equipment Other Massage Room Supplies –Reference Library –Clock –Storage Area –Wastebasket –Music System –Supplies for Cleanliness and Safety