How to Buy a Portable Massage Table

Portable masage tables are cheaper than stationary models, and can last a lifetime if properly maintained.

A massage therapist is only as good as the service provided. Part of providing this service is having the appropriate tools of the profession. Besides her hands, the most important tool for a massage therapist would be a good massage table. A portable massage table should be durable and safe for customers of different proportions. Listed are some suggestions for massage professionals when buying a portable massage table.

Instructions

1. Determine the professional specifications recommended by licensing bodies and other professional massage associations for portable massage tables.

2. Go on the Internet and search for brands that offer strength and stability. The table needs to be able to fold easily and store in a convenient manner. The table should have metal joints and support-locking mechanisms that will maintain their structural integrity through repeated use.

3. Seek out brands that have a history of reliability. The rest area materials need to be made of tear-resistant fabrics and have the ability to withstand deterioration when coming in contact with cleaning agents.

4. Search for accessories that will enhance the overall massage experience. Headrests, leg rests and cervical supports are accessories that portray a professional image while enhancing the value of the table itself.

5. Buy from a retailer that supports its products with liberal return polices and strong warranties.

Tips & Warnings

• The best deals on massage tables usually come as a package deal, including a headrest, forward arm shelf, and carrying case.

• Aluminum massage tables are lighter than wood massage tables, which makes them ideal for mobile therapists.

• Don't forget to look at the warranty details before purchasing your massage table.

References

• Choosing Massage Table Equipment
• Massage Table Comparison'
• Massage Tables

Resources

• American Massage Therapy Association