What to Look for in a Professional Massage Table

There are many massage tables out there. There are electric tables, flat tables, tables with sideline pillows, tables that can be customized, and so on. How is a massage therapist like you supposed to know which is the best table? With the tons of options, it becomes a task just finding the right one. This is made even harder when you realize that you must find the perfect table not only for you but for your patients. However, it all comes down to a few simple things. When it comes to a professional massage table, one that is ideal for you, you must look for the following:

Is it Ergonomic?

A professional massage table must always be ergonomic. Otherwise, you cannot expect your patients to have the utmost comfort. An ergonomic table ensures the feel, shape, and design of the table is just right to provide support for your patients. Without such a support, your sessions would not meet their highest expectations. Plus, you will not be satisfied watching the patient not have total comfort. A table should be ergonomic, if nothing else.

Can it Be Customized to Your Needs?

A professional massage table is professional because it allows you to customize it to your patients’ needs (as well as your own). If your techniques require things such as sideline pillows or sliding arm extenders, then your table should be able to provide that. Never invest in a massage table that is one size fits all. Every massage therapist has their own preferred techniques and need their own unique massage tables.

Does it Bend for the Body’s Comfort?

A professional massage table should not be flat. No single body is flat. The spine itself bends at the lower back. Therefore, you want a table that supports the body’s natural arch. A massage table that has a bend or a mid-split design, such as the line of Comfort Craft tables, provides patients with complete comfort. The lower back is supported and the massage therapist can easily access the body. Plus, this bend helps the massage therapist remove strain from their body. By using their weight instead of their force, massage therapists like you can extend their careers and eliminate aches in their own bodies.

A professional massage table comes down to its comfort and ability to provide massage therapists with a unique experience tailored to their needs. If you would like to learn more about our Comfort Craft tables, the best on the market, call us at (800)858-2838. Jim loves talking tables!