Massage Demystified: What You'll See at Your First Treatment

MASSAGE DEMYSTIFIED WHAT YOU'LL SEE AT YOUR FIRST TREATMENT GOOD HEALTH THROUGH MASSAGE 40% OF VISITS 90% OF CLIENTS to massage parlors are for health reasons said massage relieved their pain 24% OF WOMEN 13% OF MEN reported receiving massages in a 2011 survey reported receiving massages in the same survey WORKSPACE SIZE REQUIREMENTS FOR MASSAGE ROOMS 120 - 140 SQUARE FEET Minimum optimal size for a massage room 3 FEET Minimum room massage therapist needs on all sides of table 72" x 30" 72" x 32" 12" Size of adjustable face rest attached Size of standard Size of deep tissue massage table massage table to massage table MASSAGE COMPONENTS TOOLS OF TOP MASSAGE PARLORS The therapists' hands are the most important tools in massage parlors, but expect to see these items in a treatment room: PADDED MASSAGE TABLE • Client relaxation • Easy access to treatment areas SINK • Hygiene • Preparation of warm cloths LINEN CABINET • Easy access to clean linens so massage doesn't have to be interrupted LOTIONS, CREAMS, OILS • Allow for deeper massage • Prepare skin for treatment • Promote relaxation (aromatherapy) HOT STONES, ROLLERS, CUPS • Loosen muscles and deepen massage INFOGRAPHIC PROVIDED BY: WEST GARDEN www.westgardenspanyc.com Sources http://www.amtamassage.org/articles/2/PressRelease/detail/2545 http://www.justcolleges.com/health-education/massage-schools/massage-therapy-business.htm http://spatrade.com/spa-business/design-massagetouch-therapy-room http://www.massagetherapy.com/media/experiencewhat.php