Would buying portable massage tables and using extra heated padding and plush blankets give the same feeling as buying stationary massage tables.

Thanks

Not all massage tables are built the same.  Personally I prefer a hydraulic table.  You never know the girth of the person who is going to be on the table.  Having a hydraulic table enables you to adjust the height of the table after the person is on it.  This will save the wear and tear on your therapists body.  It also comes in handy if you need to apply deeper pressure.  As the lower the table the easier it is to apply greater pressure.  In addition, when a person is on a hydraulic table you can elevate their head and feet easily to take the pressure off of their low back.   In a portable table you do not have this option.  Hydraulic tables also have arm extenders, and head and feet extenders.  This allows for a wider table or a longer table if needed.  Most portable to not have this option. Portable tables will get squeaky after a while they are not as sturdy.  Keys for comfort is in the padding.  At least 3″ prefer 3 1/2 to 4″ of padding for comfort.  For heating the table, make sure the heat is not directly on the table.  If the table is leather or plastic the heat will dry it out.  I like to use a lambskin in between for additional comfort or a tempurpedic  twin topper cut to size for protection.   If you are doing a detox, then an electric blanket or heating pad will not be adequate, you will need an electric ETS or Bioslim  Thermal Blanket usually has a timer and heat zones.  So the client is fully wrapped not just warmed if you are doing a wrap.

If I can further assist you please let me know.

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Mushrooming of the so called Ayurvedic massage parlors and spas sans qualified Ayurvedic therapists is posing a threat to the health of customers as well as the credibility of the Indian stream of medicine, say experts.

During the past few years, a lot of centers have sprung up offering ayurvedic massages and therapies as part of wellness treatments and they often “dilute” the treatment methods for making a quick buck, they say.

“Even though this shows the growing popularity of Ayurveda, the attempt to dilute the system for purely commercial interests will do great harm to this stream of medicine,” said Dr U Indulal, Deputy Director, Arya Vaidya Pharmacy, Coimbatore.

Echoing his view, Dr C Madhusoodanan, Chief of the Ayurveda wing at Kumaran Hospital, Chennai, said many of the centres do not even have doctors, proper facilities, medicinal oils or qualified therapists.

“This would even paint a wrong picture about this ancient system of medicine not only among the people of the country but also the foreigners who show interest in Ayurveda.”

Unlike other streams of treatment like Allopathy and Homeopathy, Ayurveda has treatments that help rejuvenation and wellness. This trait makes it vulnerable to be excessively commercialised, he said.

“To do an oil massage as per the Ayurvedic texts, we need seven therapists and a systematic method has to be adopted as per the advice of the doctor. The choice of oil, massage, preparations etc are prescribed after evaluating the condition of the patient.” 

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Question From Mckensi

I recently did a full body exfoliation and seaweed body treatment. Our spa is a very small spa with no showers. After the client was taken out of the heated bed and I began to wipe the seaweed off, she complained of being very cold. Is there a technique I’m not aware of to keep the client warm? Thank you!!

 
There are several things you can do to keep your client warm during the product removal, first make sure you check the temperature of the room.  The room temperature should be comfortable for the guest not the service provider.  So, make sue that the AC is not blowing or blowing directly down on the guest.  Next make sure that you have a heated table.  You can use a twin size electric mattress cover or an electric blanket.  A solar blanket also helps to retain the clients body temperature.  When you go to wipe off the product only use hot towels.  Apply Wipe and then Apply and wipe again.  Cover the area cleaned with a fresh towel and solar blanket to keep it warm as you go.  Remember any area that is wet or damp will feel cold to the client.  Keep the feet warm with microwavable booties.
 
Hope these tips help.  If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.
 
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