Both seated massage and table massage are beneficial for clients. Because of its portability, seated massage offers many advantages over table massage for both clients and therapists in some situations. Clients find seated massage affordable and convenient for their busy schedules. A client can spontaneously stop at a seated “massage bar” in a mall or […]
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You can adapt most of the strokes you already know for seated massage with minor modifications. A new technique, called compression, is included here, while the pin–and-stretch technique, discussed more in upcoming chapters, is briefly introduced along with some stretches that are easy and effective when applied in a seated position. The end of this
Lesson 14-2: Seated Massage Techniques Read More »
This topic introduces the basics of seated massage, including the advantages and disadvantages for therapists and clients, the environments where seated massage is practiced, seated massage as part of your career model, and onsite logistics management. Everything you already know about the effects and benefits of massage, cautions and contraindications, body mechanics, and documentation of
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Seated massage (also called chair massage) is a massage applied to a fully clothed client sitting in a specialized chair. Onsite massage refers to massage taken to clients at their businesses or homes, at events, or situated close to businesses they frequent (often called event massage when seated massage is used at an event). Onsite
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