Massage Equipment & Supplies

Massage equipment and supplies are products used in massaging activities, typically by professional masseuses and masseurs and physical therapists.

Massage tables and beds are probably the most common piece of massage equipment. Specialized massage tables are used to position patients for treatment during massages. A typical commercial massage table has an easily cleaned, usually vinyl or leather, heavily padded surface, and a head support or face recess that allows the client to breathe easily while lying face down. Massage tables and surfaces can be stationary or portable, with the portable versions being of a lighter construction and also designed to fold away easily.

Ergonomic massage chairs serve a similar function as a massage table and are often used for massage treatments of shorter duration. Massage chairs are designed to be easier to transport than massage tables, and will often fold to a relatively compact size. Chair massage is often performed in non-traditional environments such as corporate offices, outdoor festivals, shopping malls, and other public locations.

Other massage equipment can include orthopaedic pillows and variously shaped bolsters, which are used to correct body positioning; often in conjunction with manipulation treatments. Massage supplies principally include the range of oils and lotions used during many massage treatments. Typical massage supplies and equipment will also include sheets and towels, dispensers, disposable paper products, and disinfectants.