What size hot towel cabinet do I need?
To determine the right size of hot towel cabinet for your practice, you have to take into account the size of the salon or spa. The smallest hot towel cabinet holds about 12 small facial towels or washcloths, a standard one would be suitable from 24 up to 30 pieces, while the largest hot towel cabinet on the market has 45L and can hold up to 144 small towels. If your salon is small or medium-sized, the safest option would be an 8L hot towel cabinet. Make sure it also has a UV sterilizing function to ensure proper hygiene without taking up too much space or spending more on two separate units.
What equipment do I need to add massage therapy to my chiropractic practice?
It's likely that your chiropractic office already has an exam table, massage bolsters and sacral blocks, rolling utility carts, rolling stools, step stools, and maybe even a hot towel cabinet. To start offering massages to your existing clients or to attract new ones, you only need a few more massage therapy supplies and the good news is you can get them all from ScripHessco. While massage tables can easily be substituted with chiropractic therapy and exam tables that you already have, portable massage chairs will come in handy, won't take up much space, and they aren't an expensive investment to make. If the office space and budget allow it, consider adding a hydrotherapy massage table.
Once you have all the bulky equipment sorted out, start looking for massage tools, but only buy what you are sure you are going to use. You can choose from roller massagers, deep tissue knobbers, hot and cold stones, powered massagers, cupping therapy sets, and weighted massage tools that save your thumbs and wrists from fatigue. You can also take care of your fingers with a thumb saver. Other massage products you are going to need are creams, lotions, and oils, while aromatherapy supplies like essential oils, scented candles, and diffusers are optional.
Should I use powered or manual massage tools?
One does not exclude the other, so you can use both manual massage tools and powered massagers in your practice. The main advantage of electric massagers is that they can provide deeper treatments while giving your wrists and hands a much-needed break. Choose a powerful, versatile unit, like ScripHessco Muscle Master Power Massager 2.5 AMPS, 3500-2800 RPM, but don't cast aside wooden, thermoplastic, or solid silicone massage tools.
Can I use my adjustment table for massage therapy?
If you don't have enough space in your office to accommodate different types of stationary tables, consider getting a portable massage table. While you can use adjustment benches and drop tables for massages when needed, you have to take into account that standard massage tables are generally wider than chiropractic ones. When giving massages, table width is important for client comfort and relaxation and it might not be a good idea to cut corners here.
Other than a massage chair or table, what do I need to outfit a massage room?
Once you have the room fitted with your ideal mix of massage tables, beds, and massage chairs, the rest of the massage equipment won't take up too much space. While high-end massage tables come with storage space underneath and are fitted with warming drawers, standard tables would benefit from an additional massage linen cabinet, a rolling cart, and a hot towel cabinet. Rolling utility carts are extremely useful for storing and moving massage supplies around the table and can be considered true mobile workstations. You can keep on them several small massage tools, an essential oil diffuser, and massage oil bottles that you often need during a therapy session. Speaking of oils, you want to get such massage supplies wholesale. The same goes for lotions, creams, aromatherapy supplies, towels, linens, and massage table covers.
