The Massage Table: A Massage Therapist's Best Friend
Carrying cases, foam quality and layer count, adjustable arms and shelves, end plates and cable release systems -- a lot goes into the design and manufacturing of massage tables.

What to Look For in a Massage Table
Looking to start or develop your career as a massage therapist? A massage table is the most essential tool of any massage therapist, and a little education will go a long way in choosing one.

There are over 100 manufacturers of massage tables out there. How do you know which one to go with? Here are some key things to keep in mind when looking at massage tables:

1. Your workplace.
Do you work in a hospital or office, where you need a stationary massage table? Or do you need a portable massage table for visiting clients?

2. Your clients.
Do you work with older patients who may be shorter? Do you work with tall athletes who might need a longer massage table? Do you have any pregnant clients? (Specialty prenatal massage tables are available).

3. Your business.
Are you just starting out, and looking at massage tables that fit your office space and your budget? Have you been in massage therapy for a while and want to upgrade?

Working as a Massage Therapist
Job opportunities are predicted to be great for massage therapists in the next decade. Two years ago, the average hourly earnings of massage therapists was $15.32/hour, but it depends on the region and the gratuities as well (a big part of your income as a massage therapist). With certification, a massage therapist can work almost anywhere, including hospitals and clinics.