Table vs. Chair Massage: Which is Best?

Did you know there was a difference in how you receive a massage?

Well, most people think that you need to be semi-clothed and lying down on a table slathered in essential oils. But, this is not the only way you can enjoy massage. Did you realize you can also receive a massage sitting down, fully clothed in the comfort of your workplace or office setting? Here I will explain the differences between table and chair massage as well as their benefits.

What is chair massage & what is it good for?

Chair massage is a portable chair that can be mobile in workplaces and offices for corporate massage. It can be elevated or angled so that the massage therapist can focus on areas such as the spine, shoulders and back.  It is good for clients who want a centralized focus on upper body therapy along with the comfort of being clothed in a semi-private space.  

What are the benefits of chair massage?

There are abundant benefits to chair massage, here are my 10 favourite: 

1. Lowers anxiety and stress

2. Relieves muscle pain and headaches

3. Improves sleep quality

4. Increases range of mobility and circulation

5. Greater sense of well-being

6. Boosts immune system

7. Increases accuracy and creative thinking in the workplace

8. Decreases workplace injuries and sick days

9. Lowers blood pressure

10. Typical massage time is 5-30 minutes

What is table massage & what is it good for?

Table massage can be stationary but also portable, which can be used for massage in a quiet setting within an office.  Registered Massage Therapists can focus on various therapies that include: Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Shiatsu Massage, Lymphatic Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Myofascial Cupping, Pre-natal and Post-natal Massage. It is good for clients who want to focus on full body therapies with specific needs to their muscle groups while being semi-clothed in a private environment. 

What are the benefits of table massage?

There are a plethora of benefits to table massage, here are my 5 favourite: 

1. Relaxation, reduce muscle tension and knots

2. Reduces anxiety and joint pain

3. Cradles and uplifts body

4. Increases flexibility and mobility

5. Typical massage time 30 mins or longer

What’s the verdict?

When it comes to massage therapy, which is best: chair or table? It all comes down to preference, comfortability, privacy, and the treatment you’d like to receive. All in all the benefits of chair and table massage are both the same. If you like to relax, improve your well-being and health, there’s no better way to do so, especially in the workplace. So, what is your favorite type of massage: chair or table and why?