Every massage therapist needs a professional massage table and equipment to do his or her work. Portable, compact, and lightweight massage tables and beds are ideal for house calls or on-site treatments such as spa and facial services. A portable massage table made of lighter woods like birch provides maximum strength in a lightweight material. Hydraulic or electrically adjustable tables are ideal for clinic or permanent settings where additional therapeutic services are provided, as they tend to be heavier and less portable.

Sports massage tables must offer the most support, up to 650 lbs. or more, keeping in mind that it has to not only support large athletes, but also the weight of the massage therapist in some measure as well. For Shiatsu massage, Reiki and reflexology, tables come with special end panels and firm padding to support kneeling positions.

For spa treatments, a massage table must be able to be used in wet and dry environments. This specialized spa equipment must have a durable vinyl top for easy cleanup as well. Facial beds have specially designed headrests and must provide extreme comfort for their users. Most massage tables are in the mid-hundreds of dollars, while the most high-end tables can exceed the one thousand dollar mark.

Massage table accessories can sweeten any deal. Carrying cases, adjustable face and head rests, pregnancy table optional openings, arm rests and foot rests are some of the advanced options for tables that will allow for variety in services performed. Your massage bed should be optimized for as many different services as possible. Lastly, professional massage tables should offer rounded corners to prevent injury to either you or your client.