Overweight Massage ClientThe typical overweight massage client will have no trouble getting on your massage chair. You will not have problems with the majority of clients who are moderately over their ideal body weight.However, some clients will be too big for the massage chair to safely hold them or they will not feel comfortable trying to get on the massage chair. Don't worry--just try your best to improvise. Always try to be near some sturdy chairs in a mall, airport, or office building. If you know that you will not be somewhere with sturdy chairs, you can bring a sturdy folding chair with you to sit on in between clients. You will need a good chair if you will be at an all-day sporting event or a health fair. Never make the large client feel like you are going out of your way and that it is an inconvenience. You are there to make the client feel better, not to embarrass him/her. Do not say anything to the client about dieting or eating habits. Chances are, that client gets nagged enough by family, friends, and co-workers. Just be supportive and give the very best seated massage you are capable of giving. Always respect each client and try to be prepared for a variety of situations. You will learn more as you gain more experience in seated massage. You may want to consider bringing a sturdy massage table with a step stool to use for some of your larger clients, especially if you have one with extra width or a side panel to give the client a little more room. It will be an inconvenience for you to bring linens with you, but it may come in handy.
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