Chapter 7 Beck Test Flashcards
Optimal temperature for a massage room is
72 to 75°
Massage rooms must have good
Ventilation
Lighting in a massage room should be
Indirect, reflective, or soft
A massage practitioners most important piece of equipment is the
Massage table
A massage table needs to have
1 to 2” of padding
What does the right massage table height depend on?
Style of massage, size of client, and LMT preference
A width of ____ is too narrow, not enough room for the arms
27”
The ideal massage table length is
76”
The three areas of a massage business
Massage area, business area, and bathroom area
The massage area must also include
A stool, lube, and bolsters
The size of a massage room should be at least
10 x 12‘
The best covering for a massage table is
Vinyl
To clean vinyl use
Soap and water
Deep tissue workers prefer
Lotion
Why is mineral oil not recommended?
Dries out skin, clogs pores, and depletes nutrition