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how many people do you massage a day?
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Permalink Reply by Melissa Munoz on
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Omg so many errors lol
Hi I'm new and I'm not to sure where to put this. I have a few questions. .. How many massages do you do a day? How much is your liability and where did you get it? If you use a Crock pot for warming up towels at what setting do you put it, cuz I burn my hands sometimes... Sorry about all the questions.
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Permalink Reply by willows_of_saturn on
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Can't answer the other questions as I haven't started professionally yet, but if you're using a crock pot for warming towels, and you're burning your hands, just try to lower the setting a bit, see how that works, if you're burning your hands still, keep adjusting the setting lower until you find the towels warm enough without the burning sensations. ;)
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Permalink Reply by Therese Schwartz on
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I try not to do more than 4 people a day. I've done 5 but it's painful. And I don't schedule more than 20 people a week (I work 6 days a week). I work for myself so I can set my own schedule, but you still have to work when people can get there!
I have liability through ABMP; I pay $199 per year for my membership and insurance combined. I think they have a lower-priced option too. It's excellent coverage and to me the $199 is affordable (especially compared to what I pay for car and home owners insurance).
I don't use hot towels, so I can't help you with that.
Ask as many questions as you want!
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Hi Melissa,
I've been practicing for 8 years now. I usually see 4-5 people per day, 5 days a week. I do recognize that I won't be able to keep up this pace forever.
I also have my liability insurance through ABMP - as quoted Therese at $199 a year. I've been happy with them, and clearly they have a great website that has lots of resources and information.
I do use hot towels, and it would be worth it for you to invest in a hot towel cabi. The cabi will both keep the towels at a good temperature so you won't have to worry about managing that, and some provide an ultraviolet light that keeps them sanitary. I got mine from massage warehouse, and have had it for several years without a problem. Mine is similar to this one: http://www.massagewarehouse.com/products/mini-hot-towel-cabinet-wit...
and has been great for my small massage space.
Amanda
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I would love a hot towel Cabi but im barley starting off so I'm on a budget
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What do you use the hot towels for? I've never used them so I'm curious.
I use heated Bamboo Fusion sticks and heated rice packs.
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Permalink Reply by Stacey Breslin on
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I have been doing massage for 9 years. I am currently self employed, 20 clients or 20 actual hands on client hours is considered as full time for a Massage Therapist.
My liability insurance is through ABMP. I do the Certified membership which I believe is $229 per year. It is worth every penny. You get a free website, lots of great tools such as client forms, Massage & Bodywork/Body Sense Magazine, networking forum, discounts from places such as Vista Print, Verizon Wireless, Dell, etc.
If you are burning your hand use a lower setting and make sure that you don't have it on all day if you don't need to. I generally turn my crock on for my hot stones at low setting half an hour before my client is to arrive and turn it up during their massage.
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I like to use hot towels. I use one for the back just to take the oil off and give the client a little extra cuz hot towels feels great. And I use two on there feet I put peppermint just in case they have smelly feet lol
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20 per week I meant to say
Stacey Breslin said:I have been doing massage for 9 years. I am currently self employed, 20 clients or 20 actual hands on client hours is considered as full time for a Massage Therapist.
My liability insurance is through ABMP. I do the Certified membership which I believe is $229 per year. It is worth every penny. You get a free website, lots of great tools such as client forms, Massage & Bodywork/Body Sense Magazine, networking forum, discounts from places such as Vista Print, Verizon Wireless, Dell, etc.
If you are burning your hand use a lower setting and make sure that you don't have it on all day if you don't need to. I generally turn my crock on for my hot stones at low setting half an hour before my client is to arrive and turn it up during their massage.
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Sounds like a nice thing to do for the clients! I work on my husband every week and he loves being scrubbed down with a towel, even though I don't heat it. I don't do that with anyone else though - between the bamboo sticks and essential oils, body cushions, etc, I have enough to keep up with!
Peppermint is a great thing to have available. :)
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I just bought the peppermint yesterday I already love it lol. What do you do with the bambo sticks?
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I have my liability insurance through AMTA. I believe it is $235 for professional. (They offer a discount for students and new graduates).
I don't use hot towels. But that is something I may look into because it sounds wonderful!
I work in a chiropractors office. I typically work 6 hour shifts. Most days I am booked solid. So I work 6 straight hours 4 days week and the occasional Saturday. I honestly do not think I will be working those hours too much longer. It is extremely hard on my body. 4 or 5 hour shifts would be easier or at least a half hour break somewhere after 3/4 hrs. But like most new therapists I needed the money so I agreed to those hours. I have learned my lesson. And will be decreasing my hours in the near future.
Do you plan to have your own home business or rent a room?
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