Massage and Obesity - massage and bodywork professionals2024-03-28T08:31:54Zhttps://massageprofessionals.com/forum/topics/massage-and-obesity?commentId=2887274%3AComment%3A53071&xg_source=msg_com_forum&feed=yes&xn_auth=noPersonally, I use an Oakworks…tag:massageprofessionals.com,2010-01-08:2887274:Comment:571912010-01-08T23:26:45.082ZCrystal Dawn Suovanenhttps://massageprofessionals.com/profile/CrystalDawnSuovanen
Personally, I use an Oakworks table. It holds 600 pounds and I haven't had any problems with it. The problem was with the clinic's table.<br />
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I have offered to do outcalls, but she is more comfortable in the clinic.
Personally, I use an Oakworks table. It holds 600 pounds and I haven't had any problems with it. The problem was with the clinic's table.<br />
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I have offered to do outcalls, but she is more comfortable in the clinic. All I can remember is that it…tag:massageprofessionals.com,2010-01-08:2887274:Comment:571832010-01-08T23:23:10.616ZCrystal Dawn Suovanenhttps://massageprofessionals.com/profile/CrystalDawnSuovanen
All I can remember is that it wasn't a name brand table. It was a three year old table that had been used in massage school classrooms, but was still under warranty. Some sort of signature table by a man who's 1st name starts with R. The owner of the clinic has been in contact with the guy, but the person want to charge $60 to fix a structural problem for his under warranty product. Lame...<br />
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All I can remember is that it wasn't a name brand table. It was a three year old table that had been used in massage school classrooms, but was still under warranty. Some sort of signature table by a man who's 1st name starts with R. The owner of the clinic has been in contact with the guy, but the person want to charge $60 to fix a structural problem for his under warranty product. Lame...<br />
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<cite>Jason Day said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.massageprofessionals.com/forum/topics/massage-and-obesity?xg_source=msg_com_forum&id=2887274%3ATopic%3A52978&page=2#2887274Comment56961"><div>What massage table are you using that you knew it wouldnt accomodate her weight? I would think any professional table would handle easily 600 lbs.<br/> <br/>
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</blockquote> What massage table are you us…tag:massageprofessionals.com,2010-01-07:2887274:Comment:569612010-01-07T23:25:52.197ZJason Dayhttps://massageprofessionals.com/profile/JasonDay
What massage table are you using that you knew it wouldnt accomodate her weight? I would think any professional table would handle easily 600 lbs.<br />
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What massage table are you using that you knew it wouldnt accomodate her weight? I would think any professional table would handle easily 600 lbs.<br />
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Jason i have had good results with…tag:massageprofessionals.com,2010-01-07:2887274:Comment:566762010-01-07T02:20:07.744Zjill beaulieuhttps://massageprofessionals.com/profile/jillbeaulieu
i have had good results with myofascial release and trigger point release<br />
using positioning to let the adipose tissue fall to the side is helpful, ie. sidelying or placement of a pillow under the abdomen<br />
definitely try sidelying for psoas release or simply work at the point of attachment at the lesser trochanter<br />
i have always included treatment to the muscles of the lower leg to bring some pressure off the feet<br />
for sidelying try using 2 larger sheets one for vertical draping and one between the…
i have had good results with myofascial release and trigger point release<br />
using positioning to let the adipose tissue fall to the side is helpful, ie. sidelying or placement of a pillow under the abdomen<br />
definitely try sidelying for psoas release or simply work at the point of attachment at the lesser trochanter<br />
i have always included treatment to the muscles of the lower leg to bring some pressure off the feet<br />
for sidelying try using 2 larger sheets one for vertical draping and one between the thighs (ask pt to pull it up towards her chest) and for many that WANT to sta…tag:massageprofessionals.com,2010-01-07:2887274:Comment:566612010-01-07T01:36:19.364ZLisahttps://massageprofessionals.com/profile/Lisa53
and for many that WANT to start a weight regiment, many times they can't (again I am speaking from personal experience here) because it just hurts. the more "pain free" days she gets, the more she'll be ABLE to move and more movement equates to a healthier life.<br />
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<cite>Crystal Dawn Suovanen said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.massageprofessionals.com/forum/topics/massage-and-obesity?page=2&commentId=2887274%3AComment%3A56647&x=1#2887274Comment55274"><div>Good advice. Right now I…</div>
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and for many that WANT to start a weight regiment, many times they can't (again I am speaking from personal experience here) because it just hurts. the more "pain free" days she gets, the more she'll be ABLE to move and more movement equates to a healthier life.<br />
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<cite>Crystal Dawn Suovanen said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.massageprofessionals.com/forum/topics/massage-and-obesity?page=2&commentId=2887274%3AComment%3A56647&x=1#2887274Comment55274"><div>Good advice. Right now I think she is contented to just to receive the massage and the rest will come later. She has said that she is pain free for three or more days after a massage. I said great! It's one of the best things she can do to get those stress levels down.<br/> <br/>
<cite>Stephen Jeffrey said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.massageprofessionals.com/forum/topics/massage-and-obesity?commentId=2887274%3AComment%3A55067&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2887274Comment55067"><div>Hi Crystal, MT school doesn't prepare us for everything does it? but maybe life has prepared you better ?<br/> <br/> The way I see it is like this, Your treatments will already be supplying a chemical balance via the feel good factor, then as you two get to know one another ,the more friendly and open the chit chat will become. <u>Do not initiate the conversation wait for her to take the lead in conversation</u> re diet, weight loss or what ever is on her mind at the time. All you have to do is listen and encourage her towards more a positive outlook/action. She will be expecting you to do this, her higher self may just need to " hear it spoken " and so could mark the start of important changes in her life.<br/>
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You can't take a class to match every client/intake/awkward/medicle/ situation, trust your heart and mind and spirit to guide you as you gain experience. You are good MT, you can only get better.<br/>
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<cite>Crystal Dawn Suovanen said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.massageprofessionals.com/forum/topics/massage-and-obesity?id=2887274%3ATopic%3A52978&page=2#2887274Comment53910"><div>Thank you all. And thank you Jenny, I'll read that article. My new client has seen me twice now and scheduled for a third. I wish there was a class in my area for working with obese clients, but I'll have to settle for learning as I go. :)</div>
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</blockquote> I like your answer Stephen...…tag:massageprofessionals.com,2010-01-07:2887274:Comment:566472010-01-07T00:25:01.374ZChoice Kinchenhttps://massageprofessionals.com/profile/ChoiceKinchen
I like your answer Stephen...that could apply to all of our clients that have issues....not just with weight.
I like your answer Stephen...that could apply to all of our clients that have issues....not just with weight. Crystal,
Regarding the table,…tag:massageprofessionals.com,2010-01-06:2887274:Comment:566392010-01-06T22:41:22.351ZGary Brownleehttps://massageprofessionals.com/profile/GaryBrownlee
Crystal,<br />
Regarding the table, yes they will support a lot of <b>static</b> and <b>distributed</b> weight, such as when a person is lying on one. However the danger is when a person is getting on or off the table and all the weight is in one area. Someone usually will be in the middle of the table, and that can be where it is the weakest. I think you made a wise choice of putting the table on the floor. You certainly don't want the table to collapse when they are either getting on or off. Unless…
Crystal,<br />
Regarding the table, yes they will support a lot of <b>static</b> and <b>distributed</b> weight, such as when a person is lying on one. However the danger is when a person is getting on or off the table and all the weight is in one area. Someone usually will be in the middle of the table, and that can be where it is the weakest. I think you made a wise choice of putting the table on the floor. You certainly don't want the table to collapse when they are either getting on or off. Unless your table is exceptionally strong, you would be much safer on the floor with a very heavy person. Good advice. Right now I thin…tag:massageprofessionals.com,2010-01-03:2887274:Comment:552742010-01-03T09:25:18.923ZCrystal Dawn Suovanenhttps://massageprofessionals.com/profile/CrystalDawnSuovanen
Good advice. Right now I think she is contented to just to receive the massage and the rest will come later. She has said that she is pain free for three or more days after a massage. I said great! It's one of the best things she can do to get those stress levels down.<br />
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<cite>Stephen Jeffrey said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.massageprofessionals.com/forum/topics/massage-and-obesity?commentId=2887274%3AComment%3A55067&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2887274Comment55067"><div>Hi Crystal, MT…</div>
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Good advice. Right now I think she is contented to just to receive the massage and the rest will come later. She has said that she is pain free for three or more days after a massage. I said great! It's one of the best things she can do to get those stress levels down.<br />
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<cite>Stephen Jeffrey said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.massageprofessionals.com/forum/topics/massage-and-obesity?commentId=2887274%3AComment%3A55067&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2887274Comment55067"><div>Hi Crystal, MT school doesn't prepare us for everything does it? but maybe life has prepared you better ?<br/> <br/>
The way I see it is like this, Your treatments will already be supplying a chemical balance via the feel good factor, then as you two get to know one another ,the more friendly and open the chit chat will become. <u>Do not initiate the conversation wait for her to take the lead in conversation</u> re diet, weight loss or what ever is on her mind at the time. All you have to do is listen and encourage her towards more a positive outlook/action. She will be expecting you to do this, her higher self may just need to " hear it spoken " and so could mark the start of important changes in her life.<br/>
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You can't take a class to match every client/intake/awkward/medicle/ situation, trust your heart and mind and spirit to guide you as you gain experience. You are good MT, you can only get better.<br/>
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<cite>Crystal Dawn Suovanen said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.massageprofessionals.com/forum/topics/massage-and-obesity?id=2887274%3ATopic%3A52978&page=2#2887274Comment53910"><div>Thank you all. And thank you Jenny, I'll read that article. My new client has seen me twice now and scheduled for a third. I wish there was a class in my area for working with obese clients, but I'll have to settle for learning as I go. :)</div>
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</blockquote> Hi Crystal, MT school doesn't…tag:massageprofessionals.com,2010-01-02:2887274:Comment:550672010-01-02T18:03:19.519ZStephen Jeffreyhttps://massageprofessionals.com/profile/StephenJeffrey
Hi Crystal, MT school doesn't prepare us for everything does it? but maybe life has prepared you better ?<br />
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The way I see it is like this, Your treatments will already be supplying a chemical balance via the feel good factor, then as you two get to know one another ,the more friendly and open the chit chat will become. <u>Do not initiate the conversation wait for her to take the lead in conversation</u> re diet, weight loss or what ever is on her mind at the time. All you have to do is listen…
Hi Crystal, MT school doesn't prepare us for everything does it? but maybe life has prepared you better ?<br />
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The way I see it is like this, Your treatments will already be supplying a chemical balance via the feel good factor, then as you two get to know one another ,the more friendly and open the chit chat will become. <u>Do not initiate the conversation wait for her to take the lead in conversation</u> re diet, weight loss or what ever is on her mind at the time. All you have to do is listen and encourage her towards more a positive outlook/action. She will be expecting you to do this, her higher self may just need to " hear it spoken " and so could mark the start of important changes in her life.<br />
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You can't take a class to match every client/intake/awkward/medicle/ situation, trust your heart and mind and spirit to guide you as you gain experience. You are good MT, you can only get better.<br />
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<cite>Crystal Dawn Suovanen said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.massageprofessionals.com/forum/topics/massage-and-obesity?id=2887274%3ATopic%3A52978&page=2#2887274Comment53910"><div>Thank you all. And thank you Jenny, I'll read that article. My new client has seen me twice now and scheduled for a third. I wish there was a class in my area for working with obese clients, but I'll have to settle for learning as I go. :)</div>
</blockquote> Thank you all. And thank you…tag:massageprofessionals.com,2009-12-28:2887274:Comment:539102009-12-28T20:46:36.777ZCrystal Dawn Suovanenhttps://massageprofessionals.com/profile/CrystalDawnSuovanen
Thank you all. And thank you Jenny, I'll read that article. My new client has seen me twice now and scheduled for a third. I wish there was a class in my area for working with obese clients, but I'll have to settle for learning as I go. :)
Thank you all. And thank you Jenny, I'll read that article. My new client has seen me twice now and scheduled for a third. I wish there was a class in my area for working with obese clients, but I'll have to settle for learning as I go. :)