A few of my therapist friends have bought Master couches and they are very happy with them. I've also used them whilst on training courses and they are comfortable.
When you do buy your couch make sure that it's height adjustable as you're likely to find that you need a lower height couch as your techniques improve. Also be aware of the weight as some companies say light weight but the reality is different. The weight is more important if you want to go mobile.
Good luck
I am currently looking for a new couch - think I have found the perfect one but not heard of the company before so wondered if anyone has used or heard of any feedback about
online therapy supplies - I found their advert in Todays Therapist
any feedback or info would be most welcome
Hi Hemelgirl,
your query has given me the incentive to finally register with HP after reading it for the last 9 months!!
I came across online therapy supplies whilst looking for a massage chair in the summer - it's worth checking out e-bay, as I discovered that they also have a shop on there: I bought the exact chair I had chosen from their website (brand new and boxed) but managed to save myself some money!
The item was delivered within a couple of days as promised and was exactly as described, so from my experience, I would be very happy to buy items from them in the future. I'm sure I remember reading on their site that if you're not satisfied, they will collect the item and offer a full refund (but please check this for yourself, just to be sure)
Hope this helps!
Hi Libby
welcome to HP
thanks for the reply and the tip - will check it out although it is a good price on their site, I think it is exactly what I am looking for - the couch that is
I notice zenthings sell the master couches that bestmassage offer, just for a fair bit more. Was looking at massage store and see they have a nifty looking bed for €259 although they won't have it in stock till 22nd of October so are selling it for €229 for people who are willing to wait. Wahey.
Hemelgirl I posted a thread like this a couple of days ago. A few people posted sites for me, you should have a look too. 🙂
https://www.healthypages.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=46907
Hemelgirl
Have a look at Marsh Couch. They are pricey but well worth it. The guy who runs the company will advise you on exactly what you need. Plus if you live in Hemel as your name suggests they are only round the corner from you so you could go & look at them.
yes, they are just down the road from me - have looked at the website and keep meaning to go down - I need to know if they can give me what I want which isnt on the website
will pop down next week
RQ thanks for didgging up your post but I was after advice about a particular company rather than what people's ideal couch was
Hi there,
As an important tool of your trade I think that it well worth giving good consideration to the couch that you buy.
You can buy a multitude of different couches. If possible try them out. Depending on what your requirements are some of the factors that you might take into consideration are:
Height (ideally get one that has adjustable legs),
Weight (if you are likely to be mobile then, ideally you need a lightweight, yet sturdy couch with aluminium legs rather than wooden)
Width (if it is too wide then you might struggle to stretch over the couch during treatment).
Is it sturdy? (it can be distracting for a client and yourself to be on a wobbly table)
If possible, I would recommend that you buy a couch with a face cradle that extends out of the end of the couch, one that is adjustable and one that you can take off when the client is lying on their back.
Consider also how thick the foam is and how comfortable to table will be. Look at customer reviews. There are so many couches that are uncomfortable. It is well worth spending more money to ensure you get the right one for you.
Earthlite and Oakworks are two companies that I can personally vouch for after using their couches. They are not cheap, although I can say that a good couch is so important.
Best of luck
Trin
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I agree with what you say about Earthlite and Oakworks, having massaged clients on them and been a recipient to its wondrous comfort, it's amazing that I managed to get up at all from the massage couch. However, they are pricey, but I am sure well worth it in the long run.
Luv Binah
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Hi I think I may have put this on the thread that RQ has mentioned ... but if you haven't read it then read on! I bought a new couch in May off ebay from a company called Feel Good Massage. I had to bid for it but they seem to have couches on ebay all the time. Anyway it was a great great price.
As Trin said, the one I have has a face cradle which attaches to the end of the couch. My clients think that it is a HUGE improvement on what I had before! It is longer and winder than the average couch but it is so much better for the client - not feet or arms hanging over the edge. I bought a couch cover easily off the internet to fit it and I can pm those details to you if you are interested. It is also height adjustable which is excellent and came with loads of accessories. Really padded too so it's very comfortable.
Anyway I think it is great. It would be worth looking at their site. Hope you find what you are looking for.
thanks for the advice - I was only actually asking about a particular company
I found the couch which fitted all my requirements off ebay - ordered it on the Thursday and it arrived on Tuesday - brilliant
and I managed to sell my old one to a friend who isnt mobile:)
I'm selling my couch
Hi
I have 3 couches - think I have a bit of an obsession - tee hee hee
Anyway, I am in Berkshire so if anyone is interested please let me know. I dont really log on to here so pop me an email at h.whitters@btopenworld.com
One is new and one is used but excellent cond. Both are delux 3 section tables.