Recommended Supplies for Mobile Massage Therapists

Packing for mobile massage can be tricky. You don’t want to come tumbling into someone’s house with so much stuff that it looks like you’re moving in, but you also want to insure you have everything you need.

Here are my favorite supplies! Full disclosure, this post contains some affiliate links.

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Massage Table

Master Massage 30” Bel Air Pro Light Weight Aluminum Portable Massage Table

My biggest piece of advice: GET A LIGHT TABLE! I hurt my back when I attempted mobile massage with a heavy wooden-legged table. I recommend that you pick a table under 30 pounds. Some people recommend those trolleys but I’m not a fan. It’s one more thing to bring, it can get dirty, which you’re then bringing into your clients’ homes, and it’s difficult to navigate on stairs.

Massage Oil Double Holster

Earthlight Bottle Holster

Because I have fewer surfaces to put my items, I like using a double holster. One side for oil and the other for lotion.

Duffle Backpack

Bosidu Gym Duffle Bag for Men & Women

Some of our items fit in the massage table bag but it’s pretty impossible to fit it all in there! I recommend using this duffle backpack to bring linens, lotion, etc.

Folding Stool

TG Cushioned Stool

This stool folds up nice and flat. You can store it in the pocket in the front of your table bag or even inside of your table bag, next to the table.

Table Heater

Wellhut Table Warmer

My clients absolutely RAVE about the table heater. It’s especially important for mobile because sometimes you have to set up in a cold basement. There is a Master Brand as well that lots of people use but they never lasted long for me.

Waterproof Pillowcase Covers

Biloban Waterproof Covers

I use these for pillows and also for storing dirty and clean linens. They’re a must in my practice!

Small Wet Bags

La Petite Ourse Wet Bags

I use these bags to store cups in. Bring a clean set of 4-8 cups in each bag and return to the bag when they are dirty. Wash your cups as usual and toss the bag in the wash with the sheet. To remember which bags have dirty cups, wrap the wristband around the top of the bag and secure with the snap.

Clock/Watch

Silicone Nurses Watch

I love these little nurses watches even though my husband Jordan makes fun of me for being a nerd! lol. I clip it to my holster waistband. Another option is a little battery operated clock, but be aware that they are not backlit, so if the room gets dim, they can be hard to see. Another option is to use your phone as a clock (the FLIPCLOCK app is handy!) but be aware it kills the battery life (both for that day and also forces you to replace the battery sooner), so make sure you bring a charger with you.

Lotion

Ginger Lilly Fragrance Free Lotion

I like using lotion for the feet and hands. Most of my clients have hardwood floors and they don’t like oily footprints on them! Please be aware that this lotion is not slick enough to use for a full body massage.

Holly Oil

Holly Oil by Body Best

Holly oil is my favourite oil for massage! It washes out of sheets nicely, is hypoallergenic, and is reasonably priced. I also like Myo-ther’s Signature Massage Lotion. I usually buy these both from my local supply store, Healthcare and Rehab Supplies in Calgary, AB. But both can be found on Amazon as well.

Massage Sheets & Pillowcase Covers

Earthlite Premium Sheets

My clients rave about my silky microfibre sheets. Click here for the pillowcases.

Fleece Blankets

Grey Fleece Throw

At $3 a piece, you can’t really go wrong with these blankets. I’m a huge fan of washing blankets after EVERY massage, so it’s nice that these are very thin. If you’d like a higher quality blanket, these Bedsure Blankets from Amazon are a great option!

Vinyl Cover

Master Protective Cover

I love this vinyl cover for over my table warmer. For sanitary reasons you shouldn’t have your sheets right on top of your table warmer.

First Aid Kit

Compact First Aid Kit

This is important to have. Bring it in your supply bag - you don’t want to have to run out to your car in an emergency. Many first aid kits do not have CPR shields, so you may want to add one of those as well.

Lint Rollers

Pet Lover’s Lint Rollers

Extra sticky lint rollers. One word: DOGS! IYKYK.

Towels

Amazon Basics Cotton Handtowels

I bring three hand towels to each appointment. One for the stool, one for the bathroom to dry my hands and wipe the vanity, and one to assist with draping or set cups on.

Pillows

Blue Whale Pillow

These $5 pillows just can’t be beat. Swing by your local Wal-Mart and grab three. One for under the client’s ankles, and two others for when you need to do sidelying.

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Slip on Shoes

Vans Classic Slip On

Ain’t nobody got time for tying laces!

Table Wipes

Myo-Ther Genie Plus Wipes

These wipes are great to use on your table and stool. SAFE FOR VINYL!

Medistik

Medistik Pain Relief Spray

I like this spray because I can target the areas that need it and it travels easily! For sanitary reasons, don’t use the roll on or stick style on clients. Use our code OWI15 for 15% off!

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