05/31/2026
I’m demonstrating a couple of ways massage can be provided directly from a client’s wheelchair. But if a client prefers to transfer onto the treatment table, we can absolutely do that too.
For transfers, I offer assistance but never insist on it. A helpful tip: the same foot pedal used to adjust the treatment table height can also be used by hand. If a client declines assistance, I simply place the controls within reach so they can adjust the table independently.
With permission, I move their wheelchair to create space to work around the table. At the end of the session, I offer assistance again. Some clients accept, some decline, and others prefer only help getting into a seated position before I step out. They’re always given the controls, their wheelchair is returned to where they want it, and they’re reminded there’s no rush getting ready afterward.
Accommodations don’t have to be complicated. They just require a little planning, communication, and flexibility.
If you’re a wheelchair user, I hope this gives you a better idea of what to expect when booking a massage with me.
And if you’re a Massage Therapist, I hope it gives you a few more options to consider when adapting your treatments to meet clients where they’re at. ♿️💙
