Thank you so much for your advice really helpful to hear of others experiencesI lover my seat... and place the clients foot flat on my knee... or ... you could have your client laying on the couch.. with knees over the end... which would be very relaxing position for the client... then her lower leg is completely free for you to work on... a small stool or little table would be needed for the foot soak.... if fact the latter sounds so comfy i might try this next time....