Long ago when massage chairs were introduced they were simply lounge chairs that had built in vibrators. They have come a long way since then. The innovations and improvements have added to the therapeutic value of these machines. There is little doubt on the physical and psychological benefits of massage to almost any age of the user. The incorporation of so many facilitating features has certainly added to the complexities of this equipment. That makes it very important for the consumers to know what they are getting from a machine they might intend buying. So, here are a few things you would find interesting and helpful while choosing a massager.
Generally, a modern massage chair is designed to offer different types of motions during massaging. You should look for one that provides these three forms of massage. One type of massage is generally known as Shiatsu. Such a massage horizontally kneads your back muscles from side to side on both the sides of your backbone. Though real Shiatsu is a very complicated technique, the basic idea is that only. Further there are many kinds of Shiatsu. You should try to understand the maximum of what the Shiatsu mechanism of the chair is going to do to your back.
The second kind of motion offers mild pounding and drumming up and down the back like little chops or a shower massage.
The third style of motion is a roller motion that goes up and down on both the sides of your spine. This goes to lengthen and relax the muscles of the spine and back.
Most chairs have automated programs to combine all three motions. Some of the programs are for changing the intensity of the massage while others are for changing the type of massage, so you should understand the functioning of different programs.
Some of the latest massage chairs provide leg and foot massage. They certainly deliver good results and are worth having. Some are provided even with arm massage devices. However, these do not prove to be as effective as the leg, back and foot massage. Most of the massage chairs have tilting arrangements so that the chair could be inclined to different angles. This feature heightens the effects of massage. Some of them are designed to recline up to full 180o to get the best out of massage.
You may wonder that all the good quality hairs are made from leather, but as a matter of fact they use vinyl and synthetic leather. But, there are technical reasons for not using leather. You see, most of the massagers are provided with built-in heaters. Leather can’t bear frequent changes of temperature and will get dried and crack ultimately. Likewise, leather is unable to withstand the constant motion of the back rollers. Rather than having spoiled and cracked leather that spoils the looks and gets uncomfortable for the user, the manufacturers use specially made synthetic materials with natural looks that can withstand temperature variations and constant motion, the necessary features of any good massager. It’s just a sales gimmick if the company claims to be using natural leather. As you can understand, leather is not functional for such applications and it’s good to rely upon good quality vinyl or synthetic leather, which you may find difficult to differentiate from natural leather.
It’s of utmost importance to understand the warranty clause of the provider. You should understand that all the movements are controlled electronically, though the main source of motion is an electric motor. Generally, you won’t have any major break down, but it is good to know how to tackle the situation arising out of any breakdown of whatever type. Suppose you main motor stops working soon after you bought the equipment! Wouldn’t you like it getting repaired at your place rather than sending it back to the supplier and bear all the expense of shipping and connected bother? So, you are better prepared to handle such situations if you know what all is covered by warranty and for how long.
