Massage Chairs Augment Your Spinal Therapy

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by James Knolan

Your back is critical to your the long term vitality and mobility. You may know someone who has hurt their back or perhaps you have felt some discomfort every now and then. These small perturbations to the spine can impair your ability to get around and live a normal life. The top chiropractors use massage chairs to provide therapy and treatments to aid in health of the spine.

Chiropractors are trained in holistic back health. Their main role is to determine the cause of your discomfort and then to provide treatments to restore your back’s health. There are a variety of treatments which can be applied to restore your spine back to health.

Your back consists of many bones, muscles and soft tissues. These are held together in a complex array which gives us the tremendous flexibility and mobility we enjoy. The chiropractor must figure out what is the cause of our issue and then provide a range of therapies to get all the bones, muscles and soft tissues to regain their prior vitality.

Chiropractors employ a variety of techniques to induce the spine to return to its original health. Manipulation is direct action by the chiropractor. Hands are used to apply specific pressure and angles to adjust specific areas of the back. Other treatments employed are electrical stimulation, stretching, massage and physical therapy. Massage chairs can provide some of these treatments and are used by some of the top chiropractors.

Massage chairs have a variety of therapeutic treatments for spinal therapy. Chiropractors make use of the varied capabilities of massage chairs. Some of the advanced therapies in a massage chair are various massage techniques, heat therapy, and traction systems.

Massage therapies included in many of the top massage chair models include shiatsu, kneading, chopping, deep tissue, Swedish, finger press and more. These can be applied to a specific area or point. The flexibility and the precision of the targeting give good control over the therapy being applied.

These massage therapies can be used to target specific areas of the spine or the back in general. The massage therapies help to loosen tight muscles and to restore flexibility. Some massage therapies help to reduce lactic acid and other toxins that may build up in the body.

Heat therapy is used to help reduce swelling, enhance blood flow and to promote greater flexibility. Some of the advanced massage chairs have integrated heaters into different parts of the chair. The heat can be applied to specific areas or can be applied to the whole body.

Some of the advanced massage chairs available have integrated traction systems. These traction systems can stretch out parts of the body ranging from the legs, shoulders and even the arms. The chair can provide the stretching function in conjunction with other therapies.

Although everyone wants to avoid going to the doctor, there are many reasons to seek the proper care for your situation. If you are in doubt about your situation, consult with your health care provider for the proper treatment for you.

A chiropractors role is to align everything up to its prior functioning capabilities and once he or she has done so the rest of the body will be back in good order. By means of manipulation, adjustments, and realignment, a chiropractors job is to put everything back into place. With his or her hands a chiropractor uses force to joint and thereby moving the defective part beyond its normal capabilities. Many chiropractors have found massage chairs to be very helpful with spinal therapy and recovery.

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Stress Relief: A Massage Chair Brings Comfort

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by James Knolan

A day spa is a great place to go to relax. You can find many different massage therapies to relieve your tensions and anxieties. For most of us, the use of a day spa may be once a week or maybe a few times a week. The occasional day at the spa helps to relieve stress that has built up over the course of a week or a few days. Unfortunately, the stress reduction from an afternoon at the spa lasts for the rest of the day. Stress and anxiety is ongoing and doesn’t stop at the day spa. You can have daily stress relief with a shiatsu massage chair recliner.

Many studies show that therapeutic massage reduces feelings of anxiety and stress while helping to be more relaxed and alert. A stress relief massage aids in relaxation while contributing to emotional feelings of wellness and greater peace of mind. Shiatsu massage chairs have specialized functons to relieve tired, sore and aching muscles to help you relax and feel better.

An effective shiatsu massage clears the mind of stress and improves the ability to respond mentally. Relieving the mind of stress allows it to be relaxed, calm and more creative. Music therapy is important for inducing relaxation, by calming and quieting the mind. The removal of pertubations of the mind during massage induces whole body relaxation. The best massage chair manufacturers include MP3 players and synchronize the massage to the music. These shiatsu massage recliners are very comfortable and provide for a very relaxing experience.

Massage has a strong, positive impact on stress and anxiety. Doctors and researchers are noting that patients have lower blood pressure, increased circulation, heal from injury quicker, and sleep sounder. There are shiatsu massage recliners that can provide massage therapy effectively to the entire back, the lower body and the hands and arms. These massage chairs provide total body massage therapies effectively relieving stress while helping relatation.

Massage therapy can help reduce depression. If the body is stressed and it cannot relax, then this can lead to anxiety which may start thoughts of negativity. Using a shiatsu massage chair daily can decrease anxiety and reduce tension which increases the body’s energy and wellness. Increases in energy and wellness helps to increase one’s self image by removing images of negative self-worth. Reverse the cycle with the help of a shiatsu massage chair.

With a shiatsu massage chair, one does not have to give up trips to the day spa. A massage chair will increase the frequency of access to massage therapy which helps to provide daily relief. Day spas offer treatments that you cannot get with a massage chair, such as a sauna or peels or wraps. Maybe we will see these in the future as technology advances, but for now a routine massage or an evening in a massage chair can really work wonders on your physical and mental well-being.

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Myth Buster: More Motors Make a Massage Chair Better

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by James Knolan

Every industry has its myth about products, technology or features. The massage chair industry is no different and many myths have been put forward. One paticularly persistent one is about the number of motors. This myth claims that the more motors the better. There were claims of shiatsu massage chairs having 6, 10 or even 18 motors. Of course, having more motors can be advantegeous, but also has tradeoffs. Are these claims sustainable in reality. This myth is put to the test.

This myth buster will challenge the more motors the better the chair. There are inherent advantages to having more motors, such as more massage movements. As with anything, there are tradeoffs, such as quantity versus quality. Can a massage chair with 18 motors have the same quality motors in a chair with only 3 motors? Keep in mind that motors are one of the most expensive items in a massage chair. Since, motors are not cheap, as the number of motors increases, the cost of the chair increases holding the quality level equal. Obviously, there is a great chance as motors are added; the quality level of the motors will drop.

The motors used in a massage chair must be allocated space within the chair. If more motors are used, then more mechanism must be installed around each motor to drive whatever massage function. More and more real estate in the massage chair is used to accommodate additional motors. Motors are fairly heavy, weighing 2 lbs to 5 lbs each. If the massage chair has 18 motors at 5 lbs each, that is 90 lbs just in motors. Adding additional motors increases the weight of the chair and takes up valuable real estate within the chair.

How is the quality of massage with more or less motors? High end luxury massage chairs generally have 3 high quality motors to power the back massage rollers. There are individual motors to run the kneading massage and to run the tapping massage. The third motor drives the roller unit up and down the chair back. The tapping and kneading motors can be run simultaneously for the shiatsu massage.

If you examine the top of the line massage chairs, most use 1 motor to move the rollers up and down the chair back and 2 motors are used for the kneading and for the tapping. If the design runs each left and right roller independent, then this is done with 5 motors. The motors in this case do not provide any further massage capabilities, but will put less wear and tear on the motors, since their duties are split. Again, neat design, but no real improvement in the actual massage delivered.

If the motor does not create a new and unique massage, then what value does it add? Why have more motors and potentially more problems? The simpler the design, the higher the quality and the less problems down the road. Remember, each motor needs to have controls, software, wiring, etc. to integrate it into the overall massage chair. This drives complexity, increases the testing required to ensure quality and if cheaper motors are substituted, then reduces reliability. Do not buy into the myth that more motors the better for a shiatsu massage chair. Simple is always better!

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Stress and Anxiety Relief with a Massage Chair

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by James Knolan

What is stress? Stress is our response from a stimulus in the environment. Your body uses stress as a way of preparing the body for action. When you react to stress your body kicks into a higher state of alert. Everybody reacts differently depending on the type of stimulus, but the symptoms of stress are fairly consistent across individuals. Most common are aches, stiffness and pain in the back and shoulder areas. Massage chairs provide various massage treatments to reduce the tightness, soreness and discomfort.

Many times stress is prolonged as we ruminate over a situation in our mind. As our mind is running in circles, all the nervous energy is stored in the body and is not being released. This type of stress damages the body because the body is ready to take immediate action, but all the action is going on in the mind.

Relationships is a major contributor to stress and anxiety. Whether it is simple things like running late to a meeting, or more complicated like getting married. We know when we are with certain people and our behavior doesn’t match the situation, then stress and anxiety kick into high gear. Our perceptions of what we believe can make these situations last much longer than they need to in most cases.

Our bodies have a pretty standard reaction to the environment. It is either fight or flight. To facilitate this reaction, the body automatically releases hormones like glucocorticoids and adrenalin. The purpose of releasing these hormones is to prepare the body for fighting or running. These hormones provide extra energy by increasing the heart rate and blood flow. Your body is reacting the same as when we lived in caves and had immediate danger. Unfortunately, modern day stress is mostly our perceptions and inability to solve a problem immediately.

What are the psychological effects caused by stress or anxiety? The mind is a powerful tool and can affect the body in some negative ways. One area is suppressing the immune system. The body reacts as if it is in immediate danger, while stress gets prolonged, longer term functions are sacrificed. The immune system effectiveness is lowered and the body becomes an easier target for infections and viruses. Other areas that can be impaired are learning, judgment and memory as the brain focuses on working over the immediate problem.

Some of the physical effects that are commonly reported with stress and anxiety are muscle tension and tightness. Stress tends to concentrate in particular muscles of the neck, back and especially the shoulders. These muscles are held in a tightened position causing them to become fatigued. They lose their elasticity and flexibility as they become stiffer.

To effectively relieve the stress built up in the body, massage chairs perform a number of massage therapies. A massage chair has massages designed to apply traction, elongate muscles, penetrate the muscle and stimulate acupressure points. All of these can be targeted as well to areas such as the lower back or shoulders. Massage chairs work that area until it provides you the relief you need.

As your muscles are elongated, stretched and massaged, the pain and aches are reduced. The muscles begin to relax. As you take the time to sit and let your body relax, youre your mind begins to clear. Some massages, like shiatsu help with awareness and concentration which helps to reduce stress.

When you feel that you are coming under stress, take a seat in a massage chair and let it relax your body and mind. You need to have a place where you can relax and let go of your troubles. We are faced with unprecedented changes in the economy. We need a convenient method of relieving stress and anxiety and massage chairs provide us that option.

The stress and anxiety that we so often feel comes on a random, yet fairly frequent basis. A massage chair is a great counter measure to relieving these symptoms. Imagine the convenience of getting a relaxing massage whenever you need it. As you start to feel the symptoms of stress build up, take a seat, push the button for a full body automatic massage and let the massage chair relieve your stress and anxiety.

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Review of the Human Touch HT-1650 Massage Chair

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by James Knolan

The HT1650 massage chair recliner is one of the top of the line Human Touch massage loungers on the market today. We will put the HT 1650 through an evaluation in five key areas. We will give it a rating in each and sum up the total. Check out how this truly unique massage chair stacks up.

Warranty & Customer Service: Your long term product protection is a function of the length and breadth of the warranty on the product you buy. Big ticket items like a massage chair need to have adequate coverage to offset the money you are paying. The HT 1650 comes with the following warranty coverage: you get 5 years on the structure; you 3 years of parts; you get 1 years of labor (factory service) and in field service is covered for 90 days. The warranty coverage provided by Human Touch for this luxury massage recliner is fairly good. Customer service is through a national call center and they are pretty responsive. We give the HT1650 a 17 in warranty coverage and customer service.

Comfort & Ergonomics: Comfort is extremely important in the case of the 1650. This leather recliner is disguised as a massage chair. So if it is not comfortable to sit in, then it is a marketing disaster. Luckily, Human Touch has done its home work and has made this chair very comfortable. The material selection is fine grain leather that is nice to the touch. It has sufficient padding and the leg rest does not have any hint of a massage chair. Also, a pocket is used to store the remote and no remote holder is visible. Human Touch has done a great job with the 1650 and we give it a 19.

Ease of Use: The ease of use is becoming more important as the rate of features is increasing. Manufacturers must make these types of chairs simple and easy to use for consumers. Human Touch has gotten this message. In fact one of the innovative features of their remote is the use of two sides of it for controls. This enables the remote to remain small and yet be functional. The other feature is the flipping ottoman which has the calf massager. This is relatively easy to flip over and use. The HT-1650 earns a 19 in ease of use.

Key Features: There are two really outstanding features with the HT 1650. The first is acupoint detection system and the second is the hidden calf massager. Did you know your back has almost 100 acupressure points? Don’t worry, the 1650 will scan your back and target the most important ones for your complete relaxation. The secret with this recliner is the hidden calf massager. Without this feature, it would be another massage chair, but instead it is a leather recliner with massage capabilities. The key is the technique used to hide the calf massager so it is only revealed when you want a massage. The key features earn a 18 with this leather recliner.

Massage Therapy: The true test of this leather recliner is whether or not it delivers on the massage therapy side. Who wants a secret massage chair if it ends up being just a leather recliner! Rest assured, the HT 1650 is packed with massage treatments for your total wellness and relaxation. Try one of the 8 automatic programs with a variety of treatments to suit all sorts of situations. You can also select from 4 manual massage techniques. The calves and feet can be soothed with the hidden ottoman. Overall, we rate the massage therapy a 17 for this recliner.

The HT-1650 is definitely a one of a kind massage chair or should we say leather recliner? Overall it gets a 90/100 points. This recliner comes with a solid warranty giving you long term protection. It has the unique flipping ottoman which enables you to put the chair in most rooms. The massage therapy is effective and comes with an excellent selection of treatments to choose from. If you do not want the traditional massage chair look, then you can have the traditional leather recliner look and have the best of both worlds.

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Massage Chair Therapy Compliments Chiropractic Care

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by James Knolan

When you think of a Chiropractor, you usually think of people with problems in their back or neck. You may know that Chiropractors perform adjustments to the spine to help align it better. You may not know that many Chiropractors are turning to massage chair therapy for their patients. Massage chair therapy provides a reliable and very consistent treatment for those in need of massage therapy.

A chiropractor is a health care practitioner that is sought out as an alternative health care provider. The job of the chiropractor entails diagnosing and treating any health problem that is associated with your muscular, nervous, and/or skeletal system. A chiropractor must be licensed in the state for which he is working in.

A visit to a chiropractor office may start with an initial screening by the chiropractor doctor. They may ask you a series of questions to determine the types of issues you may be experiencing. They may also suggest specific lab test be performed and may take X-rays to take a look at the skeletal structure.

The chiropractor will try to deduct the main causes of your symptoms. From the initial screening, the doctor will form a hypothesis of what is causing your problems. Lab tests and X-rays help to validate the hypothesis or to modify it or drop it completely.

A chiropractors job is to put everything back into place. With his or her hands a chiropractor uses force to joint and thereby moving the defective part beyond its normal capabilities. By means of manipulation, adjustments, and realignment, the chiropractor seeks to restore your spine to a healthier state.

Chiropractors make adjustments manually to the back and neck. Many times, patients will hear loud popping sounds as adjustments are made. The chiropractor puts pressure on the joints to help align them more properly. Many patients have the impression that this is a painful process, however, the result is usually immediate relief. The pressure built up on the joint is released and the pressure is more evenly distributed.

Chiropractors use also work on the soft tissue that surrounds and supports the spine. These are the tendons and muscles that also need some therapy to help restore them. Popular treatments are electro-stimulation and massage therapy.

If electro stimulation is recommended, then low voltage electricity is passed through the muscle or soft tissue. The low voltage electricity is used to stimulate the muscle. This helps provide relaxation and increase the flexibility of the muscle and other soft tissues.

Massage therapy is a therapeutic treatment used for the muscles. Massage chairs provide a range of massage treatments and can be used to target a general area or can be used for full body relaxation. Massage chair therapy helps to relax the muscles and to increase their flexibility.

The use of invasive surgery or pain killers is not part of the chiropractic curriculum. These are not natural methods for restoring spinal health and are not used by chiropractors. Their goal is to get your back to sustain its own vitality without drugs or surgery.

Doctors of chiropractic medicine are holistic health practitioners. They are examining the symptoms and then work to determine the root cause. Once they know where issues are originating, then they will develop a treatment for your situation. The most common treatments are adjustments, massage chair therapy and electro-stimulation.

As with any possible medical condition, it is always best to obtain advice from your health care provider. They can provide you the best options for your situation. If you are interested in natural therapies, then mention this to your doctor so they recommend what is best for you.

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Some Things to Answer Prior Buying Massage Chairs

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by James Knolan

If you are interested in a massage chair, we offer some practical questions you should answer before you start your research. Massage chairs are big ticket items, so you want to take your time and find the right massage chair for you. To help you before you even start looking, we have posed some important questions for your consideration to help guide your massage chair research.

Who will be utilizing the Massage Chair? You want to think about who the primary users of the massage chair are going to be. You need to think about if they have certain areas of aches and pains or if there are areas you really want to target. Also, add the height and weight of the individuals on the list. It is important to find a massage chair that will fit the body types of the main users. Get a good idea of what needs the massage chair needs to satisfy.

Where would you put the Massage Chair? This can sometimes be a major bone of contention. Especially, if the massage chair is perceived to detract from certain rooms in the house. Make sure that the style of the massage chair will go with the dcor. Also, you need to be aware of the physical dimensions required for these chairs. Massage chairs can recline back to a horizontal position and need space behind for this. Make sure that the massage recliner will fit in the room you envision.

What functions are important in a Massage Chair? Obviously, you want to get solid massage therapy from your massage chair. Think about the types of massage techniques that might benefit you. What types of relief do they provide? Maybe you need to think about the types of lifestyle you lead and what potential relief you may need in the future. The more you think about these things, the easier your decision will be because the massage chair fits your basic needs.

What should be my budget for a Massage Chair? This is always a difficult subject. There is the situation where you can only afford so much and the decision makes itself. Otherwise, it really is based on what you want out of your massage chair and are you looking at a short term and low cost purchase or a long term and potentially higher cost purchase. You can get a massage chair for as low as $500, below this you get a vibrating chair. On the other hand, you can spend up to $12,000. However, most high end chairs in the $4,000 to $5,000 range will be very effective for your needs.

What warranty information do I need to know? Always ask about the warranty coverage for any massage chair you are contemplating of purchasing. The warranty is your long term protection from defects in materials and workmanship. Warranties vary by model and by manufacturer. Take you time and balance getting a good warranty with a good massage chair.

These are the questions to ponder. Find out what your needs truly are and what they may be in the future. Find out what types of massage therapy can help you the most. Check out the warranty coverage and how long the company has been in business. If you pick up just some basic knowledge, then you can speak intelligently about what you really need. This helps the salespeople to really steer you to the perfect massage chair that will last your for many years to come.

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Massage Chair Review: Sanyo SR1000 Massage Recliner

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by James Knolan

This product review is going to provide an evaluation of the Sanyo model SR-1000 K massage chair. This is the lowest priced Sanyo model in their product range. We will put this massage recliner through the test of five different categories and rigorously evaluate it. See how the SR-1000 from Sanyo rates.

Warranty Coverage & Customer Service: We start with the warranty coverage because this is your long term protection. Massage chairs are complex machines and obtaining sufficient warranty coverage is always advised. Sanyo covers the SR-1000K recliner with the following warranty: You get 3 years coverage for the roller mechanism, 1 year labor coverage, 1 year parts coverage and 1 year in home service coverage. This is a great warranty for an entry level massage chair. Sanyo also has moved to a national call center which has also improved customer service. We rate the warranty coverage and customer service a 19.

Comfort & Ergonomics: The science of ergonomics is the study of things can be designed to fit the human body. In other words, we have natural ranges of motion and buttons, controls, etc. need to be within those ranges. The buttons on the remote are a decent size for most fingers. The main power is located on the side of the chair which is ergonomic but you still have to remember. The leg rest has a foot extension that needs to be flipped by your feet. Sanyo could work these things out a little better in our opinion. We give it a 17 overall.

Ease of Use: With so many features being added to today’s massage chairs, we find some remote controls overly complex. This can be very frustrating to new users. The chair should be simple to use and intuitive to understand. The Sanyo SR-1000 comes with an advanced remote that has many features. It does take some time to get accustomed to it as a series of buttons may be required to get it to do what you want. We do like the light level indicators which helps you see the intensities. We give the ease of use a 16.

Key Features: There are 2 electronic features integrated into the SR-1000 that just stand out in this chair. There is a physical shape sensor and a stiffness detector. The physical shape sensor detects how your body is positioned in the chair. If you move, then it changes the massage to better target your new position. The stiffness detector is actually based on lie detector technology. It monitors your pulse and sweatiness. We don’t know if it knows you are lying! Anyway, somehow it knows where this nervousness originates from and it goes after those areas. The SR1000 earns an 18 for these electronic device features.

Massage Therapy: The SR-1000 comes with automatic and manual massage techniques. The automatic massages are named Recovery and Relax. Relax is a soothing type massage and Recovery is more vigorous for after more strenuous activity. The manual massages come with 3 massage techniques but also have two stretching capabilities. The stretching can be used in combination with the 3 massage techniques. The leg rest is capable to massage both the calves and the feet providing virtually a full body massage capability. The SR1000 earns a 17 for its massage therapy.

The Sanyo SR 1000K scored 87/100 points in our rating scale. The SR-1000 has some very unique electronic features for an entry level massage chair. It has one of the strongest warranty coverage for its price range. The foot massager can be hidden from view which adds to the aesthetics of the chair. The chair comes with a nice wood accents adding to its design flair. The massage therapy is effective. This is certainly a great value for its class. If you are looking for a massage chair recliner in this category the SR-1000K certainly merits your consideration.

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Best Entry Level Massage Chair

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by James Knolan

Massage chairs are excellent investments in your health and well being. Did you know that you can get a full body massage chair starting at just under $1,000. Think about how convenient having a massage chair at home could be for you and your family. We take a look at the best entry level massage chair available today.

Let us take a minute and define a full body massage chair. There are many chairs and back pads that provide some limited massage capabilities. However, a full body massage chair is a one-piece chair that has the capability to massage the legs, buttocks and back. Some chairs, like the ijoy or Homedics would not qualify as a full body massage chair.

There are many massage type chairs that are under $1,000, but they are missing massage capability in the seat and many of these are very low to the floor as opposed to a traditional chair. What we are interested in is a full body massage chair that can provide effective massage to your back, buttocks, thighs, calves and feet.

The best entry level massage chair on the market today is the M-2 Orion massage chair. This full body massage chair has the capabilities to thoroughly cover the back, shoulders, buttocks thighs, calves and feet. The list price of the this extraordinary massage recliner is just under $1,000. This is an affordable and invigorating massage chair.

The striking design of the M-2 Orion is very appealing. The Orion looks like an a sleek executive chair, but with great massage therapy capabilities. It does not have the bulkiness that many massage chairs have. The nice lines and curves of the M-2 make it perfect for virtually any room in the house. In addition, the M2 has many advanced features that will help to soothe and relieve your aches and pains.

The M-2 Orion comes with 3 timed automatic programs. These automatic programs run the entire massage treatment throughout the chair. There are also 3 manual massage techniques to choose from as well. The manual techniques include: kneading, swaying and a rolling massage. You can even select 4 areas to target specific regions on the back. There is waist, upper back, full back and pinpoint.

One of the first things you notice when getting a massage from the Orion is that it has an exhilarating massage for the buttocks and thighs. The seat actually has eight massage heads that provide a thorough massage treatment. You can add vibration for stimulation of the capillary vessels which promotes greater blood circulation. An extra seat cushion is provided for extra comfort.

The exciting features of the M-2 Orion massage chair make this chair the complete package. You can look at chairs that provide massage to just one area, but in the longer run, you will wish you went for the extended range of a full body massage chair. Some i-joys or other partial massage chairs are built low to the ground and are difficult to exit. They have smaller areas of coverage and less invigorating massages. The M-2 Orion brings together all the benefits of a real chair along with a full body massage capability. The price of the M-2 is so much more compelling at just under $1,000 compared to a hundred or two less for a full body massage chair recliner. Check it out and see why this is the best seller!

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Obtain Pain Release with a Massage Chair

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by James Knolan

Our society is always seeking ways of pain relief. In fact the number one method of pain relief is taking drugs. This is by far the most common method, but few people even know the second most common method. Any Guesses? Did you guess massage therapy? Yes, massage therapy is the second most common method to relieve pain.

Massage therapy is second to taking pharmaceutical drugs. Unlike pharmaceutical drugs, massage therapy is a natural remedy that has been performed throughout the ages. Massage is very effective to reduce aches, pains and soreness of muscles and soft tissues. It helps to relax the body and to increase mental awareness. Massage therapy is very natural and does not build addiction or dependence.

Since there are a variety of aches, pains and sore spots on the body, many massage treatments have evolved to target particular types of issues. Some of the common treatments are Swedish, Acupressure, Sports Massage, Reflexology and Shiatsu. These very effective techniques and practices have been successfully replicated in today’s massage chairs.

Massage chairs are starting to become more main stream as a legitimate health enhancer. The massage therapies are replicated with great precision to deliver effective relief. They offer full body massage capabilities and can cover you from head to toe.

You may be thinking, these massage chairs are expensive. Yes, at first glance this is true. Massage chairs can range from $1,000 to $5,000. That certainly can be a lot of money. However, if you look at the real economics, a massage chair can provide 1,000 to 2,000 hours of massage therapy. If a massage recliner runs $2,500 and can last 1,000 hours, then effectively you massage is costing you $2.50 per hour. If you get a massage at a spa, it will run $50.00 per hour and you still need to leave a tip.

Another important factor in our lives today is time. We never have enough of it. Many of us just do not have time to run down to the spa for an hour massage. But with a massage chair, you get tremendous convenience. You can just sit down and take a quick 10 minute massage any time you like. No appointments and no driving.

Many massage techniques are being added every year to massage chairs. Each massage technique offers a different therapy and type of pain relief. There is deep tissue massage. Deep tissue is designed to penetrate thru the muscles to relieve aches and pains. Shiatsu massage is great to invigorate the muscles and to help increase awareness and concentration. Swedish massage helps to relieve muscle aches and to increase blood flow.

Top brands like Sanyo, Omega and Panasonic not only offer excellent massage therapy in their massage chairs. They also come with other complimentary therapies to soothe and relax you. You can find MP3 music players to help take your mind off your busy day. You can find lower body traction to stretch out the muscles and improve your flexibility to mention a few.

We all have aches, pains and tightness. Do not just head for the medicine cabinet. Check out some natural remedies that can help get to the root of the problem rather than symptom relief. Massage therapy is a natural way to ease aches, pains and other discomforts. Help not just your body to relax, but also your mind. Be refreshed and rejuvenated. Find out how a massage chair can be an effective method of pain relief.

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