Massage Chairs are by design to be fairly straight forward and end up doing most of the work for you. If you have done any research into buying a massage chair you will quickly find out that there are many differences. A wealth of information can quickly bury you in new terms. This list is going to help you along the way. We have broken down some of the finer aspects of massage chairs and a lot of their techniques and technologies. This is going to help you make an informed decision about your massage chair purchase!
Acupressure
Acupressure is a massage technique that delivers pressure to a targeted range of Acupoints across the body. Acupressure has much in common with acupuncture, but uses no needles. Shiatsu massage is often called acupressure massage. It is believed that applying pressure to the acupoints will have the same desired effect as the acupuncture needles.
Acupuncture Point or Acupoint
You have over 350 acupoints across your whole body, with over 100 of them in your back and neck. Acupoints are believed to have a direct connection to specific parts or systems of the body. They can be found along the bodies Meridian and are used in Acupressure and Acupuncture.
Airbag Massage System
Airbag Massage Systems are used to mimic deep tissue massage. They do this by inflating the airbag system in specific ways to provide a deep massage to muscles in the extremities and a beneficial stretch to muscles that need it. The Airbag massage on most massage chairs is the basis for any stretch programs and can work with the back rollers to improve the benefit you receive from your massage. This is done by pushing you back on the massage rollers.
Automated Programs
Automated Programs are a preset massage program that comes with your massage chair. They provide a specific kind of massage focusing on one massage technique. Most automated programs can be customized to the users preferences using manual adjustments available on the remote.
Body Scan Technology
Body Scan technology uses the massage rollers and computer mapping to determine the size, shape, and locations of stress on every individual that uses the massage chair. A massage chair with Body Scanning technology will provide a more personalized massage to each user.
Clapping Technique
The clapping technique uses massage roller to mimic a cupped hand and utilizes a clapping motion on the muscle that lifts and stretches it.
Compression Technique
A compressions massage is a tight squeezing or rubbing motion that is used to provide relief. This technique is often administered by the massage chair’s airbag system.
Deep Pressure Massage
Deep pressure massage mode applies strong pressure to a group of muscles for a sustained amount of time. This is done in an effort to remove deep knots in the muscles.
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep tissue massage style is able to access deeper muscle and connective tissue for an increased effect. This is done by applying deep sustained strokes to problem areas of your back and neck. There is often a little soreness associated with this type of massage if you haven’t experienced it before.
Heat Therapy
Heat Therapy is a set of built in heating pads that work with the massage rollers and airbag system to increase the effect of the overall massage. When heat is applied to large muscle groups it helps relieve stress, and loosens muscles.
Kneading Massage Technique
Kneading Massage uses the thumb and forefingers in a pinching method. Pressure is applied to stretch and warm the muscles.
Massage Chair Motors
Massage Chairs have internal motors that provide the different functions in the chair. There are Rotary Motors, Piston Motors, and Vibration Motors. Rotary Motors control the massage rollers and the kneading and tapping functions. Piston Motors control the leg rest and recline functions, and Vibration Motors control the vibrating movements.
Massage Therapy
Massage Therapy is comprised of several massage techniques that are designed to relieve muscle knots and promote relaxation and well-being. Known benefits of massage therapy are enhanced muscle function, improved healing process, improved relaxation, and better general sense of well-being.
Meridian
The Meridian in Chinese Medicine is believed to be paths in which life-energy flows through the body. Acupressure and Acupuncture Therapy is based on targeting specific areas called acupoints that are located along the Meridian. Unblocking those channels will allow your life force can flow freely to the afflicted areas again.
Reflexology
Reflexology is a therapy that applies physical pressure to the feet, hands, and ears. These points are believed be connected to systems throughout the body, providing therapy to them as well.
Roller
The Massage Roller is a circular shaped robotic component that runs vertically along the upper and lower back. This is used to stretch and warm the back for deeper levels of massage.
Shiatsu Massage
Shiatsu Massage is a Japanese therapy that incorporates the thumbs, fingers, and palms in applying pressure as well as stretching to the body.
Swedish Massage
Swedish massage is a varied therapy that includes multiple styles and stretches. This applies kneading, long strokes, and friction to different muscles as well as joints.
Tapping Technique
The Tapping Technique applies deep tissue massage by emulating fists tapping on the back and shoulders muscles.
Vibration
Vibration gives a balanced shaking effect that can alternate in muscle penetration. Vibration is often used with other massage techniques so you get the most out of either. Many massage chairs have a “Sync Massage to Music” mode which utilizes the vibration massage and syncs its effect to the beat of your favorite play list.
Other Questions?
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