Product Reviews Facts and Notes

Here are some essential things to keep in mind when searching for a massage chair. With so much technology available, there are many features to choose from. This can sometimes be distracting to the process of getting a massage. We share some general considerations about the chair buying process. We hope to help you find what is right for you and your budget.

Customer Service & Repair: Evaluate the warranties of each manufacturer. How long is the coverage? Companies like Sanyo and Panasonic only have a 1 year warranty. Others may have 3-5 year warranties (at no additional cost). Also, what type of service will they provide if you have a problem? Do you have to ship your massage chair or take it to an authorized service center? Massage chairs weigh 100lbs to 200 lbs and shipping is expensive. Some manufacturers offer in home service. Be aware before you buy!

Ready to Make Your Decision: Which massage chair did you select? Where do you want to purchase it? What kind of shipping do you want? Do you want them to drop it off in the box or set it up for you? Shop around and see what makes sense for you. Make sure you include any significant other in the decision process. Once you know what you want find the best deal, because prices can vary substantially.

Massage Therapies: Massage recliners offer a tremendous variety of effective massage therapies. You can find chairs with shiatsu, Swedish, deep tissue, sports, Hawaiian and more. It helps to know a little about the more important techniques like shiatsu, Swedish and deep tissue. Each therapy has a particular focus. Also, manual massage techniques include kneading, chopping, percussion, tapping, finger press and others. It is good to try different chairs because the same massage technique may be interpreted differently.

Features of Massage Chairs: You will need to start to put a list together of important features for you. What features are important to you? Do you want a massage chair with just a back massage? Do you want lower body massage? Do you want heat? Do you want to have a music player? Do you want a manual recline or motorized recline? There are many important decisions to make. You will want to prioritize your list. Not all massage chairs will have the exact combination to match your list. At some point you may need to make some tradeoffs.

Using the Chair Properly: To get the most out of you massage recliner and your investment: it is important to use the chair properly. Understand the main functions on the remote control. When you first sit in the chair, get comfortable. Recline the chair to what is right for you. The further you recline the stronger the massage. Raise the footrest either horizontal or so that your legs are bent 90 degrees. Adjust the head pillow so it supports your head or just push it behind the chair. Once you are comfortable, then you should start the massage.

Think of your time as investment in finding a long term health care need. A massage recliner can be a fantastic asset. They can be one of the best purchases you make, if you take your time and find out what is most important to you. Find the best massage chair to fit your needs. You will be happy you did.