The popularity of massage therapy is growing along with the trend to natural products and services. Many people are seeking natural ways to maintain their health and vitality. Massage therapy continues to grow as people are finding natural ways of coping with relieving stress and tension in the body. Many massage techniques are readily available from a massage therapist and even in massage chairs.

One important form of massage therapy is called reflexology. Reflexology is also known as zone therapy, it would come under the heading of alternative treatments. It has been practiced in various forms from the earliest records of man.

Restoring the health of the body and maintaining its vitality has been pursued throughout time. Many massage therapies were developed by ancient medical practitioners. This has been common throughout many different cultures around the world.

Reflexology is the practice of massage and, squeezing and pushing parts of the body to provide relief and stimulate other related organs. Reflexology rests on the theory that by manipulating certain points in the hands and feet it will provide relief to other organs in the body.

Reflexology is considered an alternative medical treatment. It is not known to have any side effects. It is used primarily for relaxing tension in the body. It stimulates and relax is the area where the pressure is applied. It also is believed to induce relaxation to other corresponding body parts.

Reflexology has been incorporated into many massage chairs. It generally targets the feet. The feet have a number of points which are believed to be related to other major organs in the body. When a given point is stimulated, it helps to induce relaxation to its corresponding member.

Massage chairs come with reflexology nodules built into the foot wells of the leg rest. Some of these have plates which are removable. For example, the Panasonic EP 30004 comes with removable plates. If a reflexology massage is not desired, then plates can be removed.

The Montage Elite massage chair from Omega comes with their foot flex technology. This uses reflexology nodes mounted onto the foot airbags. The reflexology nodes are activated and gently push up into the feet. They are targeted to give him spots in the feet to induce whole body relaxation.

The DR 7700 massage recliner from Sanyo comes with reflexology nodes in the leg rest. These provide gentle stimulation of the acupoints on the bottom of the feet. Sanyo has also incorporated a heater just in the foot well to warm and to the feet as well.

As the reflexology massage is given to your feet, the rest of the chair is massaging your whole body. Massage chairs provide full body capability and run off automatic programs. You are also able to target specific areas for relief. This gives you a range of capabilities at the touch of a button. This provides tremendous convenience at your fingertips.

Anyone who wants to train to be a massage practitioner should first look into the laws, rules and regulations for massage training and licensing in their area. There are different restrictions for who can call themselves a massage therapist in, for example, the USA, Canada, the UK and Australia. Check out whether you need to take a certain number of hours of massage training classes, and whether the massage training school needs government accreditation. The rules can even be different from state to state or province to province.

You may find that there are different kinds of bodywork or massage certificates or licenses available from the various massage education or massage therapist training schools in your area.

It is easy to be confused by the myriad of bodywork and massage modalities that are being practiced today. Some (and this is certainly not an all-inclusive list) are Swedish, Thai, Hawaiian (lomi-lomi), Chinese (tianu), Indian (Ayuervedic) Shiatsu, Reflexology, Craniosacral, Acupressure, Esalen and the Rosen Method. And let’s not even get into the other kinds of bodywork, such as tantric, erotic and sensual massage.

Some of the benefits attributed to the various massage modalities are that they can improve health and well-being by relieving stress, improving circulation, helping to cleanse toxins out of the body and lymph system drainage. A more esoteric claim is that the body has an invisible energy that is called by different names in different cultures. For example, in Chinese it is called “chi” and in Hindi it is known as “prana.” A good definition in English would be “life force.” No matter by what name it is called, it is believed that for optimum health to be achieved, this energy must circulate freely throughout the body. But many factors, such as physical and emotional stress, can lead to blockages that prevent its free flow. Failure to clear the energy blockages, it is said, may result in disease.

No matter what kind of massage is being performed, the majority of the modalities require the person receiving the massage to undress, either partially or completely, and lie on a massage table. Most often, the massage practitioner then covers the massagee with a towel. In the case of in-office massages, many times the masseuse or masseur will use a massage chair, and the client will remain completely clothed. In some Asian countries, such as India and Malaysia, it is not unusual to see street vendors offering to massage the tired legs and feet of passers-by. In these massage sessions, only the shoes and socks are removed, although the legs of the trousers may be partially rolled up.

To reduce friction between the hands of the massage therapist and the skin of the client, a lubricant such as massage oil (sometimes scented with aromatic or aromatherapy essential oils) is often applied.

In the USA, especially in urban centers, it is becoming increasingly popular to give massage gift certificates, good for a therapeutic or simply a relaxing treatment at a local spa or beauty salon. And whereas massage salons and spas were once only frequented by women, in the 21st century it is growing less unusual to see men also enjoying a massage treatment.

Many people are not sure if a deep tissue massage is for them. A deep tissue massage is a type which focuses on the deeper layers of the muscles and connective tissue. Its focus is to release the chronic patterns of tension in the body. Many manufacturers of massage chairs have added deep tissue massage capability into their recliners to better help those with more chronic pain and stiffness.

Normally, deep tissue massage focuses on more specific areas. It is used to release chronic muscle tension by using various movements and pressures. Deep tissue massage also helps to break up and eliminate scar tissue.

Many people are concerned that deep tissue massage may hurt. This can be true as those who are more sensitive to massage may not want to jump right into a deep tissue massage. It is important to start off with a softer massage and then move into deeper and more penetrating massages.

One of the advantages of this type of massage technique is that it physically breaks down adhesions. Normally, direct deep pressure is applied to the muscles and connective tissue. This helps to soften and loosen the rigid tissues in the muscles, tendons and ligaments.

There are a variety of conditions which this type of massage can help. Those who suffer from chronic pain, limited mobility or if you are recovering from certain injuries may benefit from this type of treatment. Different types of movements can help to loosen up stiff muscles in ways not commonly found through stretching.

Many people ask if this type of massage will be painful. The answer is yes and no. There is some pain associated with stretching out tight muscles and soft tissues. Just like when you have a stiff joint, it may be uncomfortable to flex it.

It is important that you not experience a lot of pain. If it is too painful, then it is most likely too hard. You must start with softer massages to loosen up the tight areas. If you are in doubt, it is best to check with your medical professional before gaining this type of treatment.

Many massage chairs have specialized programs just for deep tissue massage. There are a number of automatic programs which can be used for this purpose. These programs can cover a region like the back or specific areas like the shoulders or low back.

Many massage chairs also come with built-in heating systems. Heat is a great way to help loosen up the muscles making them less rigid for the massage. If you specifically are looking for deep tissue massage, then find and try a massage recliner that offers heat.

Most massage chairs are fairly effective in delivering deeper massages for the back, neck and shoulders. These recliners have specialized rollers with numerous capabilities. These rollers offer penetrating massage movements and different levels of pressure.

If you receive one of these deeper penetrating treatments, please remember to drink plenty of water. As the massage rollers penetrate deeper, they will help to release toxins trapped in the muscle fiber. Water is essential to help flush out these toxins after receiving this type of therapeutic treatment.

Many of the top massage chair manufacturers like Panasonic, Omega and Sanyo offer deeper tissue massage. These companies have advanced technology to deliver effective treatments. A massage chair offers you tremendous convenience to get deep tissue massage on demand.

Client Communication Skills

Our verbal and communication skills are just as important to the success of our massage practice as our hands-on massage skills. We need to learn how to “craft phrases” – choosing the words to use, and how to say them – and practice delivering them until they becomes second nature – just like we learn and practice our hands-on massage skills.

In fact, we should consider “crafting” and practicing all of the key phrases or “mini-speeches” that we use regularly during our client interactions as they are instrumental in building – or demolishing – client relationships. Our communication “toolkit” can also be called upon in more social situations where we are, in effect, marketing ourselves and our business; saying the right thing can make the difference between gaining a valuable new client – or putting someone off the idea of massage for life!

The reason I suggest practising our communication skills until they become second nature is because they are usually required at particularly stressful or pressured moments, e.g. when a client arrives late, when a cancellation fee is due, or during a rebooking conversation. These are all situations where massage therapists tend to feel the least confident and assertive; ill-judged, clumsy, inappropriate or confusing comments can undo all the good work of the massage session, or derail a previously good client relationship.

We also need to ensure that our tone of voice, facial expressions and body language are congruent with the words we are speaking; if not we will be sending clients very mixed signals and may leave them feeling uncomfortable and confused as to what we really mean, or how we really feel about a given situation.

These are some of the most common scenarios where excellent communication skills are vital:

Client handling situations: effective and assertive communication during these interactions is essential for developing and maintaining a respectful, harmonious relationship with our clients and for maintaining strong, clear professional boundaries. Possible scenarios include:-

– Phone call from a prospective new client

– Client arrives late /chronic lateness issues

– Client cancels – cancellation fee due

– Telling client cost of treatment/advising of fee increases

– Client dissatisfied with treatment

Client education: this is a vital component of our Referral and Rebooking Skills but will also give clients greater understanding of their bodies, how massage can help them, and encourage them to change habits where necessary in order to get the best possible results from their massage. Common questions from clients are:-

– “What are “knots” in muscles?”

– “What are those grinding/creaking noises?”

– “Why do my joints click?”

– “Why do my shoulders/neck feel so stiff/sore/burning?”

– “How often should I come for a massage?”

Informal marketing situations: these can occur anytime we meet someone new and the conversation turns to what we do for a living:-

– “Elevator speech” the 30 second – 2 minute description of what you do

– What to say when asked “What do you do?” (Tip: the answer isn’t “I’m a massage therapist”)

– “Party speech” – what to say when strangers, once they know you’re a massage therapist, start telling you all about their ailments and asking for advice (or even for on-the-spot treatment!!)

The following is a particularly useful link from a US massage school’s website about how to craft your elevator speech:

http://bodywisdomschool.wordpress.com/2009/04/15/how-to-create-a-killer-elevator-speech-in-minutes/

So, think about spending some time putting together sentences, phrases, and short “speeches” that cover the above scenarios. Ideally, get together with another therapist, or a friend, and practice delivering them with confidence and conviction. As with all skills, they really only do improve with practice. Good luck, and have fun!

Let’s face it, there are a lot of massage therapist in our community. With two prominent massage schools and several other corporately run schools this area is saturated with many massage professionals. But how do you choose the right own, is it by business name, credentials, or price? Even though cost may inevitably be the factor it is important is not the sole reason behind picking a single therapist from the bunch.

Number one is the bodyworker that you have selected gone to school? As trivial as this may seem this should be an important determining factor in selection of therapist. Even more important how many hours of education does he or she have and how long ago was your practitioners last training. If your practitioner has been a therapist five years and has not cracked a book since their nine month course are they truly qualified to treat your sciatica pain? A skilled and serious practitioner continues their education striving even past massage therapy to achieve greater knowledge of the body and how it functions.

Number two is the practitioner certified by the National Certification Board? This is a requirement to practice in the state of Virginia and also a barometer for the comprehension of core fundamentals of bodywork. If your practitioner is right out of school there is a grace period of 60 days before the requirement is mandated. This is due to the lengthy application process that can take 4 – 6 weeks. Additionally, once the practitioner is certified they must further credentials by becoming certified through the Board of Nursing. Proper credentialing is mandatory when selecting a qualified therapist.

Number three does your therapist listen? Massage is a very intimate engagement. Few therapists take the time to ask about your concerns, review complete health histories, and advise accordingly based on your health as it exists. Many diseases are not advisable to receive massage and it is vital that your therapist can easily spot any condition that could put the patient or the practitioner at risk. Even simple Swedish relaxation strokes can prove hazardous for conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and cancer. Practitioners must complete a full health history to determine which, if any massage techniques could do more harm than intended.

Number four does your therapist respect your privacy? Often patients reveal a wealth of information about themselves from why their knee hurts to why they feel inadequate in life. It is the responsibility of the therapist to withhold from sharing the idiosyncrasy of their patients. Often it is necessary to share a certain amount of information with other healthcare professionals especially when it pertains to the patient’s wellbeing, but only if the patient gives permission. It is ghastly inappropriate and unethical to divulge any information about a patient to anyone not deemed appropriate. Even though you may not know if the therapist has divulged personal information you can evaluate the persons ethics by their professionalism. Does your therapist speak about others in the session, or can you overhear them discussing other patients in the lobby? If you can answer yes to either of those questions assume the worst.

Number five; can you trust your therapist? Spring boarding off the last point of privacy, the therapist and patient relationship is one that is built. It is important that a therapist respects your space; allows you to drift off when you would like or gives you the space to talk continuously. The therapist should be an excellent delegate in the relationship, knowing when to give and minimally taking from you as the patient. After all, you are coming to them for healing. Therapist must be selfless in each session. The therapy is about the patient and the patient is guiding the treatment. It is important to never feel lead but instead feel facilitated.

Number six; does your therapist respect your boundaries? This is an important yet often neglected stipulation for treatment. So often due to the intimacy of the therapeutic relationship therapist may feel vulnerable. However, it is never acceptable for a therapist to speak about himself or herself continuously. As you are coming in for treatment the therapist should not be on autopilot during a monologue. A solid therapeutic massage requires brainpower and it is necessary to maintain focus during the session to ensure all of your needs are met. Also, after awhile of personal banter it becomes less about the patient and more about the therapist. Alternately, therapists are not allowed ethically to pry beyond their scope of practice. Even if you break down hysterically in a crying sob it is not appropriate for the therapist to probe into the reasons. As a professional we understand and empathize with emotional release as your bodies muscular system holds on to various stagnant emotion. Subsequently therapists should acknowledge the release and allow you to process uninterrupted.

Number seven, does your therapist respect his or her scope of practice. Sure massage therapists know a lot about the body, at least the good ones, but so does a nurse, a surg tech, and/or a nutritionist, but does that make them qualified to diagnose a condition. Absolutely not, in fact you should be weary if a massage therapist is quick to give you reasons for your aches and pains. Truthfully, it is difficult to assess the root cause of most muscular dysfunctions unless there has been a trauma or accident at which point you will know more than us. Having a therapist evaluate in terms of their opinions on visual assessments is more in line with their scope, not root causes. For instance, I see your shoulder is higher on your right side, do you operate the mouse with that hand. The therapist should be guiding you through the process of self-discovery assisting you in uncovering the secret to your muscular mishap.

Number eight; does your therapist speak the language? Let’s pretend for a moment that you saw a massage therapist for a rare condition that you were being treated by a specialty physician, who recommended that you seek a massage therapists expertise. It would be important for the massage therapist to contact the physician and to take any advisement that he or she would have in their therapeutic practice. But, let’s say for a moment the therapist could not adequately communicate with the doctor in medical terms that is easily understood. It can be frustrating for the other healthcare professional and leaves the patient in limbo when proper communication cannot be achieved. We all have our areas of expertise, but it is important to communicate in the same language. Proper usage of medical terms is crucial in patient discussion and provides clarity to ensure understanding.

Number nine; does your therapist have an open mind? There are many modes of care out there and what works for one practitioner may not work for another. However, it is imperative for a therapist to be versatile and adapt to the patient. If you love reflexology and your therapist detests this modality, this probably is not a good match. Also, if you are a proactive patient who likes to research and find a technique that you are interested in and your practitioner is capable shouldn’t they at least try to work with you, after all this is your body.

Number ten; does your therapist meet your needs? It is not uncommon to have different specialties and not all therapist care to perform all types of massage. It is healthy to have a few different practitioners to accommodate your needs. Having one therapist for Swedish massage (relaxation), one corrective or deep tissue therapist, and one for a specialty like lymphatic or reflexology will help balance your therapeutic team. Sometimes it is nice to relax and sleep during a massage while other times you awake with a kink in your neck needing some relief. Having a handful of different types of practitioners at your disposal is imperative and will help you decipher which styles of bodywork work best for you.

Massage is an emerging profession with many newly certified therapists daily. As an instructor and bodywork professional for many years I have strived to educate the public on the many medical benefits of massage. Massage can be an amazing preventative and restorative experience when administered from an educated, well-rounded therapist. We shop around for many things in life from appliances to automobiles but do we shop around for our bodies. Do not just settle for the cheapest act in town because it may cost you more than just money. Searching for your optimal therapist takes time and is no easy task. I have worked with amazing therapists, growing therapists, and seasoned therapist. If you are working with a therapist whom needs some evolution even though it is not your responsibility please share your thoughts of where they need improvement. Send an anonymous letter or tell the receptionist, manager, or owner; whichever you believe is most appropriate. This will not only assist the therapist but the profession as a whole to move forward.

Using the foot as a massage instrument is more common than one might think. As you research barefoot techniques more, you will find there are many different modalities, with long histories that are still being practiced today. Here are just a few great resources if you want to learn more about barefoot bodywork.

Ashiatsu Barefoot Massage: This course is designed for massage professionals who would like to learn ashiatsu safely at home. This is a thorough approach for beginners, but also a great study for experienced barefoot practitioners. It includes 160 page manual with photos, bar installation instructions, and imbedded instructional videos.

Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy ™ AOBT: Ruthie Hardee is credited with the widespread recognition of ashiatsu. Only seminar courses are available.

Barefoot Masters Ahh Shiatsu™: Michelle Mace conducts ashiatsu seminars along with seminars in Fijian, bamboo, and stone massage.

Fijian Barefoot Massage: Fijian massage uses no parallel bars. A chair or stool is used for sitting and balance. Clients may be clothed or unclothed.

Barefoot Lomi Lomi: This barefoot technique originated in the Pacific. It includes the philosophies and long, head-to-toe flowing strokes characteristic to traditional lomi lomi massage.

Chavutti Thirumal: Chavutti Thirumal is thought to be one of the earliest ancestors to ashiatsu. Although it is not widely practiced here in the United States, there are a limited amount of trainings stateside.

Barefoot Thai / HandsFree™ Thai: Thai practitioners commonly use their hands, feet, knees, and body weight during a massage. Chuck Duff conducts a specific HandsFree Thai course for practitioners that only use their feet.

Trisoma®: John Harris has a great video and manual about using barefoot compression techniques. A staff is used for balance and the client remains lying on a floor mat.

European Barefoot Massage: Sue Kent is a successful massage professional across the pond. Born without hands, she developed her own style of barefoot bodywork. She sits on a bench over her client during the session. A DVD is also available on her website.

There are a few other resources that I recommend, but are fairly difficult to get a hold of these days:

• “Heeling” A VHS video by Kate McBride
• One Rope, Two Feet & Healing Oils: Chavutti Thirummal: the Ancient Art of Keralite Massage. A book by Prabhat Menon and Asokananda

If you have a specific interest in one or more of these barefoot modalities, do a quick Google search. There are many great learning resources available.

Table Showers (or also called ‘Body Scrub/Wash Massage’) provide for a truly invigorating and relaxing experience. Better yet, aside from a time of pampering, they bring a lot more to the ‘table’ in the form of health benefits.

While many people may have heard of table showers, many are unfamiliar with what exactly they are, or what they can expect to take place during one.

It’s our hope to help bring to your attention the details so you will feel comfortable getting one at your local massage spa. We think you’ll see it’s well worth it, and you may even wonder what took you so long to catch on!

Where do table showers take place?

Most massage spas tend to have individual/private shower rooms where you receive your table shower. Setups can differ from one business to another, but virtually all will have a massage table in the center of the room that has been fitted with a waterproof covering (usually plastic). Fresh towels are placed on the table before each session for hygienic reasons.

Some table shower rooms feature a number of shower heads directly above the table that give the recipient a water based massage or cascading rain effect. Others will feature hand-held type shower heads which your masseuse will use for your session.

What do I wear during this type of treatment?

During table showers, you typically are not wearing anything, but state laws usually require that you are covered at all times throughout the duration of your session. This is the same as most massage therapy regulations, except instead of being covered with a sheet, your private areas are draped with a towel.

What does the table shower treatment consist of?

This service provides a great to help keep your skin healthy and clean because you are usually scrubbed from head to toe (except for the obvious areas!) with an exfoliation sponge/cloth or a cleansing body wash/scrub. Exfoliation is the process of removing the dead skin cells from your body to expose the fresh, ‘younger’ skin below. This helps prevent acne, ingrown hairs, and improves the overall appearance and health of your skin.

After you lay face down on the table, your masseuse will shower your body with water set to the temperature that is set to your liking. Next comes the body scrub down using gentle massage-like strokes. This helps to not only cleanse your skin but helps increase your blood circulation and induce a state of relaxation. Once finished, the final rinse comes. Most spas that offer table showers will also shampoo your hair if you request. Why not?

On average, most table showers last anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour.

Where do they offer table showers?

This service is may be found at your local health spa, massage spa or parlor. In Los Angeles, body scrub massages are common to the Asian massage facilities found throughout the area. If you’re not sure, just take a look at the business’ website or give them a call to find out.

The next time you are at your local massage spa, why not give this therapeutic, pampering experience a try?

If you are local to the South Bay of Los Angeles, U & I Massage Torrance invites you to come enjoy our Table Showers Los Angeles service. We’re confident that once you are introduced to this type of treatment you won’t regret it. We hope to serve you soon!

This is a review of a Sanyo massage chair. The model DR-6700K is one of the top massage recliners produced by Sanyo. We will walk through an evaluation of 5 separate categories and provide a score out of a possible 20 points each. A total rating is given by adding up the scores. This provides a basis of comparison for the other massage loungers that we have reviewed. Let us see how the HEC-DR6700K massage recliner stacks up to the competition.

Warranty & Customer Service: You want to make sure that you get sufficient warranty protection with your massage chair. These are complex machines and you want to be protected down the road. So what type of warranty do you get with the DR6700K? This recliner comes with 3 years on the roller mechanism. You also get 1 year of parts and also 1 year of labor. In home technician repair service is also provided for the first year free of charge. This is a pretty good warranty of this level of massage chair. Sanyo has now established a national call center for warranty issue and provides good service. We rate the warranty and customer service an 18.

Comfort & Ergonomics: You need to make sure that a massage chair fits your body type well and that all the main features are easily accessible. This is the goal of this category. The DR-6700 is a comfortable recliner to sit in. The back pad is soft and well padded. The head pillow is adjustable and supports the head well. The remote is well within reach and has larger buttons for the important automatic massage programs. We give the DR 6700 an 18 for comfort and ergonomics.

Ease of Use: This category takes a look at how easy the chair is to use for the average person. We have seen some overly complicated remotes which require too many steps to get the chair to do what you want. The remote control has 4 automatic programs which operate off one touch. Manual programs are a little bit more involved which requires a few steps to get the chair where you want. The intensity and width adjustments have a nice phased LED to show the power levels. Overall, we rate the Sanyo DR6700 a 17 in ease of use.

Key Features: The two extraordinary massage features in the DR6700 are the Stiffness detection system and the GK rollers. The Stiffness detection system is borrowed from Sanyo’s lie detector technology. This system actually measures your pulse rate and the extent of your perspiration. This is done by reading your finger when you hold onto the secondary remote control. The DR6700 can locate areas of tension and stress in your body. These readings are then feed to the computer and those areas are targeted for relief. The other important feature is the GK rollers in the roller mechanism. These nimble rollers can massage over the tops of the shoulders for a soothing and relaxing massage. We give the DR-6700 an 18 for key features.

Massage Therapy: The DR 6700 has 4 automatic one-touch massage programs. The programs are as follows: Stiffness, Recovery, Fine and Relax. There are also manual massage techniques which include the following: Grip, Shiatsu, Kneading, Tapping and Combo. Each of these techniques is specialized with a particular movement to loosen or revitalize tight and sore muscles. In manual mode, just select the intensity of the massage to be more or less invigorating or select the width of the rollers to cover the areas of your back that you need attention. Target specific areas by selecting the region which includes: neck and shoulders, lower back, lower body and quick course. You have a lot of good options to choose from with the DR-6700. Our rating of the massage therapy is 19

How did the HEC DR6700K do in our review? We scored this massage chair recliner 90/100 points. There are a number of great massage therapy courses for soothing, deep relief. The neck and shoulders get good relief with the GK roller system. Some of the advanced electronic features are unique and innovative. The warranty is solid. This is a good massage chair recliner at a good price.

Here is my review of the Human Touch HT 5320 massage recliner. This is one of the few full body massage chairs offered by the Human Touch massage chair Company. This massage chair has the capability to massage from your feet all the way to the top of your neck.

Most of the designs in the Human Touch massage chair line are very modern. The design of the HT-5320 is perhaps one of the most industrial looking on the market today. It looks very big and bulky with strange contraptions protruding for the arm massage.

This massage chair is covered with upholstery including the side panels and the arm rests. It also has two tubular looking structures protruding from the armrests. These are to provide a massage for the arms or alternatively to the thighs.

Despite its unattractive design, the HT5320 does have a host of different therapeutic treatments. It contains proprietary technology such as the patented “figure eight” massage technology used to drive its unique robotic rollers.

This recliner also has the new slim remote control. This remote has function buttons on two different faces of the remote control. There are function buttons on the front and also on the side of this unique remote.

The HT 5320 comes with an acupoint detection system. This enables it to automatically locate the acupressure points on your back areas. This enables it to customize the massage based on your own personal readings.

The acupoint detection system is a scan of your back, neck and shoulders. It searches for the different acupressure points and memorizes them in the systems computer. It then will customize each massage based on what it finds. This allows for an effective massage to help your healing experience.

The calf massager uses an air massage system. This uses compressed air to inflate airbags which provides a compression massage for the feet and calves. The arms or thighs can also be massaged with the massage sleeves. Just attach the flexible air bag around your thigh or arm for a massage.

This recliner also comes with full body stretch. The full body stretch is accomplished by holding your feet in the leg well while simultaneously reclining the chair back. This helps to stretch the spine which increases blood flow to the vertebrae and discs.

One of the unique features of this massage chair is the massage sleeves. This recliner lets you adjust the sleeves around your arms or your thighs. In order to enhance the aesthetics of this chair, you can remove these attachments when not in use.

The air massage system covers your feet, calves, arms, thighs and also the seat. This is fairly good coverage for an air massage system. This enables you to have compression style massage available to most of the major muscle groups in the body.

The leg rest of the recliner has a rather complex hinge mechanism. This enables it to move and extend to better accommodate your calves and feet. However, this does detract from the design as the hinge mechanism is very large.

The HT 5320 has a good variety of massage features. This is one of the few models which have full body massage capability from Human Touch. The design of the chair is somewhat industrial and contains a little bulkiness in its appearance. However, the massage therapy is fairly good and does the job consistently.

If you are considering the purchase of a Panasonic massage chair, it is important that you consider reliable reviews of these products. The following article will give you an overview of Panasonic and its products; what you get and what you don’t get.

In considering chairs from Panasonic, one of the reasons the company and its products have received high marks through the years rests in the fact that only top quality materials are used in its massage chairs. This includes fine leather. Moreover, Panasonic chairs have also garnered a reputation for being solidly built. These durable products are so well put together that they generally do come with a five year labor warranty, a warranty that really is rather unique in the industry.

The EP30005 Panasonic Ultra Deep massage chair is a prime example of a product from this company. Durable, stylish and comfortable, this chair is highly in demand today.

In addition to the use of top of the line materials and workmanship, Panasonic massage chairs are also known for being very affordable. In other words, in this era of tight finances, you simply do not need to spend an arm and a leg buying the perfect massage chair for your home from Panasonic.

Speaking of your home, reviews of Panasonic products also make note of the stylish and dynamic design of the massage chairs. Generally, the chairs designed and manufactured by Panasonic harmonize and blend nicely with nearly any décor imaginable. If there is a downside to Panasonic products to be found anywhere, the only point to be noted in reviews is on the lack of available colors. As a rule, these chairs tend to be available in only more basic color schemes – black and brown leather topping the list. However, and as was noted a moment ago, the designs (including coloration) work perfectly with nearly all interiors.

Finally, when it comes to the massage and related technology included in its chairs, Panasonic is leading the way. For example, robotic massage chair options from the company are considered to be industry leaders. The technology utilized by Panasonic currently is often duplicated but is rarely equaled. You have to look at other Japanese manufacturers if you want a chair that offers as much; check out other such as Inada, Fujikura and Sanyo massage chairs.

In short, if it is a massage chair that you desire, a Panasonic massage chair needs to be on the top of your list. From style to construction to the effectiveness of the massage options, Panasonic chairs really do have all of the bases covered.