Back Massage Chairs

The back massage chair is a relatively new component of equipment for massage therapy clinics. However, you can have one of these at home to simulate the effect of having a masseuse work on your back muscles and connective tissues. The aim of the design of this type of chair is to help relieve stress and tension and to bring you relief from back pain. The type of massage that you get from this chair is very similar to both Swedish massage and Shiatsu. For Swedish massage, you get the feeling of the long stroking glides of the hands as well as the kneading of the muscles. The Shiatsu technique gives you the pressing, rotating and rolling motions.

There are three main components of a massage chair for the back to give you these movements. They are:

* Motors - the essential part of the chair. These motors power the nodes and rollers so that they move to all pressure points of the back. You can also use them to adjust the chair to make you feel comfortable. There is a control pad that will help you choose the preset motion you want for a specific treatment. You can choose movements that target your back from the neck to the lower back.
* Nodes and Rollers - these vary is size and shape with the intention of emulating fingers and hands. You can use a chair with larger nodes so that you get a more generalized massage or one with smaller nodes and rollers to pinpoint specific sections of your back muscles. There are programs you can choose so that you get the relief you need.
* Computer assisted adjustments - The chair will automatically adjust according to your weight and height. When you sit in the chair, it will measure your back and adjust the nodes and rollers accordingly.

Of course, this doesn't give you the human touch you may need. A therapist will tell you where the problems lie and give you exercises that will also aid in relieving your discomfort.

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