One of the best ways to have relaxation at your own home is to invest in a massage chair.
Having a rough and tiring day at your work wouldn’t be a problem as a massage chair can fix your tiredness into relaxation.
But..!
Not knowing how to operate it properly limits you to get the most out of it.
If you own a massage chair and worry about your sore muscles even after using it for a while now, then probably you ain’t using it the right way.
Whether you have just purchased a new one and looking for a guide to use it properly or you ain’t getting the best out of it even after spending hundreds of Dollars, don’t fret! We got you.
In this article, we will guide you deeply and thoroughly about how to use the massage chair, how it works and what are the best tips to follow.
So, let’s get straight into it.
Things to know about a Massage Chair when using it for the first time
If you are a beginner and don’t have any clear idea about a massage chair, here are some important factors you must know about as these will help you understand operating a massage chair better.
Massage functions
It is important to know the features of a massage chair before purchasing it.
For example; whether you are looking for a shiatsu massage, reflexology, vibrating massage or looking for an All-in-one massage chair.
The number of options you are going to choose in a massage chair plays a big role in selecting a specific model.
The higher the number of features in a massage chair, the more time is needed to explore each one of them before starting to use it.
Massage positions
There are multiple massage chairs in the market now which offer a variety of massage positions.
It is important as well to know about the types of massage your chair will offer before making a purchase.
Most of the high-end massage chairs offer reclining options which include zero gravity and inversion features.
Also, some advanced massage chairs come with a thumb-like massage which completely mimics the hand feeling while a person is taking a massage on the massage chair.
Programs
Furthermore, a lot of massage chairs come with preset programs and various manual techniques.
The massage chairs with preset programs offer timed-massage and target specific areas.
Just make sure which features your massage chair offers before making a purchase. In this way, operating it would be much easier.
Now, the real question is, how to use a massage chair irrespective of a model or brand as the basic functionality of each and every massage chair is the same.
So, to find out, let’s have a look..!
Also remember, that more the features, more will be the price of the massage chair and if your to know about the price in detail, you can check our massage chair pricing guide here.
How to operate/use a massage chair
A lot of people are inexperienced when it comes to a massage chair, especially those who are buying it for the first time.
It can be a bit overwhelming to use a massage chair for the first time when you have zero knowledge about it.
Nonetheless, a massage chair is an electronic device and needs full control over it to operate the chair effectively.
Here are the most basic and important steps you need to know when using a massage chair for the first time.
Start it slow
People who are new to massage chairs should start it at a slow rate; 1 session per week.
In addition, it would be best to warm up your body before taking a massage (only those who ain’t suffering from any chronic physical pain).
Otherwise, your muscles will get sore if used without warming up your body.
When your body gets accustomed to the massages, increase it gradually to 2-3 sessions per day.
Explore the remote control settings
As we have discussed above, it is important to know the number of features your massage chair offers and explore each and every setting from its remote control or controls present on it before setting it according to your needs.
In addition, most of the massage chairs come with user-friendly controls and options, so it wouldn’t be a problem in exploring each one of them.
Identify your pain points
The next and most important step to get the best out of your massage chair is to identify your problem areas.
You wouldn’t get a perfect massage on your chair until you know your problem areas.
For example, if you have been standing for hours at your work or on your feet all day, go for a foot massage.
Similarly, if you are dealing with neck and shoulder pains, opt for an upper body massage.
Maintenance
Maintenance of an electronic machine is highly important in order to enhance its life span.
Similarly, after using the machine, clean and maintain it properly.
Regular cleaning
After every use, clean the surface of the massage chair regularly, it will give your chair a fresh look and prevent it from getting any dust.
Deep cleaning (periodically)
In order to maintain your massage chair for a longer period of time, it is important to have a thorough checkup of all the crannies and nooks of the chair.
If you notice any damage, get it repaired on the spot.
PRO TIP: Avoid placing your massage chair in direct sun and also avoid placing it near your pets and small children.
How does the massage chair work?
For those who are interested to know how a massage chair works, here is a brief information about it.
The working of every massage chair is pretty simple and easy to understand.
The microprocessor present inside the massage chair carries all the information about each massage type.
When you select a specific type of massage from the controllers, the microprocessor sends signals to the massage apparatuses and then it works accordingly.
A user can’t change the pattern of a massage but can modify the intensity of it.
Some massage chairs have sensors present in them, which scan the body of the user and what parts of it will contact the massagers, then the sensors send signals to the microprocessor and then the massage chair starts to work.
Also make sure to check our Guide and Consumer reports of best small massage chairs.
Can a massage chair cause miscarriage and injury?
As far as the miscarriage is concerned, a massage chair is safe for pregnant women as long as they are not using a lower region massage. Vibrating massages and upper body massages are recommended for pregnant women with low intensity, of course.
However, try avoiding heat massage and lower back massages on a massage chair as they can worsen the condition.
On the other hand, a massage chair doesn’t cause any physical injury but if you use it excessively for a longer period of time, it can cause muscle damage.
Important Tips for using a massage chair
Here are some important tips to know when using a massage chair;
- When the sensors are scanning your body, make sure to sit and rest on the chair comfortably and fully.
- It is best to start your massage at a lower intensity.
- The remote of the massage chair should allow the user to customize the settings easily.
- If you face any soreness despite having followed all the instructions above, then your massage chair is poorly constructed and you might need to consult the manufacturer.
FAQs
Some more frequently asked questions regarding massage chair working and operation.
How to reset a massage chair?
- First of all make sure that the chair has no load, remove anything present on the surface of the chair.
- Get the massage chair controller and turn On the chair.
- Press On/Off button in order to start a specific massage.
- Press again the On/Off button if you want to go to the main settings or reset it.
How to take apart a massage chair?
In order to disassemble your massage chair;
- Remove the arm rests with the help of a screwdriver.
- Then remove the LEDs.
- Disconnect the speakers and air hose and push it forward to release the wire harness. The one whole arm set will come off. Repeat the same process on the other end.
This way, your massage chair has less components now and you can easily move it to the other room.
How much electricity does a massage chair use?
On an average, a massage chair uses 150 Watts.
Wrapping Up
We hope that now you can use your massage chair easily and get the best out of it.
It doesn’t matter which model of a massage chair you have, just make sure to start it on a low intensity setting.
In addition, you must know about the number of features and functions before making a purchase, this will help you to explore your chair more easily.
And, don’t forget to keep your chair clean on a daily and monthly basis.
Using a massage chair is not a difficult task at all as most of the controllers nowadays are user-friendly and require some basic knowledge to fully control the chair.
Still, if you have some confusion, feel free to ask us.
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