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A massage chair is made to help you relax and reduce tension, therefore purchasing one should be simple and worry-free.
Finding the right chair can be very challenging with so many massage chair alternatives available.
To help you sort through the various features in a modern massage chair and learn more about some of our favorite models, we have put together this in-depth guide.
The Daiwa Supreme Hybrid features a unique HybriFlex™ dual-track system and six-roller “FullBodyReach” mechanism that allows for deep, full-body stretching—from the neck and shoulders down to the thighs. With features like inversion stretch, zero-gravity recline, heated knee therapy, full-body airbag compression, and space-saving design, this chair delivers a luxury wellness experience at home.
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The Daiwa Rumba delivers full-body wellness with a 49″ SL-track, pedi-stride foot motion system, and 26 total-body airbags for circulation and muscle relief.
Equipped with 12 automatic massage programs, zero-gravity recline, touchscreen controls, and built-in Bluetooth speakers, it combines high-tech convenience with therapeutic performance
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The Infinity Circadian Dual Flex 4D comes with a 6-roller system that has a deeper reach with wider coverage for a more thorough full-body experience. A dual track makes it possible to bend further than most other chairs for complete spinal decompression.
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The Infinity Sovana 4D DualPro pairs dual synchronized massage mechanisms with a full-body L-track and 24 auto programs, delivering precision therapy from shoulders to glutes. Packed with advanced features like intelligent body-scan sensors, lumbar and foot heat, triple sole reflexology rollers, and space-saving Zero Wall Fit design, this chair blends high-end performance with smart home integration.
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The Kyota Kizuna M688 Massage Chair combines advanced AI-driven technology with luxurious comfort to deliver a fully personalized, full-body massage experience. With therapeutic heat and cooling, voice control, and customizable programs, it’s designed to elevate daily relaxation and recovery at home.
The Kyota Joubu M880 4D Massage Chair delivers a spa-quality full-body massage right in your home, using advanced 4D technology and a long L-Track to follow the natural curve of your spine for deeper relief. With customizable programs, intuitive controls, and therapeutic features like heat and reflexology rollers, it’s designed to melt away tension and promote daily relaxation and recovery.
The Luraco iRobotics i9 Max Special Edition delivers a medical-grade, full-body massage with advanced engineering and customizable features to support recovery and relaxation. Made in the USA with patented technology and premium materials, it offers powerful, personalized therapy at home.
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The Luraco iRobotics i9 Max delivers a powerful, medical-grade full-body massage with patented American-made engineering designed for recovery and wellness at home. Advanced rollers, full-body stretching, and intuitive controls provide deeply customizable relaxation and relief.
The COREnine C650 Massage Chair delivers powerful, human-like full-body relief with synchronized 5D massage technology and a precision SL-track that contours to your spine for deeper muscle relaxation. Built with heat therapy, zero-gravity positioning, and advanced body scanning, it’s designed to provide a deeply personalized wellness experience at home.
The COREnine C600 Massage Chair delivers a spa-style full-body massage with advanced 4D massage technology and body scanning for a personalized, therapeutic experience at home. Featuring zero-gravity positioning, heat therapy, and intuitive smart controls, it’s designed to soothe tension and enhance daily relaxation.
Most people who think of getting a massage have mental images of immaculately kept rooms with lovely scents and soothing music. Although a traditional massage can be wonderful, it does have its drawbacks that a modern massage chair can help you avoid. First, making an appointment and going to visit a masseuse takes time. A massage chair is far more practical than a regular massage since it gives you the comfort and relaxation you desire whenever you want it, day or night. Also, even if the cost of a massage chair can be high, you won't have to keep paying a masseuse over and over again. Last but not least, as you will discover in this buying guide, modern massage chair technology can deliver a massage that surpasses even the best massage techniques we’re familiar with and love.
There are a variety of massage chair roller systems to choose from with various capabilities. Depending on your needs, you may want a softer 2D chair with a more therapeutic feel or a 3D chair with more overall coverage that can deliver deep tissue massage therapy. And, if getting a good spinal decompression stretch is important, you may want to consider a Dual-Track chair.
2D Rollers: 2D massage chair rollers move up and down and side to side, but they don’t provide much pressure and cannot deliver a deep tissue massage.
3D Rollers: 3D massage chair rollers go up and down and side to side and can also move in and out to provide deep tissue massage.
4D Rollers: 4D rollers are exactly the same as 3D except they have smoother, more fluid movements for the most human-like feel.
S-Track System: An S-Track roller system follows the curvature of your spine by moving up and down a roller track that slides from your neck all the way down to your lower back.
L-Track System: L-Track rollers not only follow the curvature of your spine, but they continue along an L-Shaped track to deliver massage to your glutes and hamstrings as well.
Dual Track/Split Track: A Dual-Track is the integration of an L-track merged with an S-Track for superior stretch capabilities with two roller systems instead of just one for better coverage. The rollers will massage your back and glutes simultaneously.
There are various types of massage chairs that use different massage styles and techniques. The following are the main styles used in most massage chairs:
Shiatsu: Shiatsu is an ancient Japanese healing practice that uses targeted massage for specific pressure points to alleviate pain and tension.
Kneading: Kneading is a massage technique in which deep pressure is applied to compresses the underlying muscles.
Tapping: Tapping is a percussion massage used for soft tissue pain and soreness with rapid, short-duration pulses or taps that reach deep into the soft tissues of the body.
Clapping: Clapping is a form of tapotement which is a Swedish massage style using fast rhythmic percussion.
Swedish: Swedish massage uses long kneading strokes combined with rhythmic tapping to target the uppermost layer of muscles and aims to relieve muscle tension.
Vibration: Vibration massage delivers a vibrating and shaking motion onto the muscles to ease tension and stimulate circulation.
Budget-Friendly: Economic chairs that range in price from $999 to $2000. Most chairs in this category use 2D massage rollers to deliver a gentle, therapeutic massage that can be enjoyed by a broad range of users. There are very few 3D massage chairs in this category due to the expense of more advanced technology.
Mid-Range: Mid-Range massage chairs vary between $2000 to $5000. There’s a very large selection of 3D massage chairs in this range, but very few 4D chairs due to even more advanced technology. Some 3D chairs can be uncomfortable and lack the humanlike feel of a 4D chair, but it really depends on how it feels for your individual body.
Luxury: Luxury massage chairs are the ultimate in luxury at the absolute top-quality and range from $5000 and up. The majority of Premium massage chairs use 4Drollers and come with the latest in massage chair innovations and have a few extra bells and whistles. Chairs in this range are very smooth and have the most human-like feel.
At The Modern Back we take pride in our knowledge of massage chairs and have many years of experience with countless models. We know which chairs have proven themselves and stand out from the rest and we stand behind all the chairs we recommend. Learn more about our Top Recommended Massage Chairs and discover the Best Massage Chairs in our latest updated article.
