Massage therapy chair

[iguessifuwant]

I have mild scoliosis. In addition, I have advanced arthritis in my upper back and cervical area. And, I'm short in stature.

When I sit on the couch and read, it's difficult to get into a comfortable position, because my feet don't touch the floor. Sometimes I bring a stool over to put my feet on. When I was younger , I used to just curl my feet up to get comfy, and could sit that way for a long time. I also used to be able to stretch out on the bed to read, and prop my head up on my hands, leaning on my elbows.

Those last two poses are definite no-no's for me, now. I find that it's difficult to get into a comfortable position to read.

OK, here comes a weird question. I get regular, hour-long table massages every three weeks. The other day, I received a short "chair massage" The chair I sat in felt *wonderful*. I felt like my weight was evenly distributed, and that no stress was on my back. I couldn't help but think that this would make a great reading chair, if there were a stand underneath the head/donut part that could hold a book or magazine.

Do you know if any "consumers" have used a chair like that for reading purposes?

Thanks,

D.S.

 

[meatball7]

Massage therapy chair

I have mild scoliosis. In addition, I have advanced arthritis in my upper back and cervical area. And, I'm short in stature.

When I sit on the couch and read, it's difficult to get into a comfortable position, because my feet don't touch the floor. Sometimes I bring a stool over to put my feet on. When I was younger , I used to just curl my feet up to get comfy, and could sit that way for a long time. I also used to be able to stretch out on the bed to read, and prop my head up on my hands, leaning on my elbows.

Those last two poses are definite no-no's for me, now. I find that it's difficult to get into a comfortable position to read.

OK, here comes a weird question. I get regular, hour-long table massages every three weeks. The other day, I received a short "chair massage" The chair I sat in felt *wonderful*. I felt like my weight was evenly distributed, and that no stress was on my back. I couldn't help but think that this would make a great reading chair, if there were a stand underneath the head/donut part that could hold a book or magazine.

Do you know if any "consumers" have used a chair like that for reading purposes?

Thanks,

D.S.

First of all, I am sorry about all that pain.......ouch. As far as using it as a reading chair, I would say if it works, go for it. I have never done it but it sounds like an interesting and very good idea

 

[stanford.designer]

It does seem perfect for that position, but I would hesitate to use it for prolonged periods of time, due to the stress on the knees. You don't want to solve one problem, and create another. The purpose of the chair is to be used for short durations, not more than 30 minutes, but mostly for 5-15 minutes.

The other aspect is the cost factor. I know I paid $400+ for my chair...

 

[Pompal 09.]

Massage chair

Thanks for the comments/replies! I'm wondering: would it really cause knee problems? Granted, I only sat in it for about 15 mins., but it felt that my weight was pretty evenly distributed; part of my weight was on my knees, but it felt like most of my weight was supported by the pad thing in front of the chest area. And, you're right, the cost factor is an issue.

Thanks,
D.S.

 

[Pompal 09.]

Massage chair

Thanks for the comments/replies! I'm wondering: would it really cause knee problems? Granted, I only sat in it for about 15 mins., but it felt that my weight was pretty evenly distributed; part of my weight was on my knees, but it felt like most of my weight was supported by the pad thing in front of the chest area. And, you're right, the cost factor is an issue.

Thanks,
D.S.

That really depends on the chair. Mine has the client's weight mostly on the seat, and so far I've never had anyone feel any stress to their knees, though several have been concerned before they tried it.

 

[Average Mike]

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Good point. I guess what I meant is that any of my weight that isn't first supported by the seat seems to be evenly distributed between the pad by the chest and the knee rest. But the seat probably does support most of the weight. Could it be that my butt is so small, that I forgot about the seat being the part that supports most of the weight?? lol, I don't think that's the reason!!!!!

Thanks,
D.S.

 

[TheAwakening]

The other comfort issue is the face cradle. After a while, your sinuses would congest. A while after that, your face would start to hurt from being under pressure. (Although you don't notice the pressure during a chair massage; trust me, you would notice it reading a book. A: because your'e just sitting in the chair instead of being massaged; B: because you'd be sitting there much longer. Like Pandora's Gift said, it's meant to be used for short duration. And you're right, it IS so comfortable at first that it's normal to consider using it for longer periods of time. Unfortunately, it just doesn't work that way.

 

[Rock Hard Spock]

Massage chair

Oh, ok Bliss, thanks. Then this is what we need to do. Invent a similar chair, and replace the head rest thing with a chin pad and a little piece that would support the forehead, leaving the sinus area exposed, etc. Of course, it needs a little shelf or stand to hold the book, lol.

Actually, I think that just about any position is not good to be in for a long period of time. As I get older, I'm finding that I need to move around more and change positions, or something gets overworked, overtired, "falls asleep," etc. My chiropractor mentioned to me yesterday, "Don't ever, ever prop your head up with your hands while leaning on your elbows." When I was young, I would spend hours studying that way! Seemed like a good idea at the time. Now I can only bear to be in that position for about 10 seconds.

Thanks,
D.S.

 

[Rick420~57]

I have had people ask me about using my massage chair for regular office work.

Kneeling chairs have been around for a long time and are thought to be better for your back. If you put "kneeling chair" into Google, one of the first entries is http://www.sitincomfort.com/kneechairs.html

When I read, I like my head better supported but to each their own!

 

[Be F]

I have had people ask me about using my massage chair for regular office work.

Thanks for your comment. Just curious: Did anyone ever end up using your massage chair for office work, or buying one of their own for that purpose?

Thanks again,
D.S.

 

[Tink]

No - because the chest piece and face cradle wouldn't be suitable. I have suggested to some people that they look into the kneeling chairs, but I don't know if they have or not! :roll:

 

[5th Horseman]

I have mild scoliosis. In addition, I have advanced arthritis in my upper back and cervical area. And, I'm short in stature.

When I sit on the couch and read, it's difficult to get into a comfortable position, because my feet don't touch the floor. Sometimes I bring a stool over to put my feet on. When I was younger , I used to just curl my feet up to get comfy, and could sit that way for a long time. I also used to be able to stretch out on the bed to read, and prop my head up on my hands, leaning on my elbows.

Those last two poses are definite no-no's for me, now. I find that it's difficult to get into a comfortable position to read.

OK, here comes a weird question. I get regular, hour-long table massages every three weeks. The other day, I received a short "chair massage" The chair I sat in felt *wonderful*. I felt like my weight was evenly distributed, and that no stress was on my back. I couldn't help but think that this would make a great reading chair, if there were a stand underneath the head/donut part that could hold a book or magazine.

Do you know if any "consumers" have used a chair like that for reading purposes?



Hi DS

One of my clients purchased a chair. He's a video game tester and can spend up to 10 hrs playing. The massage chair has helped his biomechanics.

Maria
Massage in Motion