Sunday, July 12, 2009

Reflexology Massage Chairs

By Suzette Y Esquire

Most of us are seeking natural ways to maintain our health and well being. When I shop, I tend to favor more natural products over processed foods. This is also the same for my health. This is one reason why massage therapy continues to grow in popularity. It is effective in relieving symptoms of stress and the tension in your body. There are numerous massage techniques available. Reflexology or zone therapy has roots from ancient times and is currently available 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.

Man has always sought ways to increase their health and vitality. Many different forms of healing therapies have evolved. Some have very distinct characteristics like reflexology or shiatsu. However, the commonality between cultures is the development of many massage therapy techniques.

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.

Foot reflexology massage is a very safe healing method. It provides a full set of benefits including relief of pain and stiffness. It can also help relieve headaches, stress, constipation and sinusitis. There are no known side effects to this type of treatment.

Foot reflexology massage has been incorporated into many massage chairs. This is a very specific type of massage which has some great benefits. These massage recliners use different technology and sophisticated software controls to deliver a soothing and relieving foot massage.

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.

Omega massage has developed their foot flex technology. This provides a stimulating and relieving foot reflexology and massage. This specially developed technology is incorporated into the Montage Elite massage chair and also the Montage Premier massage chair. This is one of the more effective foot massages available.

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.

Massage chairs perhaps provide you of the greatest benefit of all, convenience. They are available when you most need them. They also provide a place for relaxation. Massage chairs also come with a variety of other massage techniques that can deliver full body

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