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	Panasonic EP1273 Swede-Atsu Companion
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To discover why and how you can make daily massage a practical and economical part of your everyday life read the full report by Dr. Scott Donkin. Download The Extraordinary Benefits of Daily Massage (pdf) See our Massage Chairs in action. Endorsed by the American Chiropractic Association Panasonic massage chairs are the first chairs to be approved by the American Chiropractic Association (ACA), the largest professional association in the world representing doctors of chiropractic. In fact, this distinction represents the first massage chair endorsement given by the ACA. Recognizing the many health benefits of regular massage, the ACA found that Panasonic massage chairs provide outstanding deep-tissue relief, which can temporarily relax tense muscles, offering an ideal complement to chiropractic manipulation. Dual-Use Air Ottoman System Our Dual-Use Ottoman System allows for a more complete, contoured lower body massage: Calves/Shin Kneading and loosening of the shins and calf muscles. Feet Reposition your feet in the air wells for a soothing foot massage. Stretch System Works to alleviate stiffness in your lower back, hips and thighs. How does it work? The air system in the ottoman squeezes the legs while it lowers and raises in 20 increments. 8 Basic Massage Modes Using two or four firm rubber massage heads, the Panasonic Swede-Atsu® Wave massage chair accurately simulates stroking with the palm of hand, pressing with the heel of the hand, kneading with thumbs and pressure with thumbs. It also covers a total of 135 square inches - including the neck, shoulder and back. There are eight different massage modes in all: Kneading A gentle in-and-out motion using four massage heads. This function is especially effective on your neck and shoulders. Try both kneading modes for a different kneading pattern and sensation. Rolling Muscles are gently stretched as the massage heads move up and down along the back. When "regional" is selected the heads will move in a 4-inch range. When "full" is selected, the heads will move in a 27-inch range. Tapping Invigorating sensation of hands rapidly tapping on your back muscles. Try both tapping modes for a different rhythm. Swedish pressure, using four rollers to simulate the palms of hands. Shiatsu Strong deep-tissue pressure and stretching using two massage heads. Compression Firm rubbing motion across the back. Two modes are available. Hawaiian A gentle rubbing motion across the back. Percussion Deep-pressure massage that stimulates acupoints. Recreates the Movements of a Professional Massage Therapist Our Float Mechanism simulates the movements of a rotating wrist for an amazingly life-like massage. FEATURE DIFFERENTIALS Total Number of Air Bags 16 MASSAGE MODES Swedish Yes Kneading Yes Hawaiian Yes Percussion Yes Compression Yes Tapping Yes Shiatsu Yes Rolling Yes GENERAL FEATURES Pre-Programs Shiatsu, Swedish, Stretch & Quick Float Mechanism Yes Speed Control 5 stages Total Massage Area 135 square inches (27"L x 5"W) Massage Stroke 27" Massage Width 2" - 7" Upholstery Leather LOWER BODY MASSAGE: Ottoman Length Adjustment Extends 6" Massage Strength Up to 2.5" deep Shin/Calf Massage Yes Leg Stretch Yes Foot/Sole Massage Foot only OTHER FEATURES: ACA Endorsed Yes Power Reclining Yes Ottoman Up/Down Control Yes Program Time Indicator Yes Height Adjustment Yes REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES: Control Panel Cover Yes Reclining Buttons Yes Ottoman Buttons Yes Neck Roller Position Yes Programmed Operation Yes Quick Program Yes Timer Yes Legi Stretch Yes Leg Grasp Squeeze Yes SPECIFICATIONS Maximum User Weight 264 lbs. Minimum Distance from Wall 16" Power Source AC120V 60Hz Power Consumption 220 watts UL Approved Yes Color Brown (EP1273TL) or Black (EP1273KL) Dimensions (H x W x D) 42.9' x 26.8' x 47.2' Weight 155 lbs Color Black Brown Shipping Standard Canada White Glove (US) White Glove (CA) Company Panasonic Feature Panasonic Swede-Atsu® Companion® Massage Chair with 8 Massage Modes Massage Chair Comparison Chart Fujikura Comparison Chart Sanyo Comparison Chart Fujikura Massage Chair Comparison Chart Brand Fujikura Fujikura Model Fujikura 1000 Fujikura 2000 Massage Specifications Strength of Massage 9 10 Actual Rolling Stroke (inches) 29" + 5.3" 29" + 5.3" Advertised Rolling Stroke (inches) 29.3" + 5.3" 29.3" + 5.3" Number of Massage Rollers 4 4 Number of Motors Total 8 11 Timer Settings (minutes) 15 20 Back Massage Functions Rolling, Kneading, Tapping  Yes Yes Combination Kneading and Tapping Yes Yes Variable Roller Width Adjustment Yes Yes Heating Element Yes Yes Air Massage in Back No No Air Massage in Seat Yes Yes Vibration in Back No No Vibration in Seat No Yes Auto Programs 5 4 Leg and Foot Massage Features Mechanical Leg / Foot Massage Shiatsu Point Shiatsu Point Mechanical Rolling in Footrest Shiatsu Point Shiatsu Point Mechanical Kneading in Footrest Shiatsu Point Shiatsu Point Air Massage in Leg / Foot Yes Yes Vibration in Footrest No No Extendabel Footrest No No Chair Specifications One Touch Recline / Return No Yes Back Recline Angle 170 170 Two Motor Recline Yes Yes Single Motor Recline No No Manual Recline No No Removable Arms No Yes Leather No No Synthetic Leather Yes Yes Dimensions - Upright W x D x H 31"x50"x45" 32"W x 51.5"H x 54"L Dimensions - Full Recline W x D x H 29x78x28 32"W x 32"H x 76"L Warranty 5years 5years Retail Price (MSRP) $2290 $5990.00 Our Price $1450 $1650 Comments And Other Features Special Features Heated Foots 3 Lower body cources Removable Back Pad Yes Yes Sanyo Massage Chair Comparison Chart   $4,499.99 $3,999.99 $2,799.99 $2,500.00 $1,990.00   HEC·DR6700K  HEC·SA5000K HEC·A3700K HEC·SA2500K HEC·SR1000K Product Image GK Roller Technology • • • Leg Point Shiatsu • • • • 4-way Multi-Roller • Stiffness Detection Sensor • • • • • Physical Shape Sensor • • • • • Memory Courses 4 Automatic Courses 10 8 6 7 7 Manual Course Combinations 41 71 20 11 36 Massage Speed Settings 5 5 3 3 3 Massage Width Settings 5 5 3 3 3 Power Recline 170° angle 170° angle 170° angle 170° angle 170° angle One-Touch Upright Return • • Zero Gravity Positions 1 1 Vertical Adjustment Range 31" 285/16" 31" 25" 25" Removable Headrest and Back Pad • • • • • Soft Synthetic Leather Cover Material • • • • • Built-in casters for easy moving • • • • • Dimensions (WxHxD) upright 28.75” x 48” x 49” 28.75” x 47.25” x 48.875” 28” x 44.25” x 47.375” 28” x 41.75” x 45.625” 26.5” x 44.125” x 40.625” Dimensions (WxHxD) reclined 28.75” x 30” x 76.375” 28.75” x 26.75” x 76.375” 28” x 23.25” x 73” 28” x 23.625” x 71.125” 26.5” x 24.5” x 69” Unit Weight 176 lbs. 154 lbs. 170 lbs. 139 lbs. 134 lbs.. Maximum User Weight 265 lbs. 265 lbs. 265 lbs. 265 lbs. 265 lbs. Warranty 1 Year Parts & Labor with In-Home Service 3 Years coverage on the roller mechanism

Massage Chair Guidelines Here you have it: your guide to finding that perfect massage chair you always wish you had. That chair that is great for relaxing after a hard day or removing tension after strenuous workouts. But before you dig in, there is some basic information - and misinformation that you will need to know. There is no question, a massage chairs can be one of the most critical and expensive consumer products in your home. The right chair will help you to relieve stress and back problems, while poor quality chairs will have you gritting your teeth with more headaches after each break down. 10 years or 10 months is the motto we so believe in. A lot of work goes into massage chairs of quality and we show them prevalently on our site. When people ask us "Why these chairs?" we tell them that "These are the ones that will be investments rather than a pain down the road." Cheaper made chairs are made cheaply by using 3rd party parts, thereby eliminating the trust you are getting a factory-certified massage chair. Quality control is lost for the gain of a dollar or more. Granted, this is not the case all the time but with our background and knowledge of the industry, it happens more than you can imagine. We urge you to talk to one of our representatives on ANY massage chair before taking the plunge. We may be able to save you hundreds of dollars in wasted time and and money with our expertise. Massage Chair Features and Benefits Since we are going to help you select the perfect massage chair for your needs, you might want to know a little bit more about what they can do. This next part talks about the different types of massages offered on your chair and how these features differ. All high priced massage chairs use the latest technology to study the finger movements of professional massage therapists and duplicate these motions. Kneading (Shiatsu) Massage The main advantage of the Kneading massage is that it both relaxes and invigorates the body. Kneading massage uses three complex movements, such as: Pressure is applied gently to an accupoint The pressure is held allowing tension to transfer to the roller Tension is then released allowing the pressure to leave the system Rolling Massage Rolling massage helps to stretch the spine by elongating the muscles that support your back. This relieves pressure on the discs in your back. Rollers massage up and down the spine. This helps to stimulate spinal nerve roots and reduce muscular back pain. The greater the area covered and greater the size of the rollers, the more optimal the massage becomes for increasing overall blood circulation. Tapping Massage Tapping massage, simply stated, helps to improve your blood circulation. This increased blood flow has the benefit of reducing muscular stiffness and enhancing movement of oxygen and other vital nutrients through the course of the body. After exercise, this function helps wring muscles free of lactic acid, reducing the overall stiffness of the region being massaged. Some massage chair technologies allow as many as five hundred taps a minute! Sit back and let all the day's stiffness dissipate. Six steps for finding the right gear for you! Now that we have talked about your Massage Chair features and learned more about the massage functions, it's time to follow these six steps to truly find you the best gear for you. Know Thyself - Know the nature of massage you need: Do you have a neck problem, back problem, or lower back problem? Do you need more concentrated massage or a combination of kneading, rolling, or tapping? Durability or temporary solution: If you need an urgent shiatsu massage, there are cheap rollers for the back. If your priorities call for durability and long term use, you will want a chair that can last at least 5-10 years. Prioritize- Decide which styles and features mean the most to you. Rank those top features and styles and use those criteria to select the products within your price range. Visit an online store and a showroom in the mall. Some of the most popular chairs are displayed in malls and if you have a chance, you should try them. Be patient in the purchasing process. As a general rule malls will charge more than online stores. Tax and shipping are involved as is the Mall's store operating costs that have to be made up in your final price. Research, research, research. Contact manufacturers for additional information on sizes, specifications, and any other information. Study them closely, review tapes, talk to friends, and other experts. Be careful about impulse buys and non-durable electrical component units. Think about return policy. You may think you will not return your massage chair purchase. But we have all heard that 50% of marriages in America end in divorce. So falling in love is wonderful. But make sure you have the option to return or exchange, or you might end up with a case of buyer's remorse (or a broken heart)! Massage Chairs When it comes to selecting the massage chair, forget about more features, more rollers and special features that you do not need. The issues you should consider are comfort, durability, stability, massage technique, motors, quality, and warranty. The most important thing in buying chairs is quality. You want a chair with the best shiatsu massage technique with good quality motors. Motors are as important to your massage chair as an engine is to your car. Making Sense of Massage Chairs Selecting your chairs based on your need is a great rule of thumb for choosing your chair. However, the chair is not a cheap purchase and you probably want it to last more than your average consumer electronic product. Here is a primer on selecting chairs. Motors Your massage chair motor is the engine of your car. Motors in the chair are important since they carry out the massage. If your massage chair breaks down, the chair becomes useless. You need to investigate the quality- who made it, where was it manufactured and how long it can last. Companies usually outsource the motor. Look for the few companies that make their own motors. Other companies are well known motor makers that make other products with motors such as vacuum cleaners or fans. Motors manufactured in Japan are known for their durability. These motors also produce less noise than motors made in other countries. You might want to investigate the number of motors in the massage chair. When the chair has independent motors that concentrate on kneading, rolling, and tapping, you will receive a more effective and powerful massage. Furthermore, a chair with more motors can allocate the workload necessary to produce a therapeutic massage. This produces less wear on each motor, allowing the motors to rest while the active motor provides you the specified shiatsu massage function. When a single motor provides all kneading, rolling, and tapping functions, it becomes more likely to burnout from overuse. The result is a shortened life span for a singular motor over a chair with several motors. Rollers There are chairs with 16, 12, 10 or 8 rollers. Is it really "the more the better?" This general rule does not accurately apply to rollers. The more rollers you have cause the size of each roller to get smaller. If a single motor of the chair is tasked with moving 16 rollers it cannot do so efficiently. It is the quality, size and type of material rollers are made of that determine the massage you will get. Some rollers allow themselves to curve along the body and form up to 50 degree to fit the shoulders, back and other areas. Other do not allow for the curves of your body. Thus, a roller that has the flexibility to suit all body types allows for a better massage than a larger quantity of inflexible rollers. Adjustments The massage chair needs to adjust to an individual in order to optimize performance for the individual user. A critical factor in your massage chair is the height adjustment. People come in all shapes and sizes. Some chairs have height adjustment for the rollers range of movement. This allows your rollers to better cover the shoulder, neck and lower back region. The speed of your massage rollers is an important factor for shiatsu massage. A proper massage entails strong and fast massage movements. At other times your back craves relaxing, soft movements. Some chairs offer strength adjustments for varying intensity. If the chair's initial massage is too strong, we recommend you put more padding in between the roller and the back cover. That process is easy to do. Usually the company you purchase from has an extra back pad for sale and it often costs less than $30. The chair offering you a stronger massage is no problem since you can add padding. As times goes by most owners want to increase the intensity since the body gets accustomed to the current massage technique and intensity. This process is similar to increasing weight on workout equipment in a gym. There is a problem with a chair producing a softer massage. There is no way to increase the intensity. In other words, there are no means to increase intensity when your body needs a stronger massage. Neck adjustment can be a critical factor in the enjoyment of your chair. Many people have neck problems. This is especially true for people working in the computer field who are in front of their terminal all day long. Some brands offer you a better neck massage than others, which is why it is so important to try before you buy; or to have the ability to exchange the chair. Features There are chairs with speed control but no intensity control. Conversely, there are chairs with intensity control without speed control. Different features can include air massage or roller massage. Air massage involves squeezing the muscle and as a result is not as effective as the better roller massages. Roller massage provides you the best massage technique for shiatsu massage. Cheaper chairs have vibration, or disk rollers instead of large rollers that provide a more therapeutic shiatsu massage. Leather chair or non-leather chair is also an issue. Generally, leather chairs are expensive to produce and less enticing for long-term use for massage chairs due to special care for roller movement. If the user does not use leather care oils, the rollers can crack the leather from the repetitive stress. For this reason, leather chairs provide less of an advantage over synthetic leather. This situation is similar to outdoor gear for camping where cotton is not as functional as nylon or Gore-Tex. Cotton is great for home use but not for the intense conditions of the outdoors. Similarly, synthetic leather massage chairs last longer than leather massage chairs because of the exposure to the repetitive wear and tear of the rollers.