Snailax Neck Back Massager with Heat, Full Body Massage Chair Pad, Adjustable Compression, Rolling, Shiatsu Massage Seat Cushion, Chair Massagers,Gifts for Women, Man (Upgrade)

Amazon CustomerUnited Kingdom

Finally a shiatsu seat that works really well

Full disclosure, I have never been a fan of massage seats, they have always disappointed. Due to chronic lower back pain I bought this one on its recommendations and boy, it doesn't disappoint at all. Firstly it is well boxed with no wasted plastic and rubbish (which is important) and immediately ready to use. Though I read the instructions you really don't need to, the controls are very intuitive and easy to use. The back pad gives a firm but not painful massage from very low to a reasonable height. I am 6'4" so the top of the back massage is just below my shoulder blades, but my wife is 5' as the back pad covers her back well. I am not disappointed with this cover for myself as it works well and feels great. The neck massage is truly height adjustable and I can vary this from my shoulders to the top of my neck, once again a firm and comfortable massage. (NOTE, my 5' wife found the neck massage was too high for her and didn't use it. However this is not a serious problem as the neck massage on this is really a support for the back massage and if you really need intense neck massage you should get a massage pillow that you can lie on and not use this in a seated position...it works much better for the neck). I have never been a fan of vibration massage and I did not know this had air massage points so I was not worried about these. I sat down and tried the back massage (excellent) experimented with spot massage on certain points (works excellently) and played with the neck massage (very nice) and then I saw the button marked "Auto". I pressed this and...OMG...WOW...it just started to combine all the elements including vibration and air massage and I nearly melted. The total effect is beyond the sum of the parts and each work well together, constantly altering and changing slowly to give a relaxing but never boring massage. I now use these even if I'm doing a spot massage on my lower back as the added vibration and air squeezing etc all help you relax into the important bit of the massage. Given that you can set this chair to focus on one thing, or do several...or just go on auto it is very, very flexible. And believe me, when you press auto it just takes over and carries you away, it's honestly wonderful. For direct problems I would say this chair is most suitable for back issues. You can focus on lower back or mid back etc and get an intense massage. If you put a cushion behind the rigid back so that you are laying back on it at an angle of about 20 to 25 degrees then the pressure increases and the massage is more intense. For neck massage it is fine, it will definitely help, but as I say for more intense neck massage you are better with a massage pillow. However, to get the neck massage as an extra while your back is being relaxed is brilliant. The seat mechanisms, vibration and air massage, are very pleasant in association with the rest but are not in themselves very therapeutic so this is not for really useful for problems with the Gluts or leg muscles. (No massage chair would be good for that, it is a different area and probably needs manual massage). However the intense back massage, the decent neck massage and the overall relaxing and therapeutic feel of the whole thing working together is WAY beyond my expectations and this is the first massage chair I would recommend in any way, and I recommend it very strongly. NOTE; It is easy to fold the seat up and slide this into a small space when not in use, easy and quick to get back out and very intuitive to use with an excellent controller. If you have a sore back, or if you just want the option to sit down for 15 minutes whenever you want and be treated to a delightful massage and pamper then get this, you won't be disappointed. I am not connected to this company and this is a neutral and non-biased review based only on my personal experience. Jeremy

GLAM-MAUnited States

This is exactly what My 86 year old dad needed

I did a lot of reading and reviews before I chose the Snailax Full Body Massage Chair Pad. This was bought for my 86-year-old father that has chronic lower back pain & hip pain. He was very happy with my choice. It is heavy for someone his age to move around. He liked using in his large recliner so he can relax. I believe it is about 16lbs and it says to unplug from the wall outlet so this part he has struggled with until I moved the pad to another small swivel chair & because the pad has a tall firm back it still worked fine w/o needing the chair back taller. I read all instructions before using and it is pretty clear on instructions and for setup. It was well packaged- doubled box which really protected to and didn't have all the Styrofoam or extra stuff to dispose of. There is an auto setting that will run 15 mins for sample, but my dad likes that because it does it all. It says to use only 3x's at 15 mins a day to start & I understand so your back can get used to the massage part. I think for us being tall it is perfect to have the full auto start from the lower back and goes up to the neck & head area. So far just having it for 5 days it is doing a good job. I have used the air massager setting and it just seems to air up and expand and decrease for pressure it feels good but not the pressure I thought. The rollers are really good and not so intense that it hurts. I used 1st time and wondered if I would feel the workout in the middle of my back the next day, but I didn't. I am glad we are tall, or we may have had to add a cushion to raise a smaller person like it states to raise someone with a small body frame raised up to have their head and neck in the right position. It is nice to be able to fold the seat up and set aside if not in use. It was easy enough to lean against something to store in area you want to use all the time. The controller stores in a pocket on the right side of the back- quick to set back up My dad loved how it helped his sore lower back, or if you just want to sit down for 15 minutes or less whenever you want and be relax to a wonderful massage. I feel you will not be disappointed. My review was based only on my fathers & my own personal experience. I may have to order myself one for our house since I got to try out my dad's. Overall very happy with what it performs.

Amazon CustomerUnited States

The Best Neck/Back Massager Around! Positively Life, Body, Home & Work Transformative!

Pros: - Delivery arrived on time. - The delivery arrived very well packaged, safe, and secure. - Virtually no setup was needed. - This product boasts very sturdy construction, and nice, high-quality leather is featured throughout. - The massage capability is very high quality and can deliver a powerful, strong, high-pressure massage, which is very rare for a massage chair insert. I particularly appreciate this because, as a PhD professor, therapist, president, and CEO of a company, I carry a lot of stress in my back and shoulders after long hours of sitting and working. However, one can adjust the level and strength of massage pressure and vibration to fit one's preferences and needs. - This massage chair insert is portable and fits in virtually any sort of chair. It can be easily removed and relocated to nearly any other chair in the home. - The remote control offers many excellent features and options and is also built more strongly than most other remote controls for similar objects. - The wiring and cables throughout the massage chair are also heavy-duty and designed to last. Cons: It is difficult to think of many disadvantages of this product; however: I wish there was an option for it to remain on for longer than 30 minutes or so, yet I also understand this is a safety feature. Regardless, sitting and working for long periods, it would be nice to at least have an option where 30 minutes or so could be extended. (In the spirit of transparency, while I stand by the above claims 100%, and such are entirely accurate and reflect my own personal views, opinions, and perspectives, I was invited to try and test this product by the company, which required that I personally purchase this product and seek reimbursement from them upon completing such a period of testing and review. Additionally, over the past couple years, I have independently purchased three other Snailax massage products (i.e., two Snailax full body massage mats & one Snailax Shiatsu Foot Massager with deep kneading) and cherish these other high quality, reliable products daily.

P. RaneyUnited States

A great way to relax and unwind

I have several massagers that target specific areas but this one is awesome for just sitting back, relaxing and enjoying an all over massage. It's really well made and looks good. There's a pad down the back which is removable if you want a deeper shiatsu massage but stops it being painful if your muscles are a little tender (unlike some other shiatsu massagers I've been on) The pad for your head is also removable allowing you to adjust the position of your head and neck relative to the massage heads. The back shiatsu covers the full range of my back from the base to my shoulders (I'm 5'4" ) and the neck massager comes down low enough to get into the knots on top of my shoulders and all the way up my neck The vibration is only in the seat and feels good if you've been working your glutes and backs of your legs. The compression also feels good, not sure what it's doing exactly but it does feel good. The heat is at the low back and feels great when your low back is stiff, which mine usually is. You can use any of the different functions on its own or in any combination Can you tell I love this massager? Ok negatives, because there always is at least one, but in this case definitely not enough to drop a star, just something to be aware of... If you have the compression on high, at some points it alternates from one side to the other, which feels fine except when you have the shiatsu on at the same time, it pushes you a little off center, just enough for the shiatsu massage head to hit your spine, which I found really painful. Simple fix though, keep the compression on low if you want it on at the same time as the shiatsu, or use them separately. The only other "negative" is that the motors, particularly the one that moves the neck massager up and down, are a little bit loud but it doesn't bother me, again, not a deal breaker, you could always just wear earbuds if it bothers you , I sometimes do that anyway with some relaxing music or a guided meditation on. Overall I'm really happy with this massager, it definitely hits the right spots