The neck massage sounds good. Can the back roller be adjusted to hit the muscles right above the shoulder blade? I have some heavy duty knotting there
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The neck massage rollers have two settings for height, but ultimately it depends how tall you are.
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The neck rulers can move up and down. It should go down to where you want them unless you are very short.
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Yes. The neck massager has an "up" and "down" feature that put it from the top of the shoulder blade to the head. Has heat too.
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In the rollers that move up and down you can adjust the width . This is an awesome massager. But I suggest using a throw blanket over it because the shiatsu is very intense. As it should be.
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I do use this on my entire back. I start with smaller end under my lower back, stretch with my arms out then all the way over my head (cracking noises here), then I continue to scoot up, repeating the stretching slowly, until my shoulders are completely off the top/largest part of board (which completely stretches my lower back out, more than the upper But I still feel a good stretch in my upper back/shoulder blades). Then I do other stretches off the board to complete the process. It has helped my back immensely.
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I agree with Emily ... I think it would be way too painful to put your full weight on this model. I know some people have had great results but my wife found it pretty painful to use and very cumbersome to use sitting upright in a chair for neck massages. We sent ours back.
751936
Yes. But the massager doesn't really feel good. The moving parts are too close together, so it pinches more than massages. I would not buy another one like it.
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I suppose all pain is different for individuals, but for me neck pain often stems from computer work... I guess it starts in shoulders and upper back and moves up into neck. As this product really seems to relieve tension in upper back and shoulders, I say Yes it does. The neck pillow seems a bit too thick to me, and I often do not use it in conjunction with the mat. I really like doing the 'dead bug' yoga pose on the mat, but I should say that I prefer wearing a T shirt while using the mat.
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Its a very nice massage. I did return this machine so I am not the best to ask for a response
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Simple answer is no. However if you slid it sideways over each shoulder separately you can do left then right. This method probably won't do much. The vibration mode does help my shoulders a bit simply because the machine rest on it. The shiatsu is really what your buying the vibration is just an extra. Hope this helps
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This is a percussion massager and as such may be a bit too hard on the head. Recommend a kneading massager.
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If you get the right spot it may release in seconds. I've never paid much attention to the exact time, but I probably hold it for 10 to 30 seconds. You might get a full release of the knot, or maybe just a partial release and then you'd need to reposition it a bit because the best spot to get a release has changed a bit. And sometimes I move it back and forth over a tight spot after steady pressure has caused a partial relief. Some areas, such as along the shoulder blade, you may not be able to get it on the perfect spot, but moving it up & down along the edge of the tight muscle will help a lot. Good luck. If you get the right spot it may release in seconds. I've never paid much attention to the exact time, but I probably hold it for 10 to 30 seconds. You might get a full release of the knot, or maybe just a partial release and then you'd need to reposition it a bit because the best spot to get a release has changed a bit. And sometimes I move it back and forth over a tight spot after steady pressure has caused a partial relief. Some areas, such as along the shoulder blade, you may not be able to get it on the perfect spot, but moving it up & down along the edge of the tight muscle will help... » Read More If you get the right spot it may release in seconds. I've never paid much attention to the exact time, but I probably hold it for 10 to 30 seconds. You might get a full release of the knot, or maybe just a partial release and then you'd need to reposition it a bit because the best spot to get a release has changed a bit. And sometimes I move it back and forth over a tight spot after steady pressure has caused a partial relief. Some areas, such as along the shoulder blade, you may not be able to get it on the perfect spot, but moving it up & down along the edge of the tight muscle will help a lot. Good luck. « Show Less
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i used it for the back although it doesn't target specific points on the back, it does cover a large area and help with myofascial muscle release. Actually, it is designed so that it is better at hitting as much of the "knots" in the muscles--and I found it works really well! If you want to target trigger points that are very specific , then you may want the "massage ball" Hope that helps
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Yes. But the roller only locates at center part (1/3) of the feet. So if you want to get massaged on the whole foot, you need to move forward and backward. I think that is part of the reason the price is only 1/3 of OSIM uSqueez.
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I am not a trained expert, just an average person. Pain as in muscle tightness, the roller can help and I would recomend. As mentioned it does require a good amount of pressure and possitionin to help with a tight back or general muscles in the back. If there is sharp pain or troubles with mobility with the spine, i would not recomend.
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This massager is more for muscles. Even trying to massage the neck is difficult because of pulling the hair and the massage is too dense even on the lowest speed.
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Aloha Lana...This chair only vibrates. For a little money more you can buy an IJOY massage chair that will do what you want as I have it also and it rolls up and down the spine and digs in to the scap areas. It is a true massage chair and is best priceded at Amazon and you can also get them at Costco too and try one out there. Best to find a dealer and go sit for a while and destress in the showroom! Good luck
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I don't remember what the instructions said, but I would not use it that way as the massagers are very firm and full body weight in a reclining position could be painful. Check instructions. In my office chair it is perfect!
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Yes, it has an electric motor that rotates the head.the massager head is about 2"wide and works good for knots in your back.
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Yes, I am 6'0" and weigh 180 and it hits me perfect. You can set it for just the shoulder/neck area also if you like and use different massage types to get the most out of it. I am a very happy customer and have had friends and relatives over to try it out and have received very good reviews from all. For the price, you cannot beat it !!