why can you only massager for 20 minutes at a time?
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It's just the way they have the timer set. I have fibromyalgia and I use my heat and the massager 24/7. When I'm awake and in my chair that's the first thing that get turned on. My massager and my heating pad. They both stay on all the time I'm in my chairs. I have two of these massagers. One for my office, in my house, and the other in my chair in the living room. I hope this helps. :)
739236
No, the settings are 10, 20 and 30 Mins intervals. The Machine you are thinking of is a medical device.
486230
Just vibration + heat - various levels of both vibration & heat - Have had several types of foot massagers and this is the best we have had. Had a reflexology one just prior to this one and was one of the worst we have ever had - - plain discomfort ! ! Hope this answers your ? ?
1145721
It activates the kneading motion of the rollers that under the feet. You can turn it off to just have the vibration and air pressure but I prefer to keep the kneading action for the 15 mins that I do the massage.
1286055
Let's see, it has 20 different massage's 19 is a single type of massage and only 1 has several different massage programed. you can adjust the intensity from soft to hard tapping. The tapping is like someone fist pounding on you not rollers or thumbs. On your shoulders it gives a good massage and you hold on to the handle to lower it to your back, this is not for your neck as it says it is. The weight fells a little heavy but its about average for this type of massager.
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Hi Aug. I have to say that I really like my massager (MCS-510H). My principal problem is mid-back, however---it does just what I need there. For lower back it will do the same thing---that is, sort of roll around the area---not just up & down. But that area is more boney and the massage just doesn't go deep enough to do a really good job. That said, I don't think any of the chair-style massagers will do better. One thing I really do appreciate is its ability to concentrate on one area (low, for instance)---and then you can also "spot" massage by pressing up or down buttons to put it right where you need it. All in all, I think its damn good for the price. Tom
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Jocelyn, I can't answer your question because I sent mine back. If you haven't ordered yet, I'd advise you to look around a little more. I found the machine too hard to hold. There was wild vibration for the hand holding it, while it should be only for the massagee. Good luck! Margaret
1669373
I have been told by a health professional to use mine 3 times a day. Be sure at least once to sit on the machine and rest your arms slightly behind where you are sitting, so that you receive a bit more therapeutic vibration for your arms and upper body.
1871094
Is there a time limit to the massage (machine turns off > 15 min)? And can you lie on this in a bed for a mid-back massage? Has anyone used the unit daily for ~ a year and had it stand up to the daily usage? Thanks.
1678574
Yes, you can just use the heat or the massage feature by itself, or you can use the two together. I actually liked the cushion. I found it very comfortable but I returned it because the massage feature was too loud.
2257751
The main part of the massager is made of hard plastic and the inside knob under the white part is also hard plastic and when turned on, the two peices of hard plastic are hitting each other causing a loud noise. You can hold the massager in one spot with some pressure and it will stop making the noise but after a few second of firm holding, your hand begins to get sore. Overall if you were using it on your foot, you can tolerate the noise but if you use it on your shoulders or neck (anything close to your ear) its a bit too much.
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Yes, this chair has multiple massage options. Upper, mid, and lower back massage can be controlled. You can also control the intensity of the massage from 1 to 10. However, this is more of a vibrating chair than a massage chair. It still feels good but it's good to know that before you buy it.
1352652
There is a 30 minute timer. You can just reset it if you want a longer session. You only have to turn the timer dial to do that.
614920
it was a gift for my dad so I don't use it but he says the massage is really more like a vibration. I don't think it is that great unfortunately :/
180363
I'm not familiar with the other massager but you control the location and pressure by where you place it on your body and how hard you lean into it. If I find a certain angle or spot is uncomfortable I just move it to a better spot.
1887795
We only use the non-massage setting, but I believe the restrictor limits the flow for all settings.
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You can set to only massage some of your back or all over it. It can be set to massage intermitently or steady. Great product after hetic day at work