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 machine lasted > 1 yr?
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Found the Homedics Ultra Plush Shiatsu Massage Pillow works best for what you mentioned. You could buy four massage pillows for the price of the kneading massager. Love the massage pillow and it works best for lying in bed using it. I keep mine on the bed and start the day using it and end the day using it. Sometimes it even puts me to sleep. I highly recommend the massage pillow over the more expensive, rougher, heavy kneading massager.
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There is no time limit. The best way to lie in bed, for a mid-back massage, is to lie on one's stomach while positioning the Kneading Massager on one's back with two small ropes, one on each side, to keep it in place. My wife has regularly used the Kneading Massager for the past six years. If ours craters, we will purchase another because this massager has worked very well!
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Mine does not have a timer or time limit. I have used it many times for about an hour. Not comfortable for back massage but I use it for a neck massage. I have had my massager since 1999! My mother once threw it away and I went to the trash can to retrieve it! Since 1999 the fabric has been worn down but has not tore.
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BTW, if you want a firm feel, do not sleep on it for over 48 hrs. If you prefer a more softer feel, under 48. Give it a touch to see.
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In my experience, I rub it on my feet at bedtime. I fall asleep before it wears off so I really can't say for sure. It usually takes me from 15-20 minutes to wind down and go to sleep. I don't use at any other time. I just want to stop the pain so I can go to sleep.
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It has the massage and wave motion but I'm not sure about timer. My Dad doesn't use it long enough to know about timer. You can feel the massage if your mattress is not too thick
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the shiatsu massage is amazing. i fact i was just using it last night. the cord is probably around 3 ft. maybe more when plugged into the wall. it does come with wall charger and car charger but i have not used it in the car yet so im not sure how long that cord is.... it is worth the money though. you can also use it on pretty much any spot of your body which is nice. also it heats up as well.
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No... But it has a shut off and suggests you don't use it for longer than 3 hours and that you allow it to rest before using it again. I imagine it may if you don't heed the warning ;)
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I use this for about 30 minutes...but if you are sitting at a desk all day...put it on low and just keep it on...I have and stretch my neck and rotate my shoulders to give myself a nice mini-massage with warm muscles.
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That is up to you. You can use it whenever you need it for as long as you can tolerate it. I mostly use mine at bedtime, and have fallen asleep bare-skinned for the entire night. I've woken up with it slightly stuck to my back, but had the best nights sleep! Many people cannot tolerate doing that; my husband can't even take it for 2 minutes. I use it for Lupus myalgia and pain from cervical disks. It has been a God-send.
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I think you would be quite pleased with the massage. It is strong and does penetrate deeply.Someone massaging you with it could push on the back and make it even stronger.I do not think you would be disappointed. I love mine and am very happy I purchased it.Good luck.
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I have this nap massaging bed rest and for the most part the price wasn't bad at all. I feel it's worth the price because the massage feature helps with chronic back pain and I just wish the back of the chair would lean back more.
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I would say about 20 minutes as well. Mine usually puts me to sleep. I have bought several of these for myself and friends and family they are truly wonderful. Well worth it and so relaxing and smell great!
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I love the machine after having it for almost 5 months. I use it daily and it helps with lymphatic drainage. I have lipedema, a fat disorder more intense than cellulite and it helps drain the excess fluid. Muscles are toned and back pain has virtually disappeared.
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That's what it's supposed to do when used properly and for a long enough period of time. However, my chiro recommended that I do no more than 2 pumps (it goes up to 6) to start and only for a few minutes. I have an extremely painful bulging disc. So it isn't going to work overnight... it will take a long time and dedication. However, you can look at the time you use it as relaxation and meditation time.
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The noise level varies. On the lower cycles it's very quiet, but it does get a little louder when it reaches its peaks. It's still a relatively quiet massager overall, but it's not whisper-quiet or anything like that. I have very sensitive hearing and it doesn't bother me to lay on the mat though.
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help i got the zen detox massage and it dose not work. the timer dose not go down, the wristband the buzzer go off ever time i plug them in . i can oniy do one person at a time. because when i do two people only one side work at a time. iam not happy this this machine i would like other one that work robinsalamb@gmail.com
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Greetings Mr.P arry, For several years I have used the Sunpentown massager.It is the best & most powerfull of all the units which I have used.*It worked for 1 week. I went over seas for 2 months.I intended to take it with me.(early Feb.>end of March)*Upon my return,I tried it again.It did not work.* I contacted the seller .his reply was."I exceeded the time limit.*I through it away & promptly ordered another unit from another seller.* I beleive that I answerd your questions to your satisfaction Sincerly, Rivqa Resnick Greetings Mr.P arry, For several years I have used the Sunpentown massager.It is the best & most powerfull of all the units which I have used.*It worked for 1 week. I went over seas for 2 months.I intended to take it with me.(early Feb.>end of March)*Upon my return,I tried it again.It did not work.* I contacted the seller .his reply was."I exceeded the time limit.*I through it away & promptly ordered another unit from another seller.* I beleive that I answerd your questions to your satisfaction Sincerly, Rivqa Resnick
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This chair is not really a massage chair in my opinion.. It is a vibrating chair. Yes it does have different areas of vibration which you can use individually or in combination with another area at the same time. In addition there are different levels of vibration intensity that can be selected as well. So in my opinion, this is a great comfortable vibrating chair. But if you're looking for massage think about the more expensive options