does this just vibrate or have knobs that knead your back?
1290101
It vibrates AND has kneading sections, but unlike knobs (rounded tops), they're flat, thin and oblong, much like a Fun Size Twixt candy bar. Very nice, with one in hand while enjoying a heated, relaxing massage.
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Vibrate is the fastest setting. There are knobs inside but they don't physically rotate...there is a fast rotating pulse from knob to knob...very massage like. My husband has to have a shot in his back every 6 months for a back issue. This really soothes his aching back. I use it after I work out for sore back and thigh muscles. I also put my grandchildren on it and it puts them to sleep every time. I think it's the combination massage pulse and warmer because a lot of times it puts me to sleep.
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No there is no heat. It mimics the motions that massage therapists learn in massage school.The nice thing about the Kneading Massager is that you have total control over the intensity of the massage.All About Health Network Professional Massage Therapist
2136497
I had this thing for such a short time that I'm not sure what the exact mechanism was for the "tapping." All I remember is that when I put it on my back, the thumping was incredibly uncomfortable and hard to regulate. It feels like a jack-hammer. I sent it back because even though I love deep-tissue massage and am no delicate flower, this caused more discomfort than it relieved. Not sure if this helps, but my recommendation is to keep looking. I think the Homedics might be better.
1768471
Yes, but, even if it had a function where it gave you a back massage, it's still a horrible waste of money. Steer clear of this thing.
671733
I do not know. Did not have it on long enough to find out. The vibration of it made me sick. I returned it the next day. I wanted a massager and not a vibrator.
913163
Percussion is kind of "thumping" but it is gentle. If you press hard with the unit, it is smoother. It is very similar to the massager my Chiropractor uses. This massager has been a great relief for my sciatica and shoulder pain. I highly recommend it.
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Yes! It has lower back, upper back, and full back buttons! With or with out heat! Sometimes I stack a few pillows, and sit on them to get really low on the back! In turn, sometimes I slouch down on it to get my upper back, neck, and head!
1251706
Its not noticeable, i wish it vibrated a little harder on the side that massages
624727
it does not vibrate it has roller and percussion massageit is almost like sitting on a subwoofer you get a nice bass thump and the heat is always just the perfect temperature
463733
It has heat and different intensity options. There is an auto mode as well which works well. You can control the vibrations between upper back, lower back, the seat and foot rest. All in all it's not a bad chair for the massager and price but there are better out there.
372454
It vibrates but the needles actually go in and out of your skin. The depth depends on the number you choose by turning it right or left.
1590968
This chair has adjustable vibration levels, and heat. The intensity of the max vibration is more than I can handle. I have several back related issues with sometimes severe pain. I find that the combination of heat/massage gives me a reduction in my pain level. I use the chair three to five times a day. You can also regulate what zones are actively vibrating,and there is a timer that you can adjust. I love my chair, Good Luck
50089
I don't feel that it vibrates more than any other hairdryer, so you might have a defect. Sorry :(
1139706
I wouldn't necessarily say mine shakes, but it does vibrate. The level of vibration is on par with the Andis T-Outliner that I have so I consider it normal for a professional/barber level trimmer.
146962
I have no idea what type of vibration this machine has but I believe it is dual. My chiropractor bought one for his mother for her osteoporosis and it helped her and her friends quite a lot. I seem to remember him saying something about it vibrating both ways. Sorry, I'm not technical, that's the best I can do.
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Actually, the rubber grips on this model isolate the operator's hands from the vibration more than the much more expensive JennieO unit. It doesn't have the variable speed control like the JennieO unit, but we never used the speed control. We left it on high but the giant knob got in the way of your hands trying to fit in the handle. The Body Back Vibe is by far your best bet
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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