Massage therapy does wonders for relaxing your body and mind. As well as providing relief for aching muscles, it can prevent pain, improve blood circulation and help you to maintain good posture. 

Since it’s not easy to find the time for regular visits to a massage therapist, massage chairs are becoming more popular for their convenience and time-efficiency. 

But not all massage chairs are equal in terms of their features, design and durability. If you’ve found a massage chair for sale that you’re interested in then, there are some factors to consider before you buy. 

Here, we explain what you need to know before you make the investment. 

Features 

Massage chairs can include a whole range of features. Some will use kneading motions while others will roll across muscles or even heat up at certain pressure points. 

There are even zero gravity massage chairs which recline to simulate the feeling of weightlessness. 

And while some massage chairs will massage your whole body from top to toe, others only target specific areas, such as your back and shoulders. 

Try out a range of different models to get a feel for which features you want and which you can do without. Then when you see a massage chair for sale that fits your preferences, you’ll know it’s the one for you.  

Budget

Although buying a massage chair will save you money in the long term, it will be a big investment when you do make the purchase. 

High-end massage chairs can come with tons of extras such as USB ports and a built-in sound system, as well as big price tags. But don’t let that put you off. Your main objective is to buy a massage chair that you will get a lot of use from. 

Consider what you can afford with your budget and decide on which features are most important to you. You don’t want to pay for functions you’ll never use. 

Design

As well as the price and features, the massage chair needs to physically fit in your home. 

Although massage chairs are becoming more streamlined and design-focused, they can still be very bulky. And if they recline and come with foot and head rests then they will need even more space. 

If the chair comes with wheels then this is a big advantage as it means you can store it in a corner when you’re not using it. Decide where you want to put your massage chair and measure the space and the chair carefully before you buy.

Durability  

For such a big investment, you want to be sure that your massage chair will last a long time. Find customer reviews of the makes and models you’re interested in to check other people’s experiences. 

However, even the best massage chairs can break down, especially considering the many components that a massage chair includes. 

Make sure that the massage chair is built with a modular design. If anything does go wrong, this means you only have to send the broken part back for repairs. 

Customer Support

Last but not least, before buying a massage chair, get in touch with the company’s customer service department. 

If they’re available and attentive then this will reassure you that someone will be there to resolve any problems you might have in the future. 

Knowing that the company has great customer support will reassure you that you’ve chosen the right massage chair and the right company for you. 

Find the Right Massage Chair for Sale 

The most important thing to consider when shopping around for a massage chair is that it’s right for you. 

As it’s an investment you’ll want to make sure that you can use it frequently and that it lasts a long time.

With this in mind, you should aim to find a massage chair for sale which includes all the features you want in a durable chair that fits your budget.