Chair Massage

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Comment by Bill Cahalan on September 7, 2009 at 8:00pm

I use my chair, so far, for free massage at a local community center. I pass out my card and hope that will draw in business. I have only just begun so I'll let ya know if it works.

Comment by Maria Troia on September 5, 2009 at 7:44pm

Wow, thanks Ariana and Gabriele! I just did some online research (including looking at some You Tube videos) and must say I am seriously impressed by the Portal Pro. Between the videos and the reviews posted here, this is looking like a no-brainer. I wish it were possible to try it out, but we don't have a supplier who keeps the Portal Pro in stock here.

In the end, I'm not sure I will part with my Golden Ratio chair. Might keep it for a back up. I was told yesterday that the company is closing and that chair is the last of its kind. It is a real good chair and I'd hate to give it up knowing I couldn't replace it. I just might not use it for my primary chair.

Also, I called Oakworks yesterday and found there is a wheel replacement kit that sells for $15. Like I said, looking like a no-brainer!

Thanks again!

Comment by Ariana Vincent, LMT, MTI, BCTMB on September 4, 2009 at 10:34pm

HOW TO BUY A MASSAGE CHAIR

Go to your local massage store and look at chairs. Sit in the chairs, fold them up, and carry them. If possible, rent a chair and try it out.

To learn more about massage chairs, go on-line and look up chairs you might be interested in and check the specifications, features and prices.

http://www.morningstarcompany.com/shop/massage-tables-chairs-c-44.html - Morning Star Trading Company has a selection of brands

http://www.customcraftworks.com/ Custom Craftworks

http://www.oakworks.net/Massage_Chairs/Seated_Massage_Equip.htm

http://www.stronglite.com/

http://www.goldenratio.com/GRW/Chair/QuickLite.html

http://www.earthlite.com/

http://www.massagewarehouse.com/

http://www.amazon.com/gp/search.html/104-3677788-8394361?me=&node=3760931&keywords=massage%20chairs

http://www.massageking.com/categories/Massage-Chairs/14/1

http://www.massagewarehouse.com/parentCategory.asp?menu=103203&cat=103203

http://www.topmassagetables.com/massagechair.htm

http://www.massage-empire.com/Massage_Chairs

http://www.pricepro.com

Once you have determined the brand you want, check out E-Bay and Craig’s List.




HOW TO BUY A MASSAGE CHAIR (TESTIMONIALS)

The top four seem to be:
Oakworks Portal Pro, Custom Craftworks, Earthlite and Stronglite Ergo Pro.

Judy Critz writes: I have been using an Oakworks Portal Pro for almost 7 years. In my opinion, it is the best because: it is very adjustable for all sizes of people; it is also very easy and fast to adjust, not a lot levers or handles; it is very comfortable; light weight and it has wheels. I have used the Tatum and Earthlight too and I didn't like them as well as the Oak Works.

David Washburn writes: Although I like my Golden Ratio Chair for portability, easy adjustments, and quick set-up, it has a draw-back: not friendly to women wearing skirts. I suggest looking at (and trying -- sitting in, folding up, carrying, etc.) as many chairs as possible before buying. David now owns a Custom Craftworks chair and he likes it very much.

Keith Tuxhorn writes: I have Earthlite's "flagship" model, the one you see advertised in the
mags all the time, and I really like it. I’ve loaned it to others, and they and they also like it. It costs around $400, more or less... Its only drawback is that it's slightly less adjustable than I'd like.

Jann Henry writes: Our group has 7 Oakworks Portal Pro's that are in continuous use 5 days a week. Besides client comfort and the ability to use good body mechanics our Number 1 concern is safety and reliability (liability.) These chairs have never failed us. Their frame is metal coated with paint, and there are "push buttons" to quickly adjust the height -- very quick and easy and you can adjust them on the fly. The best advice I have is to actually see the chairs you are considering and trying them out before you buy -- that way you'll be happy with what you get!

Ariana Vincent writes: I love my two Oakworks Portal Pro chairs!

Warmly, Ariana Vincent, Ariana Institute, www.arianainstitute.com

Comment by Gabriele G. La Vone on September 4, 2009 at 9:52pm

Well, I have the Oakworks Portal Pro and love it. I understand your concern about the wheels, and granted, I don't use mine often enough (at work the chairs are provided) to have to be concerned about that, but I figured, when the wheels wear out, I order new ones......I would check into that possibility first, because the chair is great. Easy to use and fast in set-up and breakdown compared to some others I have seen.

Comment by Maria Troia on September 4, 2009 at 12:49pm

Wondering if anyone has recommendations for a good chair. I currently have a Golden Ratio, which is durable and light weight and I really have no complaints about it except I find at the end of a day of work my body doesn't like hauling it out on my shoulder. My prior chair was an Earthlite Avila, which was great to transport, but hard to set up (a lot of adjustments), hard to get back into the case, and worst of all, it had a very unstable face rest which would collapse with weight.

I was seriously looking at the Oakworks Portal Pro because it's on wheels, but was told the wheels chew up in time and then you have to carry it anyway. Since it's heavier than my Golden Ratio and longer in length when collapsed, it would be a nightmare to have to carry that one when the wheels go. I have no idea how much use you get before the wheels go. If anyone has any feedback on that, would appreciate it. I'm not traveling that far on pavement... most of it would be on carpet and polished granite. I park fairly close to the building, so not a lot on asphalt. That said, I live in Phoenix, so the asphalt is awfully hot....

The Earthlite Vortex was recommended to me, but same weight as what I have, no wheels, so seems senseless to make that switch.

Wondering what people here are using and what the reviews are from therapists using the chairs and carrying them around.

My chair gets a lot of use. I do regular corporate chair work, need to be able to travel easily and set up and break down quickly.

Thanks in advance!

Maria Troia, MSEd, LMT, NCTMB, CH
www.kiraholistic.com

Comment by Travis Alligood on August 23, 2009 at 8:53pm

I am really enjoying getting out and seeing different people at different venues, mostly health fairs, and Relay for Life events.

Comment by Melissa Ann Smith on August 19, 2009 at 11:27pm

I love the extra income and fun we have leaving the office to go an do chair massage...

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