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JULY 2024
MAKE EVERY DAY A MASSAGE DAY Discover the Magic of Massage Chairs
Massage chairs have a wealth of benefits, but I didn’t understand that until I saw it for myself. I was a chiropractor before I started Massage Chair Relief, and one day, I purchased an old Human Touch massage chair for the office so my patients could relax as they waited to see me. I helped two clients buy their own chairs because they liked it so much, and just like that, those clients seemed to disappear. It turns out the massage chairs had helped them so much that they no longer needed my services. Was I actually making my struggling practice obsolete by selling massage chairs to my patients?
to shower. These chairs are safe for daily use, and you can enjoy the relief they provide in just a 15- to 20-minute session. So, you get all the perks of a massage plus tons of convenience. This is an experience you can have in complete privacy in the space you feel most comfortable.
Massage chairs are simple to use. Most of you are already massage chair pros by this point, but for newcomers, there are easy steps to take to get acclimated to them. I recommend starting with
a shorter session your first time in the chair. You don’t want to sit in it for hours on end. You want to make sure your body can adapt to it and that you find the best settings to suit your needs. Drink plenty of water to flush toxins out of your body. If you are sore after a session, which can happen, make a note of it. You can even use ice for a few minutes. You can treat yourself to some extra relaxation in the massage chair by listening to some calming music. Most chairs have a Bluetooth feature to connect your phone directly. My friend Dr. Olpin created a stress management program called Relax at his Stress Center at Weber State
Flash forward, and that light bulb moment about how beneficial massage chairs can be for just about anyone turned into the business I have today. Over the years, I have been blown away by the many ailments, pains, and aches that massage chairs can relieve. The more chairs I sell, the more feedback I get on what they can do. July 14–20 is Everybody Deserves a Massage Week, and if you have a massage chair in your home, you can celebrate this holiday all year.
Honestly, you deserve a massage every day, and you can make it happen if you invest in one of these fantastic devices. To celebrate this holiday, I want to share some ways massage chairs can improve your physical and mental well-being with just the push of a button. Some of the main benefits of massage are muscle relaxation, improved circulation, breaking up scar tissue, increased range of motion, and, of course, back pain and headaches. You can reap all the same benefits from a massage chair. I’ve had clients tell me their chairs helped with everything from lowering stress levels to improving sleep, sciatica pain, and breathing. One of the most significant advantages of having a massage chair in your home is that you can use it whenever you need it. You don’t have to worry about scheduling an appointment or dealing with traffic. You don’t even need
University, and we include it in our one-year subscription. Programs like this and others can help guide you through relaxation as you sit in your chair. I’ve heard dozens of success stories about regularly incorporating massage into life routines, and massage chairs make it incredibly easy. Regardless of your
profession, lifestyle, or age, you definitely deserve a massage this week and all the others to come. You only need to find your proper throne in a relaxing, often life- changing massage chair! —Dr. Alan Weidner
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FIND YOUR Are you ready to bring a professional massage into the comfort of your home? A massage chair is your ticket to pain relief and peace, but not all chairs are created equal. So, take a seat, and let’s explore the top insider tips for selecting the best massage chair for you!
BRAIN BOOST Guard Your Mind, Ignite Your Life The fast-paced modern lifestyle many subscribe to nowadays has lasting effects on our mental health — from broken sleep to chronic multitasking. A graduate student at the University of Arizona has ideas for protecting our brains from stress created by life’s hustle. Emily McDonald, a doctoral candidate in neuroscience who posts health advice as EmonTheBrain on TikTok, lists these three things to avoid. AVOID YOUR SMARTPHONE WHEN YOU WAKE UP. The brain is highly suggestible upon awakening, and “the content you consume … will have a greater impact on your mindset,” says McDonald, who is also a mental health coach on top of her doctoral work. Studies show that while waking up, the brain transitions from theta waves, a deeply relaxed, inward-focused state, to alpha waves, which promote alertness. Reaching for a smartphone to look for texts or other content often triggers a dopamine release in the brain, encouraging the user to repeat the activity. If this occurs first thing in the morning, it can disrupt your dopamine levels for the rest of the day, leading to a continuous need to check our phones. RESIST NEGATIVE SELF-TALK. Repetitive thoughts about ourselves get wired in over time, and “what gets wired in is what we manifest,” McDonald says. A 2021 study in Scientific Reports shows that brain scans of people who recite scripts expressing self-respect and self-confidence exhibit stronger connectivity in regions associated with motivation. However, it’s important to note that positive self-talk can also trigger overconfidence, leading to impulsivity and inaccurate responses on cognitive tests.
THE RIGHT SIZE Massage chairs aren’t one size fits all, and to gain the benefits of massage, you need to find a chair that fits you properly. The best way to determine this is to try out a massage chair before you purchase it. When you sit in the chair, you will quickly know if it’s a comfortable fit. Do the rollers reach the top of your neck? Do your knees feel too high? Do your feet fit in the foot massager? Every chair comes with weight and height recommendations, but even that doesn’t guarantee the best fit. I always recommend going to a store where you can test out models rather than purchasing them online and going off guesswork.
THE CORRECT INTENSITY Air cells and roller mechanisms control compression and the various massage modes inside the massage chair. You can adjust the
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“After trying several massage chairs in the showroom with the guidance of the manager, my husband and I found the perfect chair that suits both our needs. The ability to change pressure and compression is great as I don’t love a lot of pressure for my massages compared to my husband, but this chair also gives my husband the perfect calf massage he’s been looking for. The only improvement I would have loved to have is the ability to save the customized settings for each person so you could select your profile and it adjusts settings to your prior chosen preferences, this chair requires you to adjust settings each time it’s turned on. Hence my rating of good not perfect, but overall we are very happy with our experience with this chair and company. Highly recommend!” —Rachel “Purchased a used, like new i9Max Special Edition after having owned a Luraco i7Plus for past five years. The new chair is everything I expected and then some, so much more refined. It gives a complete massage and shows how much Luraco has continued to refine their product. However, I am also SUPER happy having purchased from Michael Nguyan at Massage Chair Relief. The chair was packaged, shipped, and delivered in MINT condition, and he has been superb pre-, mid-, and post-sale. OUTSTANDING customer service.” —Lee
AVOID HIGHLY PROCESSED FOODS. “There is plenty of science
to show that what we eat affects our brains,”
McDonald says. An eight- year study of 10,775 people
showed that the cognitive functioning of people who ate highly processed foods, including hot dogs, pizza, pastries, white bread, cakes, and instant noodles, declined 28% faster than that of people who ate more fresh and unprocessed foods. A diet of highly processed foods speeds the
aging of the brain, which no one wants.
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This month, we’ll examine what you need to know about using a massage chair while you’re pregnant, including how it can help you bond with your baby. Can Pregnant Women Use Massage Chairs? QUESTION CORNER Q: Is it safe to use a massage chair if I am pregnant? A: Massage chairs are safe to use during pregnancy and can relieve common side effects like body aches. However, if you have any concerns or health issues where massage is not recommended, consult your doctor before use. A massage chair’s vibration and acupressure, even at the highest setting, is not intense enough to cause any damage. Q: What kind of settings should I use if I’m pregnant? A: If you want to use extra precaution, opt for low
FIT How to Size Up the Perfect Massage Chair intensity of both for a lighter or deeper massage. However, you can’t set the settings above their max. You’ll be left forever wanting if the chair’s highest
setting is not strong enough. If the lightest intensity of your chair is too intense, you can adjust that by using a blanket or padding. Remember, you can always make a strong roller massage less intense, but you can never make a weaker roller massage stronger.
A SOLID COMPANY Find a company that provides customer support and a solid return policy. Don’t purchase a chair unless it comes with an in-home warranty, which will ensure a service technician comes to you if you need repairs. You also want a company with people you can contact with questions, especially before you make your final purchase.
As you search for your perfect massage chair, remember it’s an investment in your health and well- being. Do your research, test out different models, and consider your specific goals. The right massage chair will
give you a front-row seat for relaxation.
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massage settings at a mild heat. You can also do a shorter session than you might if you were not pregnant. In general, overheating during
pregnancy can lead to adverse effects, like congenital disabilities. But, even at the highest heat setting, you will unlikely experience any issues. If you feel too warm at any point, get out of the chair and drink some water. Q: Are there any times I should avoid a massage chair during pregnancy? A: If you don’t feel comfortable doing a session in your chair
for any reason, you can stop at any time. It’s best to listen to your body. If you are experiencing severe morning sickness, the motion of the massage chair could make you feel nauseous. Q: What are the benefits of using a massage chair while pregnant? A: Massage chairs can provide several benefits in dealing with some of the uncomfortable symptoms of pregnancy. Massage can lower stress and anxiety levels, which can ultimately help moms-to-be get better sleep. Pregnancy can cause swelling and fluid retention, and massage chairs help improve circulation. Some even think using a massage chair during pregnancy can help strengthen the bond with the baby. Massages can aid in releasing oxytocin, a hormone linked to attachment and bonding. So, the chair can provide you relief and help you connect with your baby early.
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Relaxation at the Push of a Button 3 Tips to Protect Your Mental Vitality Essential Checklist for Buying Your Dream Massage Chair Client Testimonials Take a Break Your Massage Chair Questions Answered The Surprising Rules of Movie Currency
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LIGHTS, CAMERA, CASH Why Real Money Can’t Take Center Stage
Have you ever wondered how moviemakers can afford to blow up piles of money on the big
the fake cash and tried to use it in Las Vegas. The Secret Service got involved immediately, shutting down the shoot and confiscating the bills. If the money is a replica, it must be either 75% smaller or 150%
can be charged with a federal crime, punishable by 10 years in prison and fines for destroying money. Only the Federal Reserve has that power. Technically, it’s illegal to even flatten a penny. YOU CAN’T PRINT MONEY. Real currency is printed on a unique blend of cotton and linen available only to the U.S. government. Prop money can’t feel like the real deal. It has to be on paper and printed at a lower resolution. Robert De Niro didn’t like how the prop money felt in his hands while filming “Goodfellas.” To get around it, the prop master withdrew money from his bank account for De Niro to use. At the end of each scene, no one could leave until all the money was counted and returned. So, next time one of your favorite movie characters has cash to burn, remember, those are fake bills in the flames!
screen? It turns out that it’s tricky, as the government has a set of strict rules to follow when studios feature U.S.
currency on screen. So, roll out the red carpet because we’re about to explore the laws of prop money.
larger than real bills. One of the most common methods studios use is printing only one side of the fake money. The design can also be altered slightly, like changing the shading or picture. REAL CASH CAN’T BE DESTROYED.
IDENTICAL BILLS ARE ILLEGAL.
Prop money can’t look identical to actual bills because of concerns about whether it could be
circulated to the public and used. This happened after a “Rush Hour 2” scene where they blew up billions of dollars in prop money. Extras took home some of
Even though blowing up or burning money on camera can pump up the action for the audience, legal tender cannot be destroyed in movies. Anyone
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