It’s not always easy to get a good night’s sleep. Whether it’s life’s stresses, daily responsibilities, or even some late night screen time, we lay there, trying our best to get some rest, but all in vain. Poor sleep becomes a daily thing that many people are unable to break. However, what if for a restful night, all you needed was to unwind in a massage chair? Regular use of a massage chair can actually improve your sleep quality, meaning a massage chair is used for more than just to relax. Let’s take a closer look at how these chairs can be effective to help you establish your own setup for catching some quality Z’s.
When we’re physically tense – whether from sitting all day or just from all that life could offer – our bodies can become too uncomfortable to rest. If you have stiff muscles, knots, or even joint discomfort, it will cause you to toss and turn all night long making it very hard to get some sleep. A massage chair can deal with these tension points with massage techniques which induce muscle relaxation, as well as features like heated rollers or kneading motions that simulate a real massage.
Modern massage chairs like the OGAWA Master Drive A.I 2.0 use advanced 4D rollers to penetrate deep into muscle tissue for relieving the tension that otherwise might keep you awake. By getting rid of the physical stress off your shoulders (literally), your body can find it easier to go into a restful state for a deeper and more restorative sleep.
Poor sleep is often caused by emotional or mental stress. High stress hormones can interfere with your body’s natural rhythm and make it difficult to unwind at night when it’s time to sleep. A massage chair can also trigger the release of serotonin, commonly referred to as the “feel good” hormone, and reduce cortisol levels, those pesky stress hormones, with the help of gentle and rhythmic movements.
Even if you can set aside 15–20 minutes for a massage chair session right before you go to bed, it can be very advantageous for your mood and stress levels. The calming effect helps you to drop off to sleep easier since it’s lessening anxious thoughts. Picture coming home, putting yourself into your massage chair and allowing your stress to be melted for that day, allowing both your mind and your body to relaxe before sleep time.
Back pain that disrupts sleep is a problem that many people face regularly. By targeting the spine and muscles, the massage chair could be useful if you suffer from lower back pain or sciatica. Features like lumbar support, adjustable rollers, and simple settings allow you to concentrate on the problem areas seamlessly.
The OGAWA Master Sensei 4D Massage Chair focuses on the back and lower back areas very precisely, which makes it an excellent choice for any one who suffers from regular back pain. And, when your muscles are sufficiently relaxed and effectively aligned, you are less likely to wake up in the middle of the night, meaning you get a more continuous and rejuvenating sleep.
The relaxation offered by a massage chair doesn’t only affect the muscles. It also activates the parasympathetic nervous system, the one that is mainly responsible for the “rest and digest” (function) of the body. This allows the heart rate to slow down, blood pressure to lower, so you start to feel calmer – just what one would want when preparing for a good night’s rest.
Traditional relaxation techniques like a Shiatsu or Swedish massage are both famous for soothing the nervous system, and many massage chairs have programs that emulate those classic relaxation techniques. Sitting in the chair for just a few minutes transfers your body from an alert state into a calm and relaxed one that lets the nervous system take some rest.
Another great benefit of massage chairs which we can’t underestimate is the improvement of circulation that has an impact on your sleep. Oxygen and essential nutrients are delivered more effectively throughout the body allowing healing and relaxation to take their course, thanks to the improvement in blood flow. Massage therapy can do wonders for circulation, and doing it as a nightly ritual can aid the body in preparing itself for sleep by decreasing swelling, relaxing tension and even helping with cold hands and feet, which tend to disrupt sleep.
The OGAWA Master Drive Plus 4D’s kneading and compression features could help boost blood flow, which is known for producing that “whole body reset” feeling that many people try to seek after a long day. And, when your circulation is balanced, it’s easier for your body to fall into a natural mode of rest.
Irelax offers various massage chairs suitable to all needs, relaxation or targeted pain relief. We build our chairs to help you unwind, de-stress, and sleep better. If you are interested in what chair might be perfect for your pre-sleep relaxation, browse through our massage chair range to find out more about the different models and features available in Australia. With a massage chair, transform your nights to help you stay refreshed and ready to handle each day.
