Consider a car massager for the back: features, types, pros and cons
The article talks about why they use a car massager for the back, about what types are and how they differ, about the advantages and disadvantages. A review of 5 popular models with brief specifications and prices at the moment.
Types and advantages of massagers in the car on the seat
In order to remove pinched nerve endings, relieve pain in the spine, drivers use car massagers.
Concerning massager for back in a car, then visually it may look like a cloak that is placed on the back of a chair. Such a product is able to massage the back and warm it with infrared rays.
Using the device, you can restore blood circulation, relieve fatigue.
For a person in a car, various product options are provided. Among them, you can choose mechanical or electronic models made of plastic or environmentally friendly materials.
Using such devices will help get rid of stagnation of lymph. It is this reason that leads to the occurrence of arthritis, osteochondrosis, arthrosis, radiculitis, to pinched nerve endings.
The device is mounted on the seat.
If you use wooden models of goods, then they have a good effect on active points, effectively relax your back.
The principle of operation of the device for massage of the back, lower back, neck is based on mechanical stress. In order not to get hematomas, it is worth being careful with the strength of the effect and with the duration of the massage.
If we are talking about universal models, then they can be with infrared heating, special rollers.
There are models in which you can individually adjust the roller or power effect on active points or on certain muscle groups while in the chair.
Advantages of using a car massager:
- improved blood circulation;
- increase in overall body tone;
- relaxation of the back muscles;
- elimination of stagnant processes;
- there are products that work from the cigarette lighter;
- You can combine different modes when performing a massage plus turn on the heating, it will help to significantly improve the condition of the lower back and back.
Car massagers are roller with shiatsu balls and vibrating. For the driver, it is better to choose a vibration option. It relaxes the back well.
It’s inconvenient to use the roller version on the driver’s seat, because the rollers constantly rest on the lower back.
If you have a long trip, then only the vibration option.
The roller option is more convenient in the office or at home, when you can sit back in a chair, completely relax, performing a back massage.
Of the minuses of the roller product, it can be noted that its effect is too strong. You won’t be able to lie down on such a cloak - shiatsu massagers function only when the body weight of a person does not press on them.
Fig. 1 Vibration Massager Model
Vibration options are lightweight and this is their plus. However, for intensive and deep massage of the neck and back, roller options are suitable.
Fig. 2 Roller massager
Also, car massagers differ in design, shape.
In their shape, they come with sidewalls, with headrests, in the form of rugs that are rolled up (they work autonomously from batteries).
Car models for massage can be made of breathable artificial fabric, from interlock knitted fabric.
You can also choose bamboo and wooden models - the effect of their use depends on the intensity of the massage on the relief surface of the product.
According to their functional features, automobile massagers are divided into those that affect several or one massage zone.
There is also a difference in exposure techniques - it can be a wave-like massage, kneading, patting, shiatsu, with working out deep muscles.
There are models that combine several techniques of influence, and there are products that are designed solely to perform one function.
You can choose options for relaxation with a control panel that allows you to adjust the duration, intensity of the procedure, choose the appropriate technique.
Models with timers are presented, you can also find options with regulation of the choice of body area for relaxation.
There are models of car massagers with blue light or light therapy. With their help, you can achieve a calming, harmonizing state.
Model Overview
An interesting model is the automobile massager OTO Back Snuggle BS-56.
Fig. 3 "OTO Back Snuggle BS-56"
With its help, you can massage the back, buttocks, shoulders, neck. Using a massage wrap helps to relax.
Fig. 4 "OTO Back Snuggle BS-56"
To create it, new technologies were used. Since this product has an air-compression method of work, it is able to remove lactic acid from the muscles and improve blood circulation.
Fig. 5 A variety of colors "OTO Back Snuggle BS-56"
A feature of this product is that you can choose three modes for hand massage. If necessary, you can adjust the height of the shoulder mechanism of the head.
Using this product, you can also perform neck, waist, and shoulder massage. The device has two different relaxation programs. To improve blood circulation there is a function of heat therapy.
Fig. 6 "OTO Back Snuggle BS-56"
Factory settings set a low level of intensity of massage. We recommend that you add toning to the warm-up function. The cost of this massager is from 23900 rubles.
An interesting model is “Ogawa Mobile Seat XE Plus OZO938”.
Fig. 7 "Ogawa Mobile Seat XE Plus OZO938"
With its help, you can remove the tension in the muscles. After using it, a person feels better.
The list of devices has a large list of programs, techniques that relieve pain in the muscles of the back, relieve fatigue.
The presence of a motorized intelligent timer to adjust the speed of massage rollers is a feature of this car massager.
Vibrating massage helps calm and relax tired muscles.
This model has a thermal therapy function or else it is also called infrared heating technology, which allows you to enhance the overall effect of massage and soothe tired muscles.
This model can be used not only in the car, but also in the office or at home. Being in a traffic jam, the driver can use a massage cape, which effectively relieves pain, fatigue.
With this car massager, you can remove toxins from muscles and tissues, relax tired muscles, improve blood circulation. The cost of the model is from 16900 rubles.
Compactness, lightness, budget price - that is what distinguishes the model "Sanitas SMG151".
Fig. 8 "Sanitas SMG151"
It is easy to install on a car seat. For fastening use flexible straps. Such a car massager can also be used in the office, at home.
Fig. 9 "Sanitas SMG151"
Only 2 programs - you can perform a relaxing massage of the hips and back, or give preference to a stimulating massage. This model without a remote control. If necessary, you can use the heating function.
Fig. 10 Automobile massagers in assembled and disassembled condition
It is not possible to select or change the area of influence, but you can select the appropriate speed.
Fig. 11 "Sanitas SMG151"
The cost of this model is from 1600 rubles.
In order to conveniently fold the massager, a bag is provided.
You can choose a model of automobile massager "OTO EL-868 Gray".
Fig. 12 "OTO EL-868 Gray"
It is enough to lean on the driver's seat and use this cloak to have a good rest. This model is able to perform a relaxing massage of the back, hips.
It is possible to individually set the settings for a comfortable massage.
The action of this car massager is aimed at all the muscles of the back.
The small size of the car massager, ease of use, ease of placement are the advantages of this product.
With the help of massage this product can improve blood circulation, reduce nervous tension, remove muscle fatigue.
The device has 3 modes. To improve blood flow and eliminate stress, a rolling mode is provided.
For acupressure, you can choose a shiatsu massage. In order to relax and get rid of pain, select the heating function.
The advantages of this model is the ability to perform vibration massage for the gluteal area.
The fact that the device is powered by a cigarette lighter and that it is possible to adjust the position of massage rollers are also advantages of this model.
With the help of this car massager, you can perform acupressure, rolling massage, the functions of thermal and color therapy are provided. The cost of this product is from 14800 rubles.
An interesting model is “MN-900W” (“HoMedics Planta”).
Fig. 13 "MN-900W" ("HoMedics Planta")
This model has an expanded set of functions. For a softer massage, a lining is provided. The device is powered by a cigarette lighter, equipped with a car adapter.
For user convenience, a control panel is provided. A feature of this model is the ability to perform massage for the neck area. The weight of this wrap is 8.5 kg. She's a roller.
This device has 3 massage programs, 3 levels. You can adjust the intensity of vibration massage and compression massage.
Using the massager, you can perform acupressure shiatsu massage, Thai or compression massage with airbags, infrared or warming massage. A vibration massage function is also available for the seating area.
The cost of this model is from 13059 rubles.
As you can see, you can choose a roller or vibration option to perform massage in the car.
For trips over long distances, it is better to give preference to vibration, but for deep massage is more suitable roller massager.
When choosing, it is worth considering the number of programs, functionality.
