Massage chairs provide a whole-body wellness experience. The primary benefit of a massage chair is that it induces relaxation. Our bodies accumulate significant tension and soreness throughout the day and week. Often we feel tired and stiff, which can often be compounded with the daily stress of life. A back massage chair can help you loosen sore and stiff muscles, alleviating any chronic pain and tension you might feel — particularly in the neck, back, and lumbar spine areas. Tapping, kneading and rolling motions target the upper back, slowly working down to the low back and glutes, softening compressed tissues around each spinal disc. As the muscles and tissues around the spine loosen, you’ll experience greater flexibility and mobility by allowing for better range-of-motion throughout your back. A gentle massage motion also helps promote better circulation, allowing your tissues and muscles to receive the oxygen and nutrients they need to repair themselves. Increased blood flow also improves mood and mental clarity, as gentle massage releases feel-good hormones.