The mid-range of the massage chair market has many solid models from the main manufacturers. Sanyo has its SA 5000 massage chair. Sanyo takes the strategy of developing a particular technology and then making that available in each of its models. This benefits the entry-level and midrange models from Sanyo. We take a closer look at the SA 5000 massage chair.
Sanyo is a Japanese electronics company which made a name for itself in audio. Sanyo delivered high quality acoustics in their receivers and their tape players. The massage chair division has borrowed technology from the lie detector division. This has resulted in a new sensor to detect stiffness in the body.
The stiffness detection system works by measuring your pulse and perspiration. You place your hand over a sensor and an evaluation is performed. The computer then identifies areas on your back neck and shoulders that have stiffness. These points are then used to customize the massage.
The remote control has a built-in LCD. The results of this stiffness detection system will display on the remote control. As the massage progresses, points will be eliminated that have been relieved. The massage continues until all points of stiffness are eliminated
The SA 5000 massage chair also includes a new roller system. Sanyo has called this the GK roller mechanism. The GK roller mechanism is able to reach over the shoulders. This provides for the ability to massage the tops of the shoulders.
The GK roller system from Sanyo was developed to provide a more lifelike massage motion. They have incorporated a new technology to perform a grasping type massage. This is effective in massaging the tops of the shoulders.
Sanyo has program for massage programs into the SA 5000 massage chair. Each program is designed in a different theme in mind. The programs run the entire chair to provide a full body massage.
You may also select from four different manual massage techniques. These manual techniques can also be used in conjunction with four different massage courses. The massage courses include upper back, middle back, lower back and point. You would like it to focus.
Sanyo has incorporated and air system in the SA 5000 massage chair. The air system powers air bags located throughout the chair. The airbags delivered deep and penetrating relief and target the feet, calves and the legs. The level of air compression can be either increased or decreased based on your needs.
Sanyo has incorporated its multipoint shiatsu leg and foot massage. This uses specialized nodes which are activated with the air system. These are used to deliver penetrating relief to the feet, calves and legs. A here has been installed in the foot well of the leg rest to promote circulation.
Sanyo has incorporated the stiffness detection system to the SA 5000. This stiffness detection system works off a devise similar to a computer mouse. You must hold the mouse by cupping your hand over the top. This device is in addition to the remote control.
The SA 5000 comes with a one-year warranty on parts and a three-year warranty on the GK roller mechanism. Sanyo also includes one year of income technician service. You may also extend the warranty had additional cost.
The SA5000 is a fairly effective massage chair. It is slightly smaller than most models as it was designed specifically for the Japanese market. The stiffness detection system is an interesting feature, but not something that provides therapeutic value. Most people clearly know where they have stiffness. If you are looking for a midrange massage chair, then you should at least check out the SA 5000 from Sanyo.