The Sanyo SA 5000 Massage Chair

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.

When you think of Sanyo, most likely you think of their audio divisions. They are known for high quality acoustics and their audio lines. Sanyo has borrowed some technologies from other divisions to incorporate in the SA 5000. One such technology is the stiffness detection sensor which is based on lie detection technology.

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.

A visual display is used to show the point of stiffness. As the massage penetrates each area, the LCD will monitor the progress. The massage program systematically targets each stiff area, penetrates it and then moves on to the next.

To complement the relief of stiffness, Sanyo has incorporated its GK roller technology. This technology is able to emulate the grasping and kneading of a master masseuse. These rollers are especially effective for the neck and 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.

With the SA 5000 massage chair, you can select from 4 different automatic massage programs. You can select relax stiffness, and recovery. Each individual massage program performs a full body massage. Relaxation is at a touch of a button.

There are manual massage techniques which include grip, shiatsu, kneading, tapping, kneading and tapping combination, and lower body. You can also select a specific region to target the massage. There are four areas to the massage will then concentrated in the area selected in the massage technique designated.

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.

Sanyo provides the SA 5000 massage chair with a one-year labor parts warranty. They also offer one-year in-home technician service. The roller mechanism of the SA 5000 massage chair is covered for three years. Some dealers offer extended warranties but this is at additional expense.

The SA 5000 is a solid contender in the midrange market. It tends to be smaller and may not fit people who are tall. We especially liked the GK roller system and its ability to perform the grasping massage. The stiffness detection sensor seems to perform, but does not have much value in providing massage therapy. The physical shape center, on the other hand, does adjust the massage as you move. These technologies are available in the Sanyo SA 5000 massage chair.

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