Homedics Shiatsu Back Massage Cushion Review
Shiatsu back massages have been around since the 1940s, when Tokujiro Namikoshi founded the Japan Shiatsu College at the start of the decade and developed his form of shiatsu therapy that remains influential up to this day. In the 21st century, it is not just masseurs and masseuses who can do shiatsu, but believe it or not, cushions are very much capable of this as well. Here we review the Homedics SBM-500H Shiatsu Back Massage Cushion, a great help for anyone with back problems and a great way to relax after a long, hard day at work.
To get you started on Homedics, this is a company well-known for its shiatsu back massaging cushion models, including the MCS-600H, QRM-400H, MCS-400H and QRM-400, just to name a few. They also offer portable massage mats for considerably lower prices than the shiatsu cushions. The SBM-500H, however, is the top of the line shiatsu cushion being offered, and we have every reason to believe they have given us another winning product. Let’s take a closer look at this cushion and what it has to offer.
The first thing to note is the SBM-500H’s weight – it weighs in at least 20 pounds, meaning it may be a bit of a burden to carry around at first. But once you’ve found a nice place to put it in, you’re sure to enjoy the convenience that shiatsu back massage cushions offer, rather than getting a professional masseur to do the job. The SBM-500H provides massages for both the back and shoulders, and the Vertical Command Track allows you to customize the massage to fit your height, so you don’t need to worry about being too tall for this product. The machine’s programming allows for six different types of massage, either shiatsu or rolling for full, upper or lower back, and quick heat makes the massage more relaxing.
The Homedics SBM-500H Shiatsu Back Massager Cushion does not come at a cheap price at just under $200, but once you’ve used it you’ll agree it’s worth every cent you’ve spent on it. In case you’re not satisfied with the product, or if it would ever conk out at an inopportune time, the SBM-500H comes with a solid two-year warranty. A lot of online retailers carry this product, so make sure to put this on top of your wish list if you’re looking for a good massage and a good way to reduce nagging back pains.