8 Basic Massage Modes

Using two or four firm rubber massage heads, the Panasonic Swede-Atsu Wave massage lounger accurately simulates stroking with the palm of hand, pressing with the heel of the hand, kneading with thumbs and pressure with thumbs.It also covers a total of 135 square inches - including the neck, shoulder and back. There are eight different massage modes in all:

• Kneading
  A gentle in-and-out motion using four massage heads. This function is especially effective on your neck and shoulders. Try both kneading modes for a different kneading pattern and sensation.
• Rolling
  Muscles are gently stretched as the massage heads move up and down along the back. When "regional" is selected the heads will move in a 4-inch range. When "full" is selected, the heads will move in a 27-inch range.
• Tapping
  Invigorating sensation of hands rapidly tapping on your back muscles. Try both tapping modes for a different rhythm.
• Swedish
  pressure, using four rollers to simulate the palms of hands.
• Shiatsu
  Strong deep-tissue pressure and stretching using two massage heads.
• Compression
  Firm rubbing motion across the back.
• Hawaiian
  A gentle rubbing motion across the back.
• Percussion Deep-pressure massage that stimulates acupoints.