Chi Massager : Avoid Bad Massage Outcomes

Have you ever had a bad massage? Most people who like to have a massage regularly have experienced some sort of bad outcome. Let me explain why I have changed my habit of seeing a massage therapist to using a portable Chi Massager.

Some time back I had a massage with a guy who has a booth at my local fresh produce market. I was feeling a bit tired and tight so I thought ‘why not?’ It became obvious very quickly that this guy did not have a clue as he immediately applied way too much pressure. I let him go for a short time but he was hurting me so I stopped him. As a result I was very sore for days – he’d bruised me!

This could of course be very serious if you have an old injury or maybe as I did, soreness around the kidney area. Luckily he didn’t start in that region with me and only bruised my shoulders.

So how do you avoid this problem? I never thought that anything could replace my weekly massage. However massage therapists come and go and when my last one packed up and went overseas I just didn’t have time to find another one that suited me. One day I came across a chi massager and while I really didn’t think it would be any good I bought it (with a little persuasion from my partner!).

To say I am converted to this type of massage is an understatement! Sure it’s not as good as a full body massage from a trained and competent therapist, but it is way more convenient, way cheaper and there is no possibility of a bad outcome.

The convenience factor means you can have a mini massage whenever you want. In fact I still see a massage therapist but now it’s only about once every six weeks. Before I go I now use my chi massager to loosen me up and I find this makes for a better result from the therapist.

So how do you avoid a bad outcome with a massage therapist? If you don’t know the practitioner you must ask questions. Getting a referral from a friend is best but if you can’t do that or you are out of town you need to get a good idea of how they intend to proceed with the massage.
Let them tell you without prompting. Ask what their technique is, how long they’ve been massaging and where did they train. If you are not satisfied or they don’t instill confidence then politely say ‘no thanks’ and walk out.

Hotels often have massage available ‘in house’ or they can call someone in. The Concierge will be able to make a recommendation. However, a better answer is to have a portable chi massager that you carry with you. That’s what I do now and it saves a fortune. You know how much hotels charge for massage!

In summary, take control and make sure you have a good outcome with your therapist. Better still go the DIY route and buy a chi massager. Check out my review of the Shiatsu Back Massager I use.

Zen Chi Massage Machine