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Benefits of Chair Massage at Work
This study is important because the International Labor Organization said in its 1993 World Labor Report that job stress costs the U.S. economy $200 billion a year in lost productivity, compensation claims, absenteeism, health insurance, and direct medical costs.
Chair Massage is performed using a specially designed portable massage chair that’s comfortable to sit in and gives the massage therapist easy access to a client’s neck, shoulders, back, arms, and hands. This seated chair approach to massage and bodywork was originally pioneered as ‘on-site massage’ for the workplace by David Palmer, who developed the first specialized massage chair in 1986. Since then, chair massage has expanded into storefronts, health food stores, airports, airplanes, health fairs, convention centers, sporting events, and other locations.
Workplace massage offers the added benefit of boosting productivity and enhancing focus. Research shows that even a brief 15-minute chair massage can significantly reduce stress levels while improving alertness and concentration, leading to better job performance.
Let’s face it. Sitting at a workstation for prolonged periods can lead to muscle imbalances, nerve compression, and spinal strain, significantly increasing the risk of repetitive stress injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome. Chair massage helps combat these negative effects by alleviating muscle tension and targeting trigger points before they escalate into bigger problems. By improving blood and lymph circulation, it promotes overall physical health. Plus, your team will value the opportunity to unwind and feel supported in their well-being!
Another benefit of workplace massage is increased productivity and improved concentration and focus. Studies demonstrated that as few as 15-minutes of chair massage can help lower feelings of stress while improving job performance by increasing alertness and concentration.
