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What is chair massage?

Chair Massage (or on-site or seated massage) refers to a brief bodywork session, usually acupressure-based, done in a special chair.

During chair massage, the client usually sits facing toward the cushions, exposing the scalp, shoulders, neck, arms, back, and hips. Sessions may last between five and 30 minutes.

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How is chair massage practiced?
This style of 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. Because clients remain fully clothed and a session takes less time (and money!) than full table massage, it has become a popular way to introduce the general public to the benefits of professional massage.

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What chair massage degrees or certificates are available?
Continuing education certification as a specialty is available for massage therapists.

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