Product Review – Panasonic EP3222 Shiatsu Massage Chair
We will focus on the EP-3222 massage chair lounger by Panasonic. The EP3222 is part of the Real Pro Elite series of massage chairs. This massage lounger is one of the luxury models produced by Panasonic. It includes some advanced technology features such as a body scan to customize the massage for each user. We will take a look at some of these advanced features and functions. We will also touch on the warranty and provide you with our insights into the EP-3222 massage chair recliner.
One of the long-term concerns when purchasing a product such as a massage chair is warranty coverage. The warranty is your long-term protection from problems due to factory defects and workmanship. Although top brands such as Panasonic do a great job making these chairs, problems do occur. Make sure you get adequate warranty coverage on any massage chair you are thinking of getting.
The EP-3222 Real Pro Elite comes with warranty coverage from Panasonic. With this chair, you get 3 years of parts and 1 year of labor on this chair. This coverage is below what other manufacturers give you. Most manufacturers provide in-home technician service for at least 90 days and in some cases for up to 1 year. Panasonic does allow you to purchase an extended warranty at an additional cost.
One of the advanced features of this massage recliner is the body scan technology. When you sit in the chair and start the program, the chair will perform a scan of your back. The chair maps your back and locates your acupressure points. It memorizes them and then prioritizes the most important. The data is then fed into the software program and the massage is customized for your body.
Another innovative feature of the EP3222 is the floating massage mechanism. The floating massage mechanism is patterned after the hand movements of a master masseuse. The floating mechanism consists of 2 to 4 firm rubber massage heads. These massage heads can very accurately simulate certain massage movements like pressing with the heel of the hand, stroking with the palm, thumb-like kneading, and thumb-like pressure.
There is no shortage of massage techniques with this massage recliner. Panasonic equips this chair with 11 basic massage modes, 6 automatic programs, and memory capability to store your favorite massages. Some of the more important massage techniques include Swedish, Kneading, Compression, Tapping, Shiatsu, and Rolling. These massage techniques are effective to relieve aches, relax muscles, increase energy flow, and increase blood flow.
This is a full-body massage chair and comes with a lower-body air massage system. The air massage system comes with 33 airbags that provide a soothing compression-style massage. The airbags are inflated which provides a firm squeeze on your buttocks, thighs, calves, and feet. You can vary the level of air pressure to find the perfect compression level to provide relief.
The remote control has large format buttons for each of the automatic programs. Just touch the button and the automatic massage starts which will run the entire chair. There are buttons to adjust the chair back and leg ottoman with automatic controls. You can also store or memorize certain massage programs. This is great for setting up a given massage for you that you can later recall on demand. Panasonic also includes a voice guidance system. The voice guidance system can be activated to walk you through the steps of using the remote control.
Other advanced features include a stretch function for the lower body. When this function is activated, the leg ottoman will raise horizontally. The airbags will activate to hold the feet. The leg ottoman will begin to lower slowly. This stretches the leg, knee, and hip to relieve tension from stiff muscles. This also helps increase your flexibility and range of motion.
If you have been looking for a high-end massage chair, the EP-3222 comes with an arsenal of massage functions. The massage techniques are highly engineered and provide effective relief. We do recommend you consider an extended warranty as your long-term insurance policy. This is a solid massage recliner built by a company making chairs for many years. If you get the opportunity, try the EP-3222 Real Pro Elite massage recliner.
