An Era Where Health Matters... Rapid Increase in Interest in Massage Chairs

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Cheol-hyun] As awareness of the importance of immunity has spread due to the spread of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19), interest is also focusing on massage chairs that help the body's circulation to boost immunity.

Bodyfriend (CEO Park Sang-hyun) introduced on the 14th that the massage chair's 'lymphatic massage program' helps lymph circulation through specialized massages for the upper and lower limbs. Kim Tae-yoon, head of Bodyfriend Medical R&D Center (internal medicine specialist), said, "To enhance immunity, the role of the lymphatic system, which is responsible for the immune system in the body, is essential. When the lymphatic system is damaged and lymph circulation slows down, swelling occurs, and the body's ability to fight viruses weakens, making it vulnerable to infection. For lymph fluid to flow smoothly, physical stimuli such as exercise, stretching, and massage are helpful."

One of the important factors for immunity is maintaining body temperature. Cho Soo-hyun, head of Bodyfriend Medical R&D Center (orthopedic specialist), explained, "When basal body temperature drops, blood vessels constrict, blood circulation slows down, and the production of immune cells decreases, which can increase the risk of infection when exposed to viruses." This means that the heating function in massage chairs that warms the body is helpful.

Sleep is also important for immunity. Bodyfriend explained that the 'sleep massage program' has been proven to improve sleep quality through clinical trials conducted with university hospitals.

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