The EP1060K Swede-Atsu massage lounger incorporates the techniques of soothing Swedish massage and strong Shiatsu style massage, all in one unit. Panasonic has named the new lounger Swede-Atsu, to represent the combination of these technologies. The EP1060K chair offers numerous potential benefits to the overall health of the user. The several massage programs are designed to reduce anxiety level, relax tense muscles, improve the functions of the immune system, enhance tissue elasticity, alleviate stress, and relieve muscular back pain. In addition, regular use of Panasonic's new lounger can help improve flexibility, increase circulation, normalize the flow of energy, and help promote healthy skin. If you desire a soothing, gentle, take-me-away massage that leaves you never wanting to get up, the Swedish massage is for you. Or if its intense, invigorating, wake-up-your senses deep tissue massage your body craves, then you'll want to try Shiatsu massage. EP1060K massage chair is recommended by the Acupressure Institute, a leader in the teaching of Acupressure Therapy in America.