If you have any of the following health conditions, please consult your doctor for medical advice before using our massage products:
serious heart problems, serious diabetes, serious osteoporosis, serious skin conditions, malignant tumor(s), sensory impairment, pregnancy (or suspected pregnancy) or those who have just given birth, acute gastrointestinal complaints (gastritis, hepatitis, enteritis), joint dysfunction such as rheumatism, hammer toe, gout, thecitis (or suspected thecitis), high fever, spinal abnormalities due to past injury or ailment, curvature of the spine (scoliosis acute neck sprain (whiplash), or any other medical condition that may contraindicate usage of this product.
Support Documentation
You can find detailed information about each product via their accompanying support documentation. Print a copy before visiting your doctor.
Many of our products offer clinical, medical grade pain relief that may not be suitable for expecting mothers. Our shiatsu massage products help relieve the deep-seated pains trapped in the knots of your back, legs, glutes and thighs. By stimulating these points your body could experience premature labor. There are however contradictory opinions regarding the use of massage chairs and personal massage devices. Hence, please consult your doctor before deciding on a shiatsu massage product from Zarifa USA. They will be able to provide the most accurate information regarding your body's response to a shiatsu massage product. For your reference we have also compiled more information below.
Massage Chairs, Shiatsu Pillows, Neck Massagers and Foot Massagers are becoming an increasingly popular method of pain relief for expecting mothers. A perfect massage can feel heavenly during the second and third trimesters of your pregnancy. However, there are certain complications that are associated with the use of massage chairs during pregnancy.
Many massage chairs include a heating pad which could have negative repercussions for your baby. An increase body temperature could spike your child’s body temperature and in effect your child’s heart rate. This increase in hear rate could lead to cardiovascular issues. Excessive increases in body temperature can also cause hyperthermia in extreme cases. Thus, it is suggested that you consult your health care professional and avoid heating features in our massage chairs.
Your pregnancy is a very demanding time on your bodies, back, knees, joints and muscles. Hormonal changes happen in your body that can also affect the mother’s mental state.
Roller Coaster mood swings are easy to come by and certain health conditions and other concerns will not allow expectant moms to use massage chairs without the approval of their healthcare professionals.
Your pregnancy is a very demanding time on your bodies, back, knees, joints and muscles. Hormonal changes happen in your body that can also affect the mother’s mental state.
Roller Coaster mood swings are easy to come by and certain health conditions and other concerns will not allow expectant moms to use massage chairs without the approval of their healthcare professionals.
Our Home Suite, Massage Chairs and Shiatsu Massage Products offer many medical health benefits. However, there are a few things one must keep in mind while pregnant.
Our Home Suite, Massage Chairs and Shiatsu Massage Products are handy effective products at relieving your aches and pains. They are medical grade massage products meant relieve your clinical pain. Though there are many benefits to using our products the risk during pregnancy is too great to ignore. You must consult your health care provider before purchasing and using these products.
An HSA and FSA account are a great complement to your existing health insurance plan and coverage. It empowers you to take your health into your own hands and allows you to take advantage of alternative pain relief options. At Zarifa USA we pride ourselves on stocking a full complement of Class 1 and Class 2 medical devices that are covered by HSA/FSA accounts. However, there can be some misconceptions in use by our customers.
The health insurance market is a diverse and vast convoluted mix of various plans, policies and insurance carriers. We are not health insurance experts and do not retain the ability to determine your HSA/FSA eligibility. We are certified Durable Medical Equipment holders and do go through the process of making sure our devices are registered as Durable Medical Equipment. In most cases your HSA/FSA will cover our products.
These things being said we always recommend you consult with your doctor regarding any pre-existing conditions to determine eligibility. If at any time before purchase you are unsure about your HSA/FSA compatibility, you can always consult with you doctor first, receive a pre-authorized note of medical necessity and then proceed to make your purchase.
Zarifa USA is not responsible for unauthorized HSA FSA purchases. You are responsible for determining your own eligibility before purchase. We hope this guide is helpful in determining and guiding your purchase decisions.
These things being said we always recommend you consult with your doctor regarding any pre-existing conditions to determine eligibility. If at any time before purchase you are unsure about your HSA/FSA compatibility, you can always consult with you doctor first, receive a pre-authorized note of medical necessity and then proceed to make your purchase.
Zarifa USA is not responsible for unauthorized HSA FSA purchases. You are responsible for determining your own eligibility before purchase. We hope this guide is helpful in determining and guiding your purchase decisions.
Each of our deep tissue massagers are designed specifically to alleviate chronically sprained, knotted and sore muscles. As such they are strong tools in our pain relief arsenal of products. Each of our Home Suite, Massage Chair and Shiatsu Massage tools utilize the power effects of Deep Tissue Massage and offer many great medical benefits.
Our Deep tissue massage products usually focus on specific problems such as injury rehabilitation or chronic muscle pain. The list of conditions that can be treated with Deep tissue massagers is quite extensive and includes IT band issues, upper back strain, muscle tension and spams in the glutes, hamstring sprains, quads and rhomboid strain, repetitive strain, postural problems, sciatica issues, sports injury, recovery injury from falls, and even whiplash.
Deep Tissue Massage Tool Therapy has been found to be more effective in relieving osteoarthritis pain and a wide range of alternatives, including pain medication, opiates, over the counter drugs, acupuncture treatment, chiropractic care, physical therapy, exercise and even diet and glucosamine.
It is also recommended improvement of range of motion, fibromyalgia pain, and more. Deep Tissue massage is good for the mind and body and is great for helping you to relax.
Please check with your doctor before using our Deep Tissue Massagers.
Please check with your doctor before using our Deep Tissue Massagers.
Edema is a very common issue among pregnant women but affects a wide range of people of various shapes and sizes. Edema is generalized swelling of the body tissues and occurs when fluid is trapped within said body tissues. The human body is designed to eliminate excess fluid but there are several things that can this water retention and swelling.
Typical causes are listed below:
The following are Typical to Severe Edema Symptoms. If you are suffering from any of the following it Is recommended that you do not use our Foot Massager:
Each person suffering from edema is different. Depending on the cause of your edema and associated symptoms some of our Foot Massage Products may or may not be effective all or part time for everyone. If you are not seeing results or are hesitant to use our foot massage products, don’t hesitate to reach out to your doctor at any time before making a purchasing decision. If you are suffering from any of the symptoms as listed in the Typical to Severe Edema Symptoms section, we recommend not using our Foot Massagers until you consult with your doctor. As per usual when using Any Zarifa USA medical device, please do not use the massager for longer than 15 to 20 minutes per session.
Each person suffering from edema is different. Depending on the cause of your edema and associated symptoms some of our Foot Massage Products may or may not be effective all or part time for everyone. If you are not seeing results or are hesitant to use our foot massage products, don’t hesitate to reach out to your doctor at any time before making a purchasing decision. If you are suffering from any of the symptoms as listed in the Typical to Severe Edema Symptoms section, we recommend not using our Foot Massagers until you consult with your doctor. As per usual when using Any Zarifa USA medical device, please do not use the massager for longer than 15 to 20 minutes per session.
When it comes to sensitive feet there are two distinct groups of people. Those with pre-existing medical conditions and those without medical conditions, that are not use to the medical intensity of our massage instruments. Deep tissue massage in the soles and tops of the feet stimulate the muscles and nerve endings and cause a variety of weird sensations if one is not accustomed to them.
It is important to differentiate between sensitive feet users and those with actual medical conditions. We do not recommend people with Nerve Damage, Diabetic Neuropathy or Plantar Fasciitis use our Shiatsu Foot Massage Products. These products knead, cushion, press and rotate to provide instant muscle strain relief. However, if you suffer from the previous listed conditions these foot massage motions can have negative painful effects. For people that suffer from Nerve Damage, Diabetic Neuropathy are suffering from broken bones or broken tendons.
Or even Plantar Fasciitis we recommend you consult with your doctor before use. Some of these conditions would benefit more from a TENS/EMS unit. As per usual please consult with your medical professional before using either type of massage device.
Reference our TENS/EMS guidelines here before use.
Foot Massager, Foot Massage Ottoman, and Massage Chair Ottoman Sizing
Our foot massage products are designed to work with most size feet, feet widths, shapes and sizes. Every foot size is different and as such we do not guarantee a perfect fit with each use. However, If you are a Mens 13 or Womens 14 (US) your feet should fit in most of our foot massage products.
Our TENS and EMS combination units are powerful devices combining the very best in Electronic Muscle Stimulation and Transcutaneous Electrical nerve Stimulation (TENS). They act as
Noninvasive methods for relieving pain and help in the recovery process. People who utilize TENS and EMS devices can supplement or reduce their Pain medication intake and use the device to curb the addictive and adverse side effects of opiates and other pain relief medications.
Adverse Side Effects that effect some people:
Our TENS and EMS units are rigorously tested, DME and Class II FDA certified and proven to be safe for most people.
The electrical impulses can be uncomfortable and cause a buzzing or tingling sensation for some that Is not pleasant or pain relieving. Some people can be allergic to the adhesive oxygen sensor pads included with all our units and may experience skin redness and irritation. We recommend using hypo-allergenic pads in these circumstances.
As always please consult with your doctor before using our TENS and EMS units. There may or may not be medical conditions and cases specific to your medical condition that are not listed in the prohibited list.
A practicing medical professional or doctor will be able to assist you better in device selection and use if this is the case.
Core Technologies | Z-Smart Plus Luxury | Z-Smart Luxury | Z-Dream Signature | Z-Cloud Signature |
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S+L Track | Yes
| S - Only | Yes | Yes |
Full Body Air Massage | 60 Bags
| 78 Bags | 52 Bags | 28 Bags |
Arm Massage Type | Sleeve | Sleeve | Sleeve | In-Line |
Speed Adjustment | 5 Levels | 5 Levels | 5 Levels | 5 Levels |
Air Pressure Adjustment | 3 Levels | 3 Levels | 5 Levels | 5 Levels |
Width Adjustment | 5 Levels | 5 Levels | 3 Levels | 5 Levels |
Multi-Targeting | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Intelli-Hands | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Pain Relief Features | Z-Smart Plus Luxury | Z-Smart Luxury | Z-Dream Signature | Z-Cloud Signature |
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Foot Rollers | 2 Sets | 88 Stereo-Scopic | 2 Sets | 2 Sets |
Leg Heating | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Hip Swing Feature | Yes | Yes | None | None |
Magnetic Therapy | Yes | Yes | Yes | None |
Rocking Motion | None | Yes | None | Yes |
Zero Gravity | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Intelli-Hands | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Heating Element | Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber |
Convenience Features | Z-Smart Plus Luxury | Z-Smart Luxury | Z-Dream Signature | Z-Cloud Signature |
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Space Saving Tech | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Foot Rest Extension | Auto | Manual | Auto | Manual |
USB Charging Ports | Yes | None | None | None |
Quick Access Button | Yes | None | Yes | Yes |
Safety Short Protection | Yes | None | None | None |
Memory Modes | 3 Modes | 3 Modes | None | 3 Modes |
Bluetooth | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Speakers | 3D Digital | 3D Hi-Fi | Dual Hi-Fi | 3D Digital |
O2 Ionizer | Yes | Yes | None | None |
Accent Lighting | 7 Levels | None | None | None |
Automatic Programs | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6 |
Voice Control | Yes | None | None | None |