I was recently in an car accident and needed a recliner chair for back support. I was pleasantly surprised to find not only exactly that and more. I needed something to fit in a small bedroom and this was a perfect fit and with room for it to totally recline all the way back without hitting the wall. The massage back is also perfect. It also has heating which was not so great but I have my own heating pad i just added to the chair. The remote is attached with easy push buttons that light up. This chair also extends you up to almost a standing position which is perfect for my knee and back injury. Absolutely loving this chair!