Fascial Gun, Muscle Massage Gun, Professional Massage Equipment with Deep Tissue Fascia, Wireless Percussion Electric Massage Equipment

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That said, more research is needed to determine whether using a massage gun before or after workouts is more beneficial and which speeds and durations are most effective. Should you still stretch if you use a massage gun? Allow us to introduce myofascial release, a technique in which pressure is applied to the fascia — the connective tissue that surrounds every muscle in your body — in the hopes of relieving pain and increasing range of motion ( 1, 2).

Mueller SM, et al. (2021). Effects, side effects and contraindications of relaxation massage during pregnancy: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials. Noise: Not listed | Stall Force: Not applicable | Weight: 0.6 lbs | Customizability: 6 attachments | Battery Life: 2 hours | Our Overall Rating: 4.8/5 Comfort: While using the massage guns, we note how comfortable and ergonomic the device is to hold and how heavy it is. We evaluate the percussive force and whether it feels comfortable on our muscles. We also note whether the handle design or any settings of the device make it more customizable for a more comfortable user experience. The VYBE V2 Percussion Massage Gun scored high marks for portability and stall force. Still, we found it too noisy and shaky to use effectively.The Fascial Gun Muscle Massager is a device that you can use after your workout, work, or on any day as part of preventive care. It reduces pain and improves blood circulation to help improve muscle health so we’re more able to fight off injuries in the future! You can use a massage gun whenever you’re looking to relieve some muscle tension, but it may be especially beneficial to use after a workout to promote recovery with reduced muscle soreness,” says Leada Malek, CSCS, a sports physical therapist in San Francisco who’s board-certified through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists. We love that this massage gun effectively reaches specific trigger points and particularly sore spots. It's quieter than Opove's previous model, the M3 Pro, formerly our best overall massage gun. It's also more compact and easier to maneuver than its predecessor, making the Apex an easy choice for our best overall spot. As fans of deep tissue massage, we also love that the device comes with multiple smaller attachments for more intense kneading. Although this massage gun has a hefty stall force of 50 pounds, it's still quite lightweight, only weighing 2.3 pounds. In addition to being lightweight and easy to use, this grid roller is available in several bright colors (neon orange, anyone?) and includes access to free online instructional videos. What's more, the device comes with cleansing, microcurrent, and LED light therapy rings to help users work toward various skincare goals. It's an eight-in-one device with eight functionalities—a microcurrent ring to "firm and tighten," an LED red light setting to help "reduce crow's feet," an LED blue light setting to help "reduce mild to moderate acne," an LED red + infrared light setting to help "reduce crow's feet" and also "temporarily reduce pain," a percussive flat head attachment to reduce general tension, a percussive micropoint head attachment that may "help maximize circulation," a percussive cone head attachment to help target pressure points, and a cleansing ring to help remove dirt, oil, and debris and "cleanse more effectively."

The MuscleGun Carbon is a travel-sized massage gun that's comfortable and easy to wield. During testing, we found it quieter than other options we tried. But we also noted that it wasn't as powerful as massage guns with a higher stall force, and we ultimately reached for more powerful massage guns to relieve muscle tension. Using Bluetooth capabilities, you can also connect the Theragun PRO to the Therabody app for personalized wellness routines. Dr. Melissa Prestipino, PT, DPT, owner of Maize & Blue Rehab in New Jersey, told Healthline, “The Theragun Elite offers a very quiet percussive force, which is quieter than other massage guns on the market. This feature is beneficial when using the device in a public place and not wanting to draw attention with a loud sound.” Looking for a cross between a massage gun and a foam roller? A vibrating roller may be the myofascial release tool of your dreams. Just keep in mind that it’s important to talk with a healthcare professional before using a myofascial release tool.While you can also use it to warm up your muscles pre-workout, many reviewers mention it’s been very helpful for soothing sore muscles after intense workouts. The Cryosphere is a massage roller that’s filled with nontoxic cooling gel to combine the benefits of cryotherapy and self-myofascial release.

Foam rolling uses myofascial release to decrease muscle tension. Fascia is the connective tissue that surrounds muscles, blood vessels and nerves. For various reasons, fascia can get tight, even inflamed, and when that happens, your ability to move can be hampered. Yet the gentle to moderate sustained pressure you apply with a foam roller can help tight areas of the body relax or release, Malek says. The Hyperice Hypervolt 2 is a powerful massage gun that effectively loosens tight muscles, but its percussion is quite intense, even on the lowest setting. Ultimately, we found it too intense and uncomfortable to include in our list of top recommendations.

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The device offers five speed options, allowing you to dig deep or go lighter on more sensitive areas. This three-piece set from 4KOR stands out for the range of ball options it provides, including a lacrosse ball and two massage balls — all of which are latex-free and made of natural rubber. Static stretching, on the other hand, uses slow, sustained stretches on a muscle to promote relaxation and reduced feelings of muscle tightness, and like foam rolling, it has more research to support its benefits, Malek says.

Noise: Not listed | Stall Force: 60 lbs | Weight: 2.9 lbs | Customizability: 6 head attachments, 4 arm positions, 5 preset speeds (also customizable) | Battery Life: 5 hours | Our Overall Rating: 4.4/5Bottom line: a convenient tool that combines the benefits of massage and cold therapy to reduce muscle soreness and inflammation To narrow down the best massage guns, we tested 32 devices over 840 hours in the Verywell Testing Lab and continue to test each massage gun at home as part of our regular recovery routines. During the testing process, we evaluate each one for the following six key attributes: After the receipt of shipment, you cannot exchange or return items for any reason other than defective or damaged products. Bottom line: a great value if you prefer the simplicity of massage balls and have multiple trigger points you’d like to target