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The goal. The main function of a heated massage gun is to provide a soothing effect to sore muscles and give a relaxing massage. They’re rarely meant for a deep-to-the bone massage. To be honest, there isn’t that much difference between the two (at least not as far as everything else is concerned). Ever used a hot compress to ease a headache or soaked in a hot bath to soothe sore muscles? Heat is an easy, accessible way to self-treat a variety of issues. This is why companies are now directly building these benefits into recovery products like the Gravity Relax handheld deep tissue massager.
One of the standard measures of a massage gun is revolutions per minute, or how many times the head can hit your muscle in one minute. The higher the speed, the higher the intensity of the percussion. The Gravity relax has a range of 1400 to 3200 RPM, and 30 individual levels of intensity (you can increase or decrease the intensity via the touchscreen on the device).However, with most heated percussion massagers, the stall force rarely goes beyond 30lbs. Apart from one heated massage gun, the Urikar Pro 2 and also the Bob and Brad X6 Pro (which surprised us to be honest) no other gun that we’ve seen in this niche can handle anything over 30lbs. The Gravity Relax comes with six attachments: a ball head, flat head, D-shaped head, U-shaped head, air-cushion head and hot massage head. Most of those are standard for modern massage guns, but the one that isn’t standard — the heated head — was the one I was most interested in (and used the most). It’s made from metal and comes with three temperature levels: 96.8 degrees Fahrenheit to 105.8 degrees Fahrenheit, 109.4 degrees Fahrenheit to 114 degrees Fahrenheit, and 116 degrees Fahrenheit to 125 degrees Fahrenheit. Without the percussion engaged, I could feel the heat almost immediately, but it took a few minutes to reach the highest temperatures; the more intense the percussion, the less intense the heat felt. Though it would be hard to know if the heat had anything more than a placebo effect while working out the kinks during post-marathon recovery, boy, did it feel good on my tired, cold muscles after a full day of skiing.
We’re talking about what versions of them have the market talking. The two popular trends in this space today are mini massage guns (which we looked at recently) and heated percussion massagers.
The Lifepro FusionX is extremely easy to use and features a rubber, texturized grip for easy maneuvering. You should not buy this if ... In addition to my own expertise, I sought the wisdom of two experts who use massage guns regularly: Dr. Chloe Costigan, a doctor of physical therapy for Mobility Doc in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania; and Stephanie Thomas, an ACE-certified personal trainer and health coach who specializes in wedding fitness programs. Our conversations gave me additional perspectives on the biomechanics and physiological impacts of massage gun usage.
Practicality. Obviously the heated function means hardware added to an otherwise already bulky device. A bigger motor (for a higher stall force) and space to accommodate a higher amplitude would mean an even bigger gun. Which wouldn’t be necessary in this case.There are no connected apps designed for the HoMedics Pro Physio, unlike those that accompany other massage guns such as Hypervolt or Therabody. So users hoping to improve their technique, or follow specific routines by using an app or Bluetooth connectivity, may be disappointed by this. Extra features include an easy-to-grip rubber handle, a cordless design and an included storage case so you can easily take it with you while you travel.
Warranty: We love lifetime guarantees as it shows the company is willing to stand behind their product. Some have 1-year and 2-year warranties. The massage gun includes a smart travel case, and a guide to help you use it effectively (Image credit: Rob Clymo) Price and availability To be fair though, this hype is not just hot air, these devices have been proven to work. With many people, especially fitness enthusiasts, looking for a convenient way for muscle recovery, these devices have been a welcome blessing. Any massage gun should be comfortable to hold and easy to maneuver. Look for a design that allows you to reach various parts of your body without straining, and be sure to consider the size and weight, as these affect its ergonomics. While most massagers have a similar L-shape, some models, like the Theragun Elite and Mini, use a triangular design in an attempt to improve ergonomics. NoiseThe gun itself is fairly heavy, weighing in at 2lbs. This makes it one of the heaviest massage guns we tested at home. Although it’s not uncomfortable to use for longer periods, it could become heavy and unwieldy over longer massage sessions. A bit on the process: you’ll first need to insert the attachment, then press the mode button that will take you to the preheating mode (look out for an orange flashing light). Wait for about a minute for the orange light to stop flashing. Once it stops flashing but remains on, it then means it’s heated and ready to be used. Speeds: 5 | Attachments: 6 | Amplitude: 12 millimeters | Weight: 2.4 pounds | Battery life: 480 minutes | Warranty: 1 year
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