Wireless Personal Massager by Luxe - 8 Powerful Speeds and 20 Vibration Patterns - Handheld Electric Personal Massager - Waterproof - Travel Bag Included (Black)

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Natasha Caleel, a licensed occupational therapist and corrective exercise specialist, uses it with clients regularly and finds it to be a great option for athletes at all levels as well as those trying to reduce muscle tension after a tough day at work. The Theragun PRO is a good option for serious athletes, as it offers several speeds and attachments for a deep and powerful massage. Each massage gun is separately rated for its range of speed settings and attachments. Comfort and power Overall Value: We took note of how each massager’s price compared to how well it functioned, how durable it felt, and whether or not did what the manufacturer claims it should.

Charles Hummer III, MD, FAAOS, FACS, chief medical officer at Premier Orthopaedics, Philadelphia UnionIf your aim is to get some satisfying relief from post-workout muscle strain and to help reduce soreness in your muscles in the days after a workout, the best massage guns are likely to work well for you and are well worth buying. The Novo Mini Massage Gun is a handy piece of kit. Featuring four attachment heads and six vibration frequencies, ranging from 1,400 to 2,800 RPM, it proves itself to be a versatile product for a great price. Out of the box, the Novo Mini looks and feels sturdy, fitting tidily in the protective travel case supplied.

She also called out its easy-to-grip ergonomic design, which she says makes it more comfortable for people with hand and wrist issues, such as arthritis. 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. It's all about preference, though. Read the intended use of each attachment, give each a go, and follow what feels right for you.Whether or not you really need these attachments is a matter of opinion. During testing we tended to default to the all-rounder attachments such as flat, bump or dampener heads as it saved us the effort of having to swap them around. All our magazines have been removed and we do not permit magazines/newspapers etc. to be brought in from outside. The Renpho R3 is the other massage gun we’ve reviewed in-depth. It can’t equal the Theragun Elite for brute power (hence its four-star score), but as the second-cheapest massage gun on our list it offers amazing value for money.

You also get five interchangeable foam attachments (dampener, standard ball, wedge, thumb and cone) and five speeds (1,750-2,400ppm), giving you many different combinations of surface and intensity for different muscle groups and parts of your body. You’re guided through these combinations and helped to achieve your perfect massage programme by the app. READ NEXT: The best foam roller The best massage guns to buy now 1. Theragun Elite: Best massage gun for deep sports massageHealthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. I utilised all four heads, but worked mostly with the bullet. After some pre-season training and a gentle cool down, I used the bullet to release tension in tight regions – namely, the hamstrings. I started with the flat head on its maximum setting, focusing on tender areas to bring a layer of warmth to the tissue. I then identified areas for localised treatment and put the bullet to work, pushing deep to work away any nasty knots. Following 10-15 minutes of identifying, warming and treating the tissue, I rounded off with some static and dynamic stretches, allowing the muscle to contract and release through a range of natural movements. Using Bluetooth capabilities, you can also connect the Theragun PRO to the Therabody app for personalized wellness routines.

Professional massage: A massage from a licensed therapist is one of the best ways to relieve muscle tension. For affordable options, search for community clinics, massage schools, and businesses offering a sliding scale. There is inconclusive research about some of the longer-term scientific benefits of using massage guns, as they are relatively new products that are still being investigated and debated. It only comes with a soft, drawstring bag for transport, and we would have preferred a hard case with a zipper to protect our investment. Overall the HoMedics sling is easy to use—press the power button once for high intensity, twice for medium, and three times for low. The heated massage is a nice add-on; however, our tester noted that it took a few minutes to heat up. “Once it did,” she said, “that was a nice added feature.” Wu explains that massage guns are a good option for recovery as they promote circulation and blood flow, loosen tight tissues, and reduce the tightness and stiffness that accompany muscle soreness. Dr. Hummer adds that the increased local blood flow to an area may promote healing.

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For everyday use, Wu recommends a portable option that isn’t overly aggressive. Those massage feels good and promotes muscle recovery, Wu explains that it is still an irritant to the muscle tissue being targeted. As a result, she warns that you can over stimulate the tissues, which can actually cause irritation. 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.” With three attachments and three speeds, we found this option to be easy to use and a solid, quiet choice. Besides its smaller size, it still has a 120-minute battery life. Effectiveness: We noted how successful each massager was at relieving tension, how enjoyable it was to use, how much effort was required to get the desired result, and if it lowered a feeling of pain or stiffness. Gua sha: This traditional Chinese healing technique uses a tool to apply pressure to acupressure points and scrape your skin. Tools come in different shapes to target specific areas of the body. They’re small enough to toss in your bag to use on the go. Professional sessions are available, often from acupuncturists.