How do you choose a massage gun?
Choose handheld massager
Handheld massagers look a lot alike. But you have to keep some differences in mind. Look at the following points when you choose a massage gun.
- Do you want to treat or relax your muscles?
- How powerful does the massage have to be?
- Do you need guidance?
- Do you use the device on the go?
Do you want to treat or relax your muscles?
Relax muscles
Do you want to relax on the couch after a long day and gently massage your muscles? Choose a handheld massager that give a vibration massage at a low speed. The grips of these handheld massagers are long, so you can easily reach your shoulders and back. These handheld massagers also often have an infra-red heat function that relaxes your muscles even more.
Treat muscles
If you exercise or have sore muscles often, use a massage gun with an intense tapping or vibration massage. This reaches deep into your muscles to remove knots. The difference to a relaxation massage is that these devices vibrate or tap faster, up to 3200 movements per minute. Some people find the massage painful, because it's meant to treat sore muscles and injuries. With these handheld massagers, you can also improve your sports performances.
How powerful does the massage have to be?
Not powerful
Do you have sore muscles and do you only want to massage and relax your muscles? A handheld massager for relaxation if the right choice for you.
Powerful
Do you have sore or tense muscles, but you don't work out intensively multiple times per week? Choose a basic or mid-range massage gun. These have a massaging power of at most 15 to 20kg. If you want to adjust your massage to your needs as accurately as possible, choose a handheld massager with multiple intensity settings.
Very powerful
Do you train intensively multiple times per week, and do you want to improve your muscle recover? Choose a high-end massage gun with a high intensity. These handheld massagers have a massaging power of at most 20 to 30kg, so the massage reaches deep into your muscles. Some people find this painful, so it's not suitable for people who want a relaxing massage.
Do you need guidance during the massage?
You can connect many handheld massagers with an app via Bluetooth. An app shows how to treat each body part, how long you have to keep the device in a certain position, and which intensity is suitable. In some apps, you can also create your own massage program, so you won't feel pain and get the right massage for your muscles. That's nice if you don't know how to massage, or if you want guidance.
Do you use the device on the go?
Do you want to take the handheld massager to the gym or on vacation? Choose a mini device with a storage case. There are a lot smaller, lighter, and more silent than other devices. These massage guns also have a lower intensity than large devices.
