Magic wand: 34 self-massage devices
Olga Lukinskaya
Massage is a great way to relax. and reduce pain in overworked muscles. If you don’t have time to go to a massage therapist or don’t want to spend money on it, you should pay attention to self-massage devices - they help to create the necessary pressure on the tissues and work out the tense muscles. We have compiled a list of ten popular, interesting or unusual massagers.
Roller Grid STK
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This is a small massage roller with two handles that can be used even in water - for example, in a hot bath. It is available in two stiffness options. A good idea is to use it for massaging the outer surface of the hips before and after training. This helps to stretch the ileo-tibial tract - an area in which, under heavy loads, pain or inflammation often occurs.
Similar devices: TheraBand, Gaiam Restore
Collar Beurer MG
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The electronic device in the form of a collar makes acupressure (shiatsu) of the neck, upper back and shoulders, allowing you to choose from two directions: clockwise or against. In addition, the massager uses infrared radiation to warm up tired muscles. It does not require any activity from the user, so the massage can be combined even with work on the computer - but it is better to close your eyes and relax.
Similar devices: Naipo, HoMedics Thera-P
Oils of Life Facial Massager
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Facial massage is especially useful for those who can not refuse tea or large amounts of water at night and swells in the morning. The movement of the balls stimulates the flow of blood and lymph, reducing swelling; If you keep the massager in the fridge, its touch will be refreshing and will help you wake up.
Similar devices: Clear Life, Beauty Bar
Spiny Ball PhysioRoom
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Elastic studded balls are great for stretching the muscles of the back between the shoulder blades, buttocks or chest - for this you need to press the ball against the wall of the desired body area and roll in different directions. A set of several handy to keep one in a bag for the gym, the second - at home, and the third - in the office.
Similar devices: TriggerPoint Performance, Anself, regular tennis ball
Percussion Massager HoMedics
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This device generates a pulsation with a speed of 3100 beats per minute and includes three sets of nozzles: for a soft massage, a more intense effect, and also for a warming massage. The disadvantages include the need to turn on the massager in the outlet.
Similar devices: Brookstone, Wahl
GoFit Extreme Clip
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Classic massage roller, which is used on the floor. It helps to ease post-workout pain and improve muscle elasticity - especially if there is always not enough time and desire for regular stretching. Poses and exercises for self-massage with this roller can be found on youtube.
Similar devices: Back Rack, Holz-Fit, Master of Muscle
Twin Block Pro Block
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A block of solid synthetic rubber is designed for passive unloading of stressed areas - no movement is required, you just need to lie down and lean on it at the right place. The impact on the back of the head should ease the tension headache associated with excessive muscle contraction (not to be confused with migraines), but the massager can also be used for other parts of the body.
Similar devices: Still Point Inducer, CranioCradle, HighBaller
Back Massager Thera Cane
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This is an indispensable thing for massaging the constrained parts of the muscles between the shoulder blades - massage therapists usually work them out by pressing deeply with their thumb or elbow. It is unlikely that this device for point impact will be comfortable to carry around, but then you will not lose it at home.
Similar devices: Back Buddy, Nayoya
Trigger Point Massage Set
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Each element of the set is designed to work out one or another part of the body: an elongated roller for large muscles like quadriceps, a smaller roller for shins and feet, balls for the muscles of the chest, back and shoulders. When buying a set, access to video instructions is provided through self-massage.
Similar sets: Holistic Athletics, RAD All in Kit
Compact Massager Jacknobber
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This is a simple and inexpensive thing that is almost impossible to break. Smooth plastic heads of different sizes need to work on areas that need massage; only you control the pressing force. To reach the device to hard-to-reach places on the back will not work for everyone - but it costs several times cheaper than even a short massage session.
Similar devices: Dr. Berg's, HealthAndYoga, Index Knobber
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