For increased intensity and depth or for “scraping” and “flushing,” to help remove lactic acid and toxins. As we mentioned, the EMS massager is like a mini-gym. Using electrical pulses, it simulates the action of exercise. Muscles contract and relax in controlled rhythmic motions. Despite its compact size, it has everything its bulkier counterparts offer, including five different massage heads, with each one designed to target a different muscle group. It also scored top marks for ease of use – there’s just one button for speed control and a handy manual that explains what each head is for and how to use it.

The exception is if you are pregnant, have a medical implant in you or have a chronic condition. If you are in one of these groups, consult your doctor for guidance before you use this massager or any other EMS-based therapeutic product. 2. Boosts blood circulation Use before, during or after exercise (for enhanced performance or recovery) the percussion action of the massage head against the skin stimulates blood and lymphatic circulation, warms up muscle and improves tissue elasticity. Powerful, easy to use and affordable, our expert tester was blown away by this sleek little massager. They also said it was sufficiently powerful, providing instant relief from soreness, even at lower speeds. There were no issues with jolting or juddering over their skin, making for an extremely smooth massage experience.Each massage gun is separately rated for its range of speed settings and attachments. Comfort and power This aesthetically pleasing device from up-and-coming massage gun brand Lola is all over the internet right now and after testing it, we can see why. Not only does it look the part, but it also scored highly for design, ease of use and performance.

If 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.For athletes, fitness gurus or anyone looking to target muscle stress, ease tightness or aid recovery; the sleek Bodi-Tek cordless massage gun and its 6 interchangeable heads can be used wherever and whenever you need it. There is nothing complicated about the Bodi-Tek foot massager. An instruction manual will be included along with the device. Refer to it for help on getting started and for important safety information. It can be especially helpful for older persons for whom age has reduced blood flow. Many elderly users report improved mobility after using an EMS foot massager. 3. Improves muscle function Choose a model that comes with multiple massage heads, from the standard ball head for bigger muscle groups to cone, wedge and thumb heads for working on smaller and more sensitive areas. If you’re planning to take your massage gun to the gym with you, consider its weight, portability and battery life. How we test massage guns 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.

If your feet frequently feel numb or tingly, it could be that not enough blood is reaching them. EMS therapy has been shown to be effective in boosting blood circulations. Massage guns are expensive. Before you part with your cash, ask yourself why you’re buying one and make sure you know which factors to consider. If you mainly want a massage gun for relaxation purposes, a less “punchy” model will likely suffice, and you won’t need to spend so much.For many customers, it has become a habit to use the massager every evening. The best part is that you can sit down, relax and even read a book or watch a movie while the device does its work. How easy is it to use? It’s slightly less powerful, with 10 lbs less stall power compared to the Theragun Elite’s 40 lb stall power. It also only comes with four attachments instead of the five that the Elite includes. In contrast, sensitive and older users may benefit from a softer machine that is also lightweight to hold — for example, the Jane Choi Massage Gun or Hypervolt Go. Or, the ball-shaped Theragun Therawave Solo, which can get used hands-free for foot massages. Accessories: We love a carry case! Where possible we selected models that are easy to store in their own bag.