10 Massage Gun Dangers!! NEVER Use Like This!

[@BobandBrad]

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[@kayty6673]

My husband has throat cancer. His voice box and right carotid artery was removed in the past 2 months. He is asking for a neck massager to help with pain. Is there anything you can recommend? Thanks

[@Bells_Ville]

Oh man,Ive been doing so many wrong things😮 Well thank you Lord for leading me to this video 🙏🏾

[@6AlphaMikeCharlie9]

Why what were you using it for?

[@SillySherriProductions]

I was injured by one used by a chiropractor! He put it on a high setting at the top of my neck on the right side, again and again. I told him it hurt a little, but he said he was trying to move the axis. Months later, my right arm went paralyzed! I got an MRI and had developed a lesion on the spinal cord! He gave me complimentary lazer therapy, but it didn't help. I stopped going to him. With time and other treatments, it improved. But 13 years later, my hand still goes numb.

[@hobbyless4089]

Wow that's crazy, that also goes to show what lazer therapy is snake oil.

[@TheRentFan]

That was probably an activator, not a massage gun

[@SillySherriProductions]

@@TheRentFan No it was a massage gun. I have been going to Chiropractors for decades. I have had an activator used many times. 💕

[@AnnMitt]

Wow 😢 hope you continue to improve

[@ceeveloz296]

Sue him

[@Gothboy95]

Me watching this while I have the deep massage gun on my neck : 👁👄👁

[@razycrandomgirl]

😂😂😂

[@patriceoneil4461]

Big facts

[@carlkaholi]

I mainly use it for my neck 😮

[@carlkaholi]

@Master Marc Subliminals not in it, but around it yes.

[@oldenmarlow339]

Same.

[@daspecialist1220]

Maybe go a little bit in depth as to why we shouldn't use it on certain areas would greatly appreciate it thank you for your work you guys are awesome

[@AngelInAHoodie]

Focus on the cause and not the effect and we will never be manipulated 🙌🏽

[@amandamyers3307]

My Bob & Brad C2 gun arrived last night!!!! I love it - I used it briefly on my shoulder prior to bed and didn't have any pain while sleeping. I haven't tried all the features and attachments yet, but I will say that the unboxing was impressive - it's high quality, comes in a nice case, well packaged. I appreciate the user manual. So far, very happy with my purchase and happy to support y'all - I really enjoy your videos.

[@BobandBrad]

Happy to hear that, Amanda! We appreciate your review and feedback ☺️

[@jamesm5192]

@@BobandBrad Used them on my face, skull, thyroid, liver... That's why I wish your gun could adjust the amplitude. Would be nice to have one gun to do it all because many of us like using this on nerves and arteries...

[@jamesm5192]

@@BobandBrad Also should be trying castor oil, vitamin e oil (non synthetic), etc on your varicose veins... You will see a change

[@itswesley4]

I just purchased one and I am now watching some videos to prepare myself on what to do and what not to do. Great video!

[@ODK321]

Yeah be very careful in the neck area. I used a Theragun around my neck and I don't know if I hit an artery or something and I swear I had an irregular heartbeat for a couple of minutes and then it went back to normal. These companies should provide better warning about areas to avoid.

[@draconas109]

slept on my neck weirdly and it hurt for days, I used the massager lightly from the back of my head to just under my ear, not going near the arteries in the front. after about 20 minutes whatever was messed up worked out and I could finally pop my neck. risky but I tried everything else up to that point to no avail

[@UnseenSpirit]

I am a security officer who walks between 15 to 20 miles in a 24 hour period and the Q2 does wonders on my legs. Calves in particular are usually so stiff and sore the day after a shift, and I honestly feel better after 20 mins on my legs. I do feel pain (soreness) initially using the massager but I keep it at level 1 and then go to level 3 after a few minutes.

[@6AlphaMikeCharlie9]

How long have you been doing the job?

[@JamieJB91]

Is there no exception to the neck? Either side of the spine at the bottom of the neck, with the split head piece, it feels so good and seems to help me a lot. I respect your advice and take it into consideration but with care, I do find it has helped to relieve recent tension and headaches. Thanks guys 😁

[@CMinorOp67]

A couple of months ago, I somehow hurt my neck SO badly that I was constantly in tears and afraid to move. Went to a massage therapist and a chiropractor in the same day…and the only thing that made the pain go away was the massage gun the chiropractor used. She used the two pronged attachment. I immediately bought a massage gun in case that ever happens again. So…I dunno.

[@karoshii_x_1229]

I think they were just saying don’t go near the vertebrae, stay on the meat of the muscle away from spine area. And not on a strong setting.

[@douglasasselstine7497]

Very concise video .... very helpful...best one I've seen....Thank you

[@BobandBrad]

We appreciate hearing that. Thank you so much

[@EnchantedSmellyWolf]

Glad you posted this video to show none professional messages from arms or machines like this. 👍

[@HyperCircle]

I healed myself from being hit by a car when 10 and then hit from behind by a car when 25. After 15 years, discoveted these, and I was able to undo what many profesionales could not. Some are good. Some are bad. I have a theragun 4 pro. I learned so much I became a myofascial massage specialist. Lots of glutes and piriformis work helping people live without pain.

[@FitLabb]

Solid & 💯% accurate advice! I’m a big fan of massage guns for most people, but there are definitely some important scenarios like the ones you highlighted where they shouldn’t be used. I would add that if someone is taking blood thinners, is pregnant, or has any issues like thrombosis they should also avoid using a massage gun.

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you!

[@poseurlol]

is it ok if you've taken a bit of ibuprofen?

[@lizhall2961]

You provide useful info! I found a massage gun actually improves circulation and neuropathy (non diabetic) in my legs and feet, but I use the lightest setting,

[@BobandBrad]

Glad you found it useful

[@LLUEVE]

You guys are phenomenal! thank you for everything you do. Helped me with my drop foot stretching and costrochondritis 🤘🏼

[@BobandBrad]

Our pleasure! Brad

[@teresacorrigan3076]

This finally got my si joint to stop hurting

[@citizenstrife]

I just bought a $120-$160 version of the Bob and Brad gun, and I do go on the neck, but only the sides and lower traps with the air cushion. I also notice on the arm, anytime there's a huge vibration, it's probably a bone. So I definitely don't go too far up the arm. Thank you for reiterating a lot of the dangers of this tool. As useful as it is, it can be problematic.

[@BobandBrad]

:)

[@poseurlol]

my huge tense knots are as hard as bone and they also make it vibrate intensely 😅😅

[@judyxyz9948]

I have the white one and use it at the lowest speed on my upper arm. It definitely provides great relief.

[@BobandBrad]

Great to hear!

[@JC-il4or]

Very good advice fellas!! Gotta put the caveats out there, so, well done!! Sort of like putting a 'hot liquid' warning on a take-out coffee. Probably should enclose those directions in the packaging too. 🙂

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks!

[@ohgeeze21]

You guys are awesome. Just bought one, and I'm glad I watched this.

[@standardshift1]

I love you guys and your videos, really thorough information in every video

[@NataleeHEALS]

You guys are the best. My new life mission is to be a special guest on the Bob and Brad show. I am also a structural integrator/fascia worker, yoga therpaist and kinesiologist, on top of being KZbins virtual massage therapist ;)

[@fitrunner1317]

Very useful info! Thanks guys!

[@BobandBrad]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@joycekepic8947]

This is a great video. Do you know how many people like myself and injured themselves using these things the wrong way

[@samrobics4864]

I am an exercise therapist and I use the massage gun a lot😊 I think I just learned something new! Thanks guys!

[@lesleylesley5821]

I am guilty of some of these. I used it all around my jaw and head for clenching and I actually lost most of the hearing in one ear for about three days and it slowly came back. I also dug it deep into the piriformis and around the pelvic bones and am now going for physio, for inflammation from overdoing it. It became very sore all of a sudden too, after using it too vigorously for a week. Keep off boney areas unless using the soft head.

[@BobandBrad]

Glad you watched this video so you know what not to do now :)

[@shabaazs791]

😮

[@shabaazs791]

I just bought one and was thinking of doing this

[@tampabaybucs-or3sk]

What did it feel like with ear thing cuz I did the same and it’s like muffled I can hear out of it but it’s low

[@RichArtLove]

I get tons of relief and no issues using an air head tip on the jaw joints, and the rear sides & top of the neck, and all around the skull - places you clearly advise against. Now I'm confused as to why not. Working these spots are the main reason I have this gun. Now What?

[@AM-pf5bo]

I feel the same. It helps me a lot with the pain in my neck and jawlines.

[@sarahcouture24]

Same here

[@TheRentFan]

I definitely disagree with the abdominal area. I have a ton of postpartum adhesions from my pregnancy 2 years ago, and I cannot build core strength for the life of me. I whipped out my TheraGun before a Pilates workout, and lo and behold, I cranked out roll ups and planks like they were nothing. I did the same workout less than a week later without massaging first, and I had a lot more trouble.

[@JRrox822]

Agree 💯

[@UARELOVE1010]

OMG! Thank you so much for mentioning TMJ. I was going to use it with the Q2 mini massager I bought from your line.

[@4eveRgr8fl]

3:00 I saw a varicose vein starting on my calf. I thought I could gun it away. Whoa. Great to know. 👍🏼THANKS!

[@comdrive3865]

I got gifted a massage gun! (yay) but there was literally no warnings in the manual about where to use and avoid useage on the body.. you'd think there woudl be like 10 tips... anywho glad for youtube existing!!

[@elberthiggins6667]

And then there was this man who went to an emergency room in Manchester, England (reported in the Lancet) with one of these lodged in an internal organ between his gluteal muscles. And, it was still vibrating. You all forgot to mention that possibility.

[@rocqitmon]

It was also recharged twice before 9-1-1 at the call...just saying

[@SproutyPottedPlant]

@@rocqitmon 999*

[@raybradley1502]

Dang, Glad I didnt mess up anything yet, mostly on my neck for 5 years, used it last nite on neck, head, shoulders, lower back, arms, legs, feel better today again

[@brendamcchristy6044]

You guys are super helpful for us. Thank you

[@BobandBrad]

You are very welcome :)

[@hannahcrumley3103]

Good to know- I have the largest of your impact massagers and I only have one complaint- it did not come with ANY instructions- what to do or not do! If I didn’t watch your channel all the time I’d have no idea. It’s a great product, works well, holds a charge for a long time!

[@BobandBrad]

Glad you like it! We do have videos on how to use them, should probably add that to our manual!

[@CMinorOp67]

I don’t know what I did to my neck a couple of months ago to cause me soooooo much ungodly pain…to where I was constantly in tears, was literally afraid to move, and couldn’t sleep. Went to a massage therapist and a chiropractor, in the same day. And the ONLY thing that made the pain go away was a massage gun the chiropractor used. So…I’m not understanding why a massage gun shouldn’t be used on the neck.

[@04Ammy04]

Vetebral artery dissection

[@AwordfromJacquelineWood]

IGood info thanks for sharing 😊

[@angieashby71]

This is really helpful!!! I can appreciate the way you guys explain how to use the guns and your awesome personalities

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you!

[@HyperCircle]

You can definitely use it on the neck muscles. You have to have the right adaptors and be careful is all.

[@valeriehendry6723]

Again, Bob and Brad, right on time for me! I was just wondering this morning!!! Thank you SO MUCH!😎👍😉🖖😘☺️

[@BobandBrad]

Happy to help!

[@valeriehendry6723]

@@BobandBrad you both are ,"the most famous physical therapists on the internet!", thank you Bob and Brad!💗

[@lep8622]

I use the soft attachment for my sinuses it’s wonderful ❤

[@nicolaskrinis7614]

Thanks guys, good to see PTs instead of those so-called "doctors" of chiropractic.

[@infinitejourney...]

Great n useful video Thank you 🙏🏽

[@sashek8451]

I have a form of fibromyalgia and even before that, tried just about every modality from Tai Chi, Piloga, yoga, you name it. For my money, the most promising program I’ve found that keeps my body feeling loose and releases all the tension and heals the fascia is Essentrics (the long running PBS show). Most massage therapists would probably agree, as I’ve found, DIY massage and especially aggressive massagers can often cause more harm than good to our fascia and connective tissue.

[@ThatKayakingGuy]

I tried it on my neck once. Must have hit a nerve all weird because it felt like my neck was filling up with blood on the inside, got super warm. Went to a mirror half expecting my neck to be dark red with blood but it looked normal. Went back to normal after couple minutes. Needless to say, that was the last time I used my massage gun on my neck lol

[@madisoncraft989]

I saw someone say using it on your neck can rupture small blood vessels so maybe that’s what you were feeling🤷🏽‍♀️ but it’s good things went back to normal shortly after that

[@meditative_medicine_channel]

I’d like to add. From a spiritual and energetic perspective. Every point in the body is essentially just a bundle of energy. Meaning, as long as there is no pain, utilizing vibration to induce energetic changes is what the practice of QiGong is about. For example, I would not take a deep pressure 5lb machine to the scalp, but a mellower lateral/circular vibration machine on the scalp would help in getting rid of excess thoughts.

[@kb9847]

I just got the Q2 and I LOVE it!! I am giving one to my Adult son for his birthday this week and my daughter already said she wants one for her b-day. We are telling everyone about it. haha

[@chloeallemang8353]

So what should I use for my neck?

[@tlukins]

I learn a lot from Bob & Brads KZbin posts

[@BobandBrad]

Great to hear, happy to help :)

[@MilkToBread]

The "U" attachment says use for neck shoulders and spine in the manual....

[@paularegil9013]

Love your videos! Super helpful!

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you!

[@melodythemassagetherapist6957]

YES!!! Now is all you have!! LOVE IT!! Need to watch your massage gun video!! Happy week to you both! 😎

[@BobandBrad]

happy week to you as well :)

[@melodythemassagetherapist6957]

@@BobandBrad it’s been a super week!!

[@esterbright1477]

I love your massage small gun .since i started using it in my legs and glúteos the cramps are gone.thank you very much 😊 ❤

[@zoeygould6093]

Holding vibrating equipment for an extended period of time can also damage the nerves in your hands, causing a condition called "white finger." This is common with vibrating construction equipment. Make sure you take breaks and don't hold the massager too long.

[@JamesPawson]

No abs at all?? I occasionally get brutal spasms/cramps in my upper abdominal muscles... I actually just bought a Bob and Brad T2 to help with this (and other areas.)

[@BobandBrad]

As long as you're keeping it on your muscle area and low speed with a lighter head like the air cushion head.

[@MS-_-4891]

Thank you

[@BobandBrad]

You're welcome

[@andrewc1097]

What about using on knot near shoulder blade?

[@Dawg-Coin-Lover]

This was very detailed. Thanks

[@CrimFerret]

So0mething else. A lot of people think the highest setting is the best to use. Often a lower setting will give better relief over a larger area even if it takes longer. I find the high settings on some of these more painful than helpful. I want the muscles to relax of their own accord, not be beaten into submission.

[@davidreeves3396]

Received the T2 today. Legit high quality piece

[@tealatata]

what about the Psoas Muscle?

[@DGLaserCraft]

Thanks, guys - just found you. Great information - Dave.

[@HH-gv8mx]

Oh no I always use my massage gun on my neck! My shoulders and neck hurt all the time. My grandmother bought me a heated Triducna back and neck wrap around massager. It did a pretty good job of alleviating the pain in my neck and shoulders, but I only got to use it a handful of times before the Plastic massage apparatus broke through the mesh, twisted up into my hair. I had a handful of hair twisted up in that massage machine that I had to cut to get the massager off of my head. I feel badly that she spent $60 on that thing that I only got to use a few times. unfortunately, the company doesn’t have a phone number listed, which is not a good sign. I emailed them and I’m waiting to hear back..

[@briannanickson6656]

Thank you so much!

[@moyaalysia]

Which podcast was mentioned? I looked but am not sure of the name so don’t know what I am looking for. Which one is about fascia? Thanks!

[@andrewcunningham8873]

I just use the ball and turn it sideways. More like vibration rather than a massage. Works great on draining my sinuses.

[@nave94]

So strange they said not to massage the abdomen, but in the user manual for the Bob and Brad T2 it has instructions for the abdomen??

[@gervasbeno5589]

So which parts exactly we can massage !!

[@hcm444]

Leg muscles - quads, lower legs and soles of feet.

[@danger_pig]

What is the risk using on TMJ?

[@tymesho]

How about an old hip replacement area? The bone hurts, but if I could just do the muscles around it I think it would help?

[@maryodonnell5760]

Have you guys covered any adjuncts for folks who are told to use one of those prescription artery squeezing machines for 3 months 'then see if limb still needs amputation' - because it seems there's a lot could be done and they are relying only on one thing [for folks who have a clot] and also there can be at least a two week delay before a machine becomes available in my country. They are to spend 3 hours twice a day on them, but would have thought many other adjuncts possible??

[@caryrodda]

Thanks, this is good info.

[@BobandBrad]

You're welcome

[@SJF15]

Was using mine for my achilles tendonitis, when I hit my heel bone.. Boy did it hurt!

[@robyn3349]

Love the massage gun I got from you. Great advice, thank you!

[@BobandBrad]

Happy to hear it!

[@yaagul]

Thanks guys u guys are fire and fun great vibes

[@ro7an636]

What to do now? I have used it on my neck and after a few days, it hurts. My upper traps hurt, i feel like my posture is hunched all the time

[@paulthomas333]

#suggestion My PT is having me do suction cupping around the hip replacement, instead of a massage gun. Where else might it be useful?

[@susovan97]

Hello and thank you for your informative video! Is it okay to use the massage gun below the feet? TIA!

[@PoshCurvesUnlimited]

I just had knee replacement and on my surgeon's list was a massage gun. I'm so confused as to whether or not to get one now.

[@chamoochannel4895]

Bob and Shaun the best

[@pjj9491]

1 month ago i badly injured myself...soft tissue onlu...not in the atlas c1 or c2...

[@bloodmooncomix457]

I love this intro!🖐️🤣

[@Mayolita2810]

I have heel and ankle pain and very tight calves. Is it safe to use on those areas?

[@thatboi5137]

I used the fork shaped literally on my neck,and have been facing pain in my neck for the past 3 months,any advise

[@randyheiser5367]

I bought the Q2 mini, it's amazing.

[@BobandBrad]

Great to hear! Bob

[@angelmartin308]

I went to a chiropractor last Thursday and he used the gun on my neck spinal chord I had a headache the rest of the day and felt like my eyes were about to pop out if my head… I wondered why he would do that? I’ve been researching the theragun/massage gun and everything I’ve read and your video says stay away from the bones???🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️ I’m so upset that he did that I’m not going back or I might give him call and have a serious talk with him….

[@hcm444]

Lots of chiropractors are dangerous.

[@royksk]

I was thinking of getting one of these - not now though. I have various long term ailments the worst one being Post Polio Syndrome which is a degenerative disease. I’ve lost a lot of muscle and have skin like tissue paper on my arms. Good advice as always from Bob and Brad; thanks lads.

[@ellerj641]

I don't have a bullet gun, just one of those massage guns that only vibrates. Do the same rules apply? It does vibrate pretty strongly. I use it on the side of my neck and shoulder to relieve the chronic pain I have there. Sometimes I do get the base of my skull which is really uncomfortable as it feels like my skull is getting rattled around. I have noticed the past two nights a really weird ringing in my right ear after I'm done. I'm deaf and already have tinnitus, but it's usually a steady long beep/whistle sound. After I massage my neck, it sounds like a tech machine that's messing up and making weird tech noises. It goes away eventually, but it does concern me. I want to stop using my massage gun just in case, but when the chronic pain causes migraines, numbness and tingling and weakness down the shoulder and arm, and just lots of pain, any form of relief is heaven. (FYI I have a tear in my C6/7 disc which is where all the pain and symptoms originate from. But massaging the side of my neck and shoulder relieves the symptoms so I can function.)

[@sashabell4700]

I’m scared now.

[@bella-bee]

Mentioned not using over cancer. So include moles

[@cz1mmt]

Very good information. Under the heading TMI...I had an ah-ha moment been using a massager on the prostrate on low for short time with good results. I also have undiagnosed dupuytren's have reduced the nodules size and symptoms by over 50% in 3 months a minute or two a day. Your thoughts.

[@SonnyVu-d8n]

So what to do if you now screw up your neck arteries from massage gun and tingling nerve ice or let it heal

[@paulacoyle5685]

Speaking from experience, massage guns too close to the spine make my head feel like it’s going to explode… too much vibration too high frequency and amplitude. You guys should invent one that has a low frequency impulse like the chiropractic IQ impulse tool and a softer massage tip. That would be awesome for home massage therapy.

[@danniimcc]

I have dysautonomia and have been using my massage gun to help with hiccups and burps, can you elaborate as to why you wouldn't use one on the abdomen? Is it to prevent twisted/bruised organs?

[@HyperCircle]

Definitely avoid the carotid arteries.

[@barehope]

Your channel has definitely been very helpful as a 36 year old stroke survivor

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you for saying that, we are happy to help

[@KH-pi7pl]

Do not use on neck. A family member died after doing this from a huge brain bleed which I believe was caused by a carotid dissection.

[@BobandBrad]

Sorry to hear that. We agree not to use it on the neck.

[@rosielas665]

I use the round one on my heel spur. Is that okay

[@burnsmac4187]

Can I use it on the top of my foot? I've been dealing with foot pain.

[@BobandBrad]

That's a bony part of your foot so if you do, use it on the lowest level and a relatively lighter massage gun