How To Use A Massage Gun - Risks, Benefits, Best Settings

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

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[@giannisfysakis9563]

Thank you the two most important and unique information most don't know is that we need 48 hours between sessions and to avoid higher frequencyies if we are thin..

[@supernovaman]

I just bought the massage gun and try to find how to use it properly. Saw your video was very useful. Thanks for sharing.

[@HA-kw7vq]

All so confusing - just saw a video on Theragun saying you can use gently on front and back of Hands - now you have just said you can’t! so many people on social media with one saying do this and another saying no do that 😏 easy to just listen to what works for you

[@sandrajournois4292]

I love the research work that you've done leading to filming this video. Thank you for making all the information available to us and easy to understand. Much appreciated ! :)

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You are welcome!

[@EmmeChatterton]

Straightforward, to the point, informative, useful, and comprehensive - great video, thanks for sharing this

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching!

[@ashhhton]

One of the most educational videos on this topic. Thanks

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@113dmg9]

What extremely helpful information this is. I'm just thinking of all the people who order these massage guns, and use them without knowledge of what to do and what not to do. That's scary.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@saltychristian2528]

Thanks for the tendon healing advice. My right forearm tendon finally completely healed after 2 years.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@SEMBANGBASIKALISFREE]

Thank you for your advice. Unfortunately, I'd used the massage gun on my neck & shoulder area before I found your video.

[@helenemasour9256]

Thank you so much. I have done everything wrong today when I bought my massage gun. I mostly hoped to deal with plantar fascitis, but listening to you, I better return it. I had schock wave therapy, which is supposed to help with this condition (it did not but I thought maybe I did not have enough?), so I bought the massage gun... I had every therapy in the world and nothing helps.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

If you use the massage gun in a sensible way, it might actually be good - it is only if you go crazy with it that it can cause trouble.

[@gustavcarlsson6090]

I found this very useful and informative. Thanks Also, I have had the good fortune of being treated by sevaral physio and rehab people from SA and they have been great. Your training over there must be awesome. It stands out here in New Zealand

[@gigihhalim]

thank you for this comprehensive video My grandmother is 90+ years of age. She has a really bad scoliosis. Bed time is our worst nightmare; she can barely sleep mostly due to the pain she endures at her right lower back. She always wants somebody to massage her lower back or simply her calf muscles. Who does have the energy to massage someone 8 hours a day at night? So I'm considering to use it on her. it's simply to enable her to sleep without us getting annoyed every time she asks for a massage. The questions are; 1.) is it okay to use it on elderly on a daily basis? we might use it at low frequencies just so she can feel the massage and be able to sleep at night 2.) is it a good idea to use it ON HER RIGHT LOWER BACK ; the part where the scoliosis takes place? hope this questions find you well. good luck for the channel!

[@pratikjain134]

Thank you for such a detailed informative video. It's everything that I ever wanted to know about massage guns usage.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@JibbaJabber]

Thank you M. This is excellent. Cutting through the 'trendiness' with some sound insight - might have just save a few people from themselves on this. 👍💪

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're very welcome!

[@nailaiqbal4580]

Please do a demonstration for this

[@jessiewaldman9485]

This was very helpful and practical thank you

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@amitev]

An awesome video. Thanks for all the useful information. I got such a gun as a gift and wanted to learn more before using it. I have questions regarding the massage guns: The traps, scapula and the neck were not mentioned. I am getting very stiff in this area. Is it safe to use it there? How long after a heavy training can I use the message gun on the trained area?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Hi @amitev - It was easier to answer this in a short: kzbin.infoXg0ZK7QTrOM?feature=share

[@amitev]

@@SportsInjuryPhysio thank you very much for the great answer!

[@the_notorious_bas]

Excellent explanation, much appreciated.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You are welcome!

[@deemclintock796]

Both my sister and I have a lot of pain in our feet especially after a day on our feet. She loved her Theragun to relieve her pain and bought me one for Xmas. Now I am worried to use it on the so,es of my feet.

[@giannisfysakis9563]

Make sure you watch the video and go get an opinion from an expert.. don't just blindly massage gun your self all the time!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

It should be OK as long as you use it on the bottom of the foot, a low setting and only spend about a minute with gentle pressure.

[@deemclintock796]

@@SportsInjuryPhysio thanks for taking to give me feedback 😀

[@negomi340]

With regard to chronic conditions that cause cells to be damaged more easily, I think another one is Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, which I have. So thanks for helping me to realise that I shouldn't be using one! Very useful video

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for the info

[@keshahutcherson6158]

Would sarcoidosis be a chronic disease that should avoid

[@pimpmyride7278]

At this point I’m giving mine to charity.

[@teimelv]

Same

[@phoenix2op661]

Give that charity to me

[@kevinmurray9790]

😂😂😂😂😂🤣

[@evafigarova4348]

This video is really helpful thank you

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@darrenwayne8263]

Is it okay on lower abdominal muscles, pelvic floor area, for a male? On light to medium setting, seems ok. Theragun mini 2 looks really good to invest in, proper percussive therapy, not just massage and vibration.

[@sofreg3339]

I used my massage gun on my whole head and face and neck and it was a very pleasurable feeling and I almost can describe it as a Face-and Head-Gasm. That's of course while using it gently and with the sponge massage head. I doubt that this could be negative but very relaxing. But maybe some people could not enjoy it or support it.

[@JEwisethinkers]

Just bought mine to use after my workouts.

[@MusicYoutube-s5u]

Hi doc, may I ask is it okay to use a massage gun to a hand? But I feel that my muscles on my hand become smaller Thank you

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

It should be OK to use gently on the inside of the hand but I would avoid the areas that don't have a lot of muscle - I do discuss this in the video.

[@SnakeAndTurtleQigong]

Wonderful, thank you!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Our pleasure!

[@murraybrown3137]

You mentioned it could cause problems if you have kidney disease, but I can't see the study. Could you please post the study. Thanks

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

That contraindication is not from any specific study on massage guns because there really isn't enough research available yet - I just listed examples of conditions that can make people vulnerable to getting cell damage more easily because of the systemic effect on the body. And the reason I did that was because there is enough evidence that massage guns can cause cell damage even in healthy individuals who don't have a systemic condition. The only study so far to show systemic conditions may be a problem is the one that reported a case of rhabdomyolysis in a person with iron deficiency: Chen, J., et al. (2021). "Rhabdomyolysis after the use of percussion massage gun: a case report." Physical Therapy 101(1): pzaa199. You can find all the listed studies in the description - 3 years ago when I made my first video on this subject none of this was yet available, so I hope we will be able to get more direct science backed advice in another 3 from now. But for now, I feel the safest approach is to combined the research from massage guns with evidence from other fields.

[@bentitcombe7385]

I have chronic compartment syndrome, do you think a massage gun would be a good tool to use?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

I don't know - just be careful because you definitely don't want to cause bruising and swelling which can make the compartment syndrome worse.

[@colleenalexsandra-vz2sc]

Hi thank you soo much for that info, do you have any videos how to use or benefit without agrivate the sciatic nerve running from my foot to my sitting bone Or better question how do i know if i aggrivate a nerve?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Here's how you can decide - Signs that you are aggravating the nerve include: 1. Tingling (or funny sensations) or pain increases while you are using it 2. Or the symptoms increase in the 24 hours after using it If neither of this happens, then it is likely OK to do.

[@colleenalexsandra-vz2sc]

@@SportsInjuryPhysio hi thank you very much for this, it makes much more sense now

[@yvonneloureiroestrada-pere94]

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[@kathparkinson6309]

Hi thanks for advice just got mine yesterday great advice I have slept funny got a stiff neck and shoulders can I use it for a couple of minutes and have a stiff calf not sure why can I use it on there ??? Advice would be be much appreciated

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

I do explain this in the video - calves are fine. For necks there are ifs and buts so best to watch the video.

[@xeroxknight]

Very good information! My partner and I used ours to massage our backs after gym sessions but stopped doing it.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing

[@jumonniaz-chittagong-2785]

Thank you coach. Really useful information.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

My pleasure!

[@TrainwithJul]

Very informative thanks🙏

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

My pleasure

[@Olddirtytiger]

Thank you nice and informative 👍

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

My pleasure

[@በትእግስትያልፋል]

Is it good for sciatica nerve pain thanks for your help i just bought it

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

I can't really answer that without assessing you - ask your physio - they are best placed to know what is right for your case of sciatica.

[@viikable]

Great unbiased video!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks!

[@Silverakos.]

is it ok to use before sleep ( like 2-3 hours before )

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

I don't know of any reason not to.

[@gregoryklein1723]

Thanks very informative.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching!

[@murraybrown3137]

I noticed the IT band wasn't mentioned in your diagrams? Is it ok to use it on the IT band?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Yes, that should be fine - just be gentle because it is a pretty sensitive area.

[@Portugal2100]

Thanks for the video. Does a person with herniated disc problem have any benefit to use the massage gun in that exactly spot?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Not really - you can't push the disc back in using it if that is what you're asking.

[@Barney29508]

I have some spasms in my lower back that are taking their time in going after pulling a muscle in my back. Are they any good for this and how do you go about using one for this?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

I can't comment on what is safe for your injury as I haven't assessed you but if it is just muscle spasm then yes, using a massage gun can be useful - I would use the settings I discuss as safe range in the video.

[@sandeepmj2960]

Can this massager be used on lower foot

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Do you mean the bottom of your foot? Then yes, it can - but just not super hard.

[@HA-kw7vq]

I shall follow the manufacturers guideline

[@exntq]

Is it okay to message my calves since there massive cus i play football and they hurt after a session?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Yes, as along as you follow the guidelines and don't go crazy with it.

[@nellieforbes2216]

What if one’s type 2 diabetes is under control? I was thinking of buying the Theragun Mini for my tight IT bands & my calves. Should I not buy it?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You can still use it - it is just about not going crazy with how hard and long you do it for.

[@nellieforbes2216]

@@SportsInjuryPhysioThank you

[@darrenmetcalfe6223]

Where is the section of suitable massage guns to purchase?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

It's in the Description below the video.

[@annenelson8545]

I have CKD is it ok to use the gun as long as I don’t use it over the kidney area?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

I would be cautious because chronic conditions like CKD may make your cells in your body more vulnerable to the strong percussions of the gun. So if you do use it, usa a very light setting but also perhaps check with your doctor before using it.

[@michaell5026]

Great info

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching!

[@dumpy4289]

thanks, having a re-think on my usage habits!

[@mladia]

Not safe on the palms of the hand? Back of the foot? Sole?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

If you use it there it must be super light because there isn't much padding.

[@melanieprice5535]

Thanks so much

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@ed3432]

Also avoid cheap massage guns that overheat and explode😮Finally my go to massager is a used tennis ball I found. Works like a charm to relieve pain and there is no sticker shock.

[@NicholsMax]

i've been using a massage gun for 3 years on and around my neck and face. im terrified now.

[@wilde33]

You should be. Suprised your eyeballs haven’t started bulging from your sockets yet 😅

[@littlepastys]

woah this is very strange, i used my massage gun i got for Christmas today, and now this video comes out😂

[@stinkbrad624]

New fear unlocked 😢

[@kittybluett8887]

Were you looking it up on your computer or did you buy online? I find stuff I’ve been looking up pops up on my KZbin, it seems KZbin is reading my mind but I think it’s bc of information sharing on internet. It’s only a thought.

[@littlepastys]

@kittybluett8887 I'd never searched it up, only asked my parents for it. I followed this page anyway and it came up

[@kittybluett8887]

@@littlepastys there’s your answer, you were following that page.

[@littlepastys]

@kittybluett8887 there's my answer to what😂

[@ghostedyoutuber263]

thank gawd for subtitles

[@BuenvinidaSangalang]

How much

[@manti1923]

I brought a massage gun for my neck and head pain area but I may just send it back...

[@The00723]

Thanks a lot for the information. I won't buy one now certainly. Not trusting myself enough to avoid these problems

[@ujjwalshirpurkar1612]

After watching this I feel like I will die if I use that it’s so scary

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You'll be fine! Just don't go crazy with it.

[@m.s.9396]

She doesn't show how to use it, only textually.

[@nidupbumthap5104]

This lecture is sort of theory rather than practical use of Massage Gun

[@sbartdbarcelona44]

Thank you

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome

[@moniquebrulotte3716]

Sounds like my sister in law..afraid of everything

[@christopherbagley300]

Avoid massaging areas with a healing fracture!

[@ExaltedWarrior]

Who in the hell is using a massage gun on their face?

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Those were my thoughts as well! In the reported cases, the reason was to try and relieve headaches...I guess pain can make you a bit desperate.

[@JibbaJabber]

There are people out there who are desperate, and if not explicitly told, will do anything! Hopefully, all these devices now have clear instructions and warnings.

[@ODessa002]

Well i feel stupid because me😂

[@ExaltedWarrior]

@@ODessa002 I have so many questions, first off, WHY?

[@ExaltedWarrior]

@@upup209 you must have a different kind of massage gun than I do because mine is too powerful to use on bony areas or sensitive areas like the eyes. Do your eyes hurt that bad to use a massage gun?

[@josephtessari1154]

So just don’t use it at all lol

[@wafach1002]

In short u should not use massage guns😅😅

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

I would rather say - Don't go crazy with them!

[@barmitsva6897]

but i we use it twice a week, no harm in that

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

It can be great if you use it in a sensible way.

[@julialarsen]

Very useful, thank you.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad to hear that!