NEVER Treat These Areas with a Massage Gun!

[@Stumpybear7640]

1. IT band from hip to knee laterally. 2. The greater trochanter bone. 3. Patelofemoral joint. 4. Sciatic notch. 5. Heel bone. You are welcome x

[@janwilson6145]

thank you!

[@johanneshalberstadt3663]

Thanks!

[@danielastoyanov2998]

Thank you!

[@zodwaengels2133]

Thanks a lot

[@curtismichael4703]

Thank you! He was taking all day!

[@jedwards1792]

1 IT Band - do quads and hamstrings and upper glutes instead 2 greater tracantor, outside hip - do glutes instead 3 patella femural joint - do quads instead while seated 4 sciatic notch - do upper glutes instead or legs 5 heel bone - do middle f foot instead or calf

[@rondaschafer2656]

Thank you!

[@WrenKainIV]

So basically it's an ass gun 😂

[@palomavano4705]

I wish I had seen this video a few weeks ago. I injured my sciatic nerve badly and had to undergo an MRI due to unbearable pain. The pressure of the treatment seemed effective at first, but later it caused me a lot of pain. Thank you for this informative video. I am truly interested in your channel and will keep following it.

[@hollish196]

First, I am so sorry you ended up in more pain and lots of medical carry-on! Love Will's videos because they are so useful and so clear! You might want to seriously consider buying the book. I just got mine, and am very happy to have a print version of much of the information he uses to underlie his videos. Lots of exercises, too!

[@MrsCrazyrange]

What was causing it? I am in bits with sciatica at the moment. Also waiting on MRI results.

[@HT-Physio]

I'm so sorry to hear about your injury and the pain the pressure gun caused - I hope my video can help to prevent further issues as the result of pressure gun use to help you avoid pain - I wish you all the best in your recovery also!

[@HT-Physio]

@@hollish196 hi there - I just wanted to say a big thank you for purchasing my book - it is great to hear you have found it helpful! Wishing you all the best :)

[@fredigoettler8073]

Great information. Would you consider making a video on how to best use a massage gun, what heads to use, what general principles to consider, etc.

[@HT-Physio]

Hi there - thank you for your suggestion I will add it to my list of future video recommendations!

[@greggmcgivern1141]

What tips to use where would be great.

[@darylwardsnyder4406]

Thanks for your guidance! I’m 63, in good health, except I have plantar fasciitis. I was just about to treat my heel with my massage gun. So glad I watched your video first.

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased I could offer timely guidance on the topic!

[@gypsyluv1118]

Wow lucky for you you came across this video! Hope your PF is better today!!

[@joyfromillinois1099]

Six - add the neck - on the sides and front especially! And seven - face? I can't even imagine anyone doing that, and I hope people will avoid injuring themselves! Love your videos - very, very informative!

[@angelsjoker8190]

Probably anything above the shoulders. I guess if you use it on your head, it could easily lead to a concussion.

[@gypsyluv1118]

@@angelsjoker8190 LOL. At first i thought he was going to say don't do the eyeballs!

[@jamessmythe1891]

Yep, great video. I understand that At high speeds it could damage your capillaries, the tiny blood vessels present everywhere in your body. But at low speed equivalent to soft tapping with finger tips should be safe ?

[@ufcfan3940]

Bounce of your face

[@mariakern6793]

that is not that easy, there are muscles in these areas and sometimes it does work, to use gut, but know exactly where and with what pressure and heads.

[@newbeginnings4848]

I am suffering with sciatica at the moment and after watching a few of your videos and finding them very helpful I subscribed. Thanks

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you for subscribing I'm so pleased my videos can offer some guidance and support!

[@janloftness]

Bob and Brad also have a video about places not to use the gun including the neck, head and jaw. Everyone should watch that video if they use this thing (I have one). But this is good info too. Thanks!!

[@gypsyluv1118]

I love Bob and Brad! I want to get their foot massager.

[@bellestaysfit]

They recommend massaging the IT band

[@eloiseramos8876]

Thank you I just learned why my pain never goes away

[@HT-Physio]

Pleased my video has been able to shed some light on your experience!

[@phillipnorrod2037]

I definitely have used mine on my heel cause of plantar fasciitis that I’ve dealing with for a few months. Won’t be doing it anymore. Thanks

[@michaelm4597]

It depends on what massage gun accessory used. I use it for sciatica and my IT band. Makes it feel sooo much better and heal a lot faster. I press gently against areas needed and keep it on the lowest setting. Only use for 10min at a time. This has to be used in conjunction with physical therapy.

[@judyrobertson9479]

The shoulder. Lots of bones and after PT used the gun my shoulder hurts frequently. Never had any discomfort before. Kind of lost trust in therapists

[@edithnell227]

I don't risk going to any therapist now, after going in with a sore back and coming away with a vertebral compression fracture. I think now that older people should be checked out for bone density before any form of treatment. He didn't use a gun. Just too heavy handed.

[@lisadaniels362]

I love all of your videos Will! You're doing a wonderful job explaining as well as educating all of us. I am an LMT of 17 years in Florida and am 62 years old, I find your videos very beneficial, as well as guiding me to safely use free weights!

[@kendylhoudyshell1399]

Great share Will, very helpful ❤

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you!

[@KathyBGood]

hi Will, you help us so much -thank you! I learned new info here today, so that's good. Thought I read or saw not to use massage gun on neck because of lymph nodes, is that right? Thanks again for the videos. I find your teaching style to be so helpful.

[@kathparkinson6309]

Thanks so helpful looking forward to using mine now appreciate your time to make this

[@michaelwhite2600]

Love all your videos. So informative and helpful . Thank you!

[@HT-Physio]

Always happy to be of help!

[@eveywrens]

Appreciate the recommendation. I got the Bob and Brad massage gun. This video is very helpful as I wanted to be sure to use it correctly and not cause further injury.

[@rubiccube8953]

66 years old. Two weeks ago I had a very sharp pain at the sciatic notch after a 1 1/2 hr drive . The following day it was worse . Just took codeine and a NSAID . The next day I loss all power to my right leg quadriceps . No numbness no pain down the leg. I fell over 5 times before I realised what had happened. Went back to hospital MRI showed L4 L 5 bulge . Very slowly I began to get power back in the quad 1 kg lift 2 day 2 Kg lift day 3-6, 4 Kg lift day 7- 1O, 6 Kg 11 -14. Intially I was trying to lift the all whole leg but after watching one of your videos realised that I could irritate the nerve. The pain from the sciatic notch is now migrated to the spine and knee. I now can walk up up stairs once a day using the weak leg. I am being very cautious tried to get detailed advice how to physio therapy the condition with no joy. Lucky I’m retired so have just been very careful and avoided Mackenzie exercise at this stage and only easy going non painful movements like cat cow, balance on one knee and opposite arm facing down , and walking slowly until pain intensifies often throughout the day.

[@puttyc]

Super helpful video Will!! Thank you!! It would also be very helpful if you did a video on where to safely use a massage gun around neck, shoulder, and back!Keep up the great work. I’m passing on your KZbins to my 50+ friends and family. They all appreciate your work!!

[@HT-Physio]

Hi there - thank you for your comment I have added it to my list of future video recommendations! Thank you for sharing my work as well, it really helps me to continue doing what I'm doing!

[@vintagelaidbackhippie465]

Fantastic video! I have made 3 of these mistakes! Thank you ✌️❤️🙏✝️

[@HT-Physio]

Pleased I could be of help!

[@LibbyzLibby]

Could you do a dedicated video on massage gun and relieving tension in neck and shoulders please. I'm also struggling with sciatica so your advice here was greatly appreciated.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you for your comment - I've added your suggestion to my list of future video recommendations!

[@c70chris]

Hi Will! Hamstring stretches are what healed my PF and they keep it away. A friend told me she had a special PF massage done that focused on the hamstrings so I just did the same with my stretching and it immediately helped! Just wanted to share my experience. Thanks so much for all you do!!

[@macelven]

I have a B&B gun too, I've been using it on a tight IT band and my hip! This has pointed me in the right direction. I'm now onto the glutes instead.

[@HT-Physio]

Happy my video could offer safe guidance!

[@roots2gotv]

So glad I came across your video. I just bought my deep percussion massager and was about to use on 4 of the 5 areas you showed😮🤦🏽‍♀️ Thank you for this information bc the pamphlet only really highlights avoiding the neck.

[@HT-Physio]

I'm pleased my video came at the right time for you! I also have the following video with my recommendations for the best areas to treat, which may be of interest :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqKwdXucipqUrZo

[@allanfromm]

Just to add an exclamation mark to not using gun on your neck. I was at the Consumer Electronics Show in January and an exhibitor was showing a massage gun to the bystanders and without asking me, held it against my neck. In less than a second i became disoriented and started to crumple to the floor. I reacted fast enough to push her hand away and caught myself from falling.

[@zlatanjusanovic7424]

Great video. These are some excellent tips summarized in a short video in which, in addition to the tips, I learn something new. At first I wanted to check about the massage gun, but now I'm interested in - how you got rid of plantar fascitis? I struggle with the same everyday and I just haven't tried expensive footwear like cole haan sneakers and shoes yet.. Thanks and greetings from Bihac, BiH🇧🇦

[@annashiegl]

Thank you, very useful. I have a similar massage gun.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you - I hope my video can offer some guidance on how to use it safely!

[@juliefarrow4361]

Very helpful information as always thank you Will.

[@HT-Physio]

Very happy to help :)

[@brettshapiro6289]

Nice video. Pretty sure you do want to hit the IT bands. There can be trigger points and sticky fascia. Also, targeting tendons are good if you've got scar tissue. there

[@cesarramos7136]

I used it on my heel and the foot pain I had for over 2 years went away within a week.

[@chivajones1401]

This is a great video, a couple of weeks ago I was in the emergency room with a horrible IT pain, they could not tell me what it was, even after X-rays, send me home with pills. Now I know what it was. Thank you Will.

[@HT-Physio]

I'm sorry to hear about the pain you were experiencing - I'm glad my video has been able to shed some light on what you were experiencing!

[@maryliz69]

Hi Will, I have a question about a tens unit. I have sciatica down the front of my leg from my groin to my ankle. My kneecap is always hurting. Should I put the tens unit directly on the kneecap or should I put it above the kneecap?

[@lunarbloom3587]

Hi I have bilateral Achilles tendinitis & bursitis - I presume that’s a no go for massage gun also?

[@RainOfAshes]

Thank you. Thanks to you I learned I have something called plantar fasciitis and I now know what to go to my doctor for, and what I can (and can't) do to help it at home. Thank you! (My heel has been hurting so much for a while now, especially as you described it)

[@HT-Physio]

I'm so pleased I was able to shed some light on what you were experiencing so that you can access the appropriate support - I'm wishing you all the best in your treatment!

[@pbshepherding47]

Wish i would of seen this before i used the high power massager my daughter sent me. Ive had two hip replacements and my hips were sore so i used the gun on the hip joint. Three months later and lots of intense pain later I am finally coming back. The pain went all over my right nigh my back and gluetes. Yes, now I have some favorite things i used. Mostly had to use Tylenol and ibuprofen ick!!!

[@HT-Physio]

I'm sorry to hear about the injury you experienced from your massage gun - I'm pleased the pain is slowly subsiding and I hope my video has been able to clarify how to use the massager safely to prevent further injury!

[@AussieWinter]

Thanks for explaining WHY. I'm the type of person who will do something anyway if I don't understand WHY I shouldn't. 😅🤦‍♀️😂 I'm very cautious using my massage gun around my spine & neck, too. Of course, I avoid bones, but I'm not entirely sure whether or not I need to be so cautious. I'd love to learn more. (Maybe that's something that I should be asking a chiropractor?)

[@jeppi2983]

What about neck and shoulders? Safe? And regaeding potential artery damage?

[@johnm8261]

How long do you recommend to use the gun in the same area? And, How often would you use it if you have the problems you comment? Like every day or every other day? Thank you!

[@marietterenaud1577]

Wonderful information to work on along with all your sessions

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased my videos can offer additional support!

[@bridgetkirby3246]

I was advised to get for neck pain -it arrived today and I used on my neck and I’m now watching this video telling me not to use on neck!

[@timb8095]

Always been told not to use a massage gun on the neck, true?

[@sonjamin2001]

GREAT information! Thank you! What do you feel about using form rollers in those areas, such as the IT band and sciatica notch?

[@ADNZ35]

Great info, always have trouble with IT tightness

[@Wirenutby]

I would think all the areas you show to use it would help after a total hip replacement, 8 weeks now, where a tight IT band is occurring.

[@erikriza7165]

This is great to know. i have one of those guns. I think i have done the wrong place a time or two. Now i will know better.

[@HT-Physio]

Happy my video could offer guidance to help you enjoy your massage gun safely!

[@kati-ana]

Well I've learned a lot today. Thank you. In fact I was recently considering purchasing a more powerful gun for my IT Band and my feet. My IT Band is so tender so I use the gun on it, wow, who knew. My feet do not hurt I just like the way the gun feels of my heels and toes lol. Thankful I haven't harmed anything. I use the gun on my dogs pads and belly too thinking it's relaxing him, now I'm worried I've only been harming him.

[@SnartNik]

Thank you for alerting about the IT band. Who would have known.

[@MariaPergjegjaj]

Hi, can you please tell me when these massage mechanisms are sold, why do they not come with medical precautions and advice on where to and where not to use this massage device. Thankyou so much for educating us all with how to correctly use this drvice, saving ourselves from causing further pain, kind regards

[@cassie1dueces]

It comes with a manual which will tell you no bony areas like neck feel hands or near your shoulder areas to avoid injuries and the rest well he’s explaining well

[@robinpayton8242]

This was a fantastic educational video. I got a massage gun for Christmas, and I was definitely using it incorrectly! Thank you!

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased my video can offer some guidance to make sure you can get the most out of your massage gun in the safest way possible!

[@dinnes3375]

Thanks! Another excellent video. Great suggestions so well explained, ❤

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much :)

[@simev500]

Keep the massage gun off ALL tendons to prevent unnecessary soreness. Only works for more meatier muscle not ligamentous tendon attachments. Good to know.👍. Have been putting off using my mechanical massager on the Sciatic Notch for one reason or another. Would have found out the hard way that targeting that same spot would've been a mistakes. Thanks for the warning.

[@jeffmerheb3182]

Nice informative video! What about costochondritis or slipping rib, can we safely use the massage gun on the painful part?

[@wendyw5776]

How about the upper neck, which I thought you were going to mention. I get a lot of pain in the splenius muscles. Thanks.

[@vascoemyer]

As always informative content, thank you for taking the time your expertise and empathy is very appreciated. Good fortune and happy circumstance attend you, greetings from Melbourne Australia

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you for your kind words - I'm pleased I'm able to reach people all over the world that I would be able to support without KZbin!

[@lyndasoar4345]

I psched that massager after a previous utube vid you did. Never used it on anything other than as directed in ur vid. Am v surprised to learn(& v appreciative of the explanation/suggested alternative body areas TO massage) that there are some 'no massage spots'... Thank you for pointing these out.

[@HT-Physio]

Absolutely - I plan on doing future videos with more information about massage gun usage, so I hope they can offer further guidance as well!

[@secretshaman189]

Wonderful information, thank-you so much for sharing! Very clear and easy to understand.

[@marthagSC]

Thanks! Any thoughts about treating the trapezius muscles and staying away from the vertebrae?

[@MusicYoutube-s5u]

Hi doc, may I ask I had a severe impact on my hand esp on palm near thumb muscles (thenar eminence) and til now it still hurts on the area where it gets hit hard and I feel muscle tightness Is it helpful to use a massage gun on it? Thank you doc What treatment can help? Thank you

[@adebisimoses2334]

What is the name of the massage gun wanna get one

[@mariamedina624]

Thank you I been doing it all wrong all this time

[@TheAnonyy]

Should have used light coloured shorts we can't see the areas you at working

[@Dim2471]

Thank you very much for another useful video!I am actually about to buy a massage gun for my"nice"cervical syndrome...I'd appreciate if you let me know how to use it in order to treat this problem.Thank you in advance!

[@HT-Physio]

Hi there - thank you for your comment, I've added the suggestion for more massage gun videos to my list of future video suggestions!

[@Dim2471]

@@HT-PhysioThank you very much once more!I'll keep watching your videos!

[@aigul5881]

Is a massage gun the same as the one used in the shockwave therapy?

[@mariemeyer6852]

Thank you for your video! I have this massage gun and use it daily. Could you do a video on easing tail bone pain? Great video! You are a good teacher.

[@pamelawijnberg3251]

Thanks so much for this ! I just discovered your channel. Yay ❤

[@cmloz8]

Don't forget behind the knee!! My chiropractor routinely massaged the back of my legs, including behind the knee, but one time he pressed quite hard and it really messed my leg up and l couldn't even walk properly. It took a month or more to walk well, and now, 2 yrs later, when l exercise, I can feel the area is still damaged!

[@gemmafalgie6007]

You forgot the back of the neck..base of the skull. I heard it can cause stroke

[@Khannajmah]

Y

[@HargreavesJ]

Cheers. I love using the gun on my foot arch, feels good. Aand have been guilty of using it on my heal by default. Stopped now. Thanks again.

[@HT-Physio]

Happy my video could offer guidance to help you enjoy your massage gun safely!

[@HargreavesJ]

@@HT-Physio indeed, I’ve learnt a lot, thank you for all your videos.

[@dorothybrasch2165]

Is that dangerous for people who have varicose veins and venious insufficiency?

[@mariakern6793]

thank you very much for detailed and understandable explanation. I did know about never treat the bone parts, but to have more information, why - and especially, what to treat instead, to release the pain --- helps a lot )

[@gypsyluv1118]

Great and informative video! Thanks!

[@HT-Physio]

More than happy to help!

[@normabauman6509]

Oh boy. I’ve been using my massage gun all wrong for my sciatica!! Thank you for the informative video!

[@HT-Physio]

Happy my video could offer guidance to help you enjoy your massage gun safely!

[@pegboydscrafty]

Thanks I have sciatica and have been using a massager in the sciatic notch no wonder it’s not getting better

[@HT-Physio]

Pleased my video could shed some light on what you are experiencing!

[@nickmcconnell1291]

Hey thanks a lot! I have that very massage gun and it's great! Good price and highly recommended!

[@HT-Physio]

Glad to hear you find it useful!

[@Marilyn-yy1eb]

Can you use a massage gun or fibrator platform I’d you have a pacemaker

[@thow5836]

This is brill! Thanks Will!

[@HT-Physio]

Happy to help!

[@angusmorrison9433]

New words for me : IT Band. I was worried it was neuropathy. I’ll start massaging everywhere around it from now on. Hopefully it will give me some relief. Thank you.

[@parvinmalik9203]

Great safety tips for using the massage gun! Thank you!

[@HT-Physio]

Happy to be of help!

[@JMTBFLOW]

I'm really enjoying your content. It would be great if you had any advice on tight forearms, I have been suffering from this for years and I believe it adds to my wrist RSI. Thanks. 😊

[@saintinwaiting9852]

IT band has been found to contain smooth muscle and therefore can respond quickly to massage so I don't agree on this one. It does make sense to work into the other muscles that attach to it too ( quads, hams, TFL,gluts)

[@dlovull1]

I was considering a massage gun but as above knee amputee I have no idea if I could use on my hip pain on the my whole leg which bears all my leg!

[@katenuddlmt]

I am a Licensed Massage Therapist in New York State 🗽 in the United States of America 🇺🇸 when massaging 💆‍♂️ 💆‍♀️ people you avoid a certain area of the neck if you are face up. Behind the knee, the armpits, the funny bone area. You massage gently over joint areas. You have to release the Achilles tendon to help relieve calf and heel pain. I have been doing this work for over 8 years now. And personally I have found to relieve muscle tension work on all the possible muscles that could be causing a specific muscle group to be tight. There are times when I am not able to find someone to personally Massage me. So I use a vibration muscle relief tool on me. Now when you are using this device on yourself be in tune with how you feel in your body. If you apply too much pressure then you will hurt yourself. Have less pressure if you are causing yourself any pain. However there have been times that I have used a vibration muscle tool on my IT band and the surrounding muscles. It did not cause me any pain. I also had to use it on the tensor facia latae muscle lateral hip area. But I made sure to do it in a gentle way with a gentle vibration speed. If it hurts it could be the vibration speed is too intense for what's going on in a certain area. I work at a spa and they have a vibration muscle tool that at the very first level the vibration speed seems way to intense for me. So some people don't like this used on them because they feel that it is way too intense. My advice find a vibration muscle tool that has slower intense vibrations and you or someone else may be able to handle it better. You also might need a massage to loosen up the top tight layers of the muscle first before using a vibration tool. Some times if muscles get way too tight it can cause nerve receptors in a certain area instead of giving a pain sensation a ticklish sensation to the area. I've experienced that one personally myself before. I wanted the vibration muscle too done on me by a licensed massage therapist at work and it was causing me to feel a ticklish sensation when the other person used it on me. But the one I use on myself I have had other people use it on me. It cause me to feel ticklish when someone else used it on me. When I use it myself I am fine. So maybe the other person was applying too much pressure. Because sometimes you need to work over an area more then once. Hit the superficial muscles first, then the next layer of muscles, and then the deep layer of muscles. It feels better that way. That's the principle I use when using this type of device on myself and others. Also I always use these devices on massage therapy clients through the sheet only and on myself through clothes only.

[@sahra4117]

Hi Will! I love Bob and Brad! And I so appreciated these tips - I did use a massage gun in the past and I think I did it on a bony part of the body and it hurt so much I never wanted to use a massage gun again. But after watching your video I now know why it hurt! I tried to use your link to buy it but I guess because I’m in the US it doesn’t work. Your discount code didn’t work also. Wanted to give you credit when I was purchasing it. If there’s a better link or workaround please let me know. Thank you!

[@donmulder8061]

Add the groin. I had a lingering tightness in my inner thigh and groin area so went to a chiropractor who hit me with a massage gun and activator there -- right where my pelvis and groin is. It gave me a hernia. Had to have surgery.

[@HT-Physio]

I'm so sorry you had to go through that!

[@johnanderson3700]

Very helpful & clear. Thanks.

[@HT-Physio]

Happy to help!

[@LJK2159]

Scroll ahead to miss the chatter 1:45

[@jayb3825]

Thank you so much, Will. Love all your videos, so full of information. I have been doing a couple of them wrong! Especially the sciatica notch 😂. I've saved this video so I can refer to it until I am used to doing them correctly. You rock🙏💖

[@HT-Physio]

Happy my video could offer guidance to help you enjoy your massage gun safely! Wishing you all the best :)

[@cathyb6358]

Thank you. I received a massage gun as a gift a few years ago and have been afraid to use it. Can it be used in the area between the neck and shoulders and on the back?

[@peophinprincess]

Can you use it on the calf if you have varicose veins?

[@Verissimus-k6w]

Great! Thanks.

[@SnartNik]

Bob and Brad should link to your videos.

[@carrieb7951]

Massage guns should come with these warnings. So glad I saw this before using mine

[@HT-Physio]

Pleased my video came at the right time!

[@donnae2013]

We wouldn’t read them.

[@akoh2157]

Use common sense : just simply avoid the Nerves & Bones ! Massage the muscles only.

[@magdal01]

Dear Will! If I use the gun do I need to still also use black roll or small ball (prssure)?

[@CoachMeMLD]

Love Bob and Brad!!

[@alklein2189]

I assume the same applies to an infra red massage tool?

[@asmitakane8418]

Super useful video! Thank you so much Will😊👍🏼

[@HT-Physio]

You're always welcome :)

[@2ndviolin]

Watch out for varicose veins.

[@edithnell227]

And bones !