How To Use A Massage Gun For SHOULDER PAIN | Physical Therapist Teaches

Massage guns are all the rage in the DIY/at-home health and healing community. In the last year, we've seen tons of companies develop their own versions of the massage gun. But with their growing popularity, most people still don't completely understand why these percussive instruments even work. Using your massage gun mindfully is having an understanding of what muscles need to be RELEASED and which need to be SIMULATED or ACTIVATED. Using it in the proper direction for the proper muscle is key to seeing a long-term improvement (and not just a short-term relief). Discover the two general rules for using a massage gun and, more specifically, my favorite way to use it on SHOULDER IMPINGEMENTS!
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Not all exercises, suggestions, and recommendations presented here are suitable for everyone and are in no way substitute for medical counseling.
These exercises can result in injury. Any user of this program assumes the risk of injury and holds harmless and releases Dr. Justin Lin and Rehab and Revive Physical Therapy, Inc. from any and all liability in connection with the program and advice herein.
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[@JackCarlson860]

This was excellent and really helped my shoulder feel better almost immediately! I will combine this with additional rehab exercises and stay pain free thanks to you!

[@novice2adroitness804]

I’ve been watching a few videos on shoulder impingement and thought…well let me try these while I watch. Absolutely amazing how the massager used correctly instantly loosened up my shoulder and NO PAIN!!!! I will use this a couple of times a week moving forward. Thank you

[@KarmaZeusBoi]

I’ve needed this exact tutorial so much. Thanks so very much

[@harrijames6228]

I have been struggling for a couple weeks with my left shoulder, followed along and felt better immediately. Appreciate it!!

[@darkhydra6707]

I have purchased the powerboost deep tissue massage gun. It works amazing on my chronic pain areas. I actually can move more freely and got rid of alot of my headaches. I love your videos , funny and informative and thorough! 😉

[@jkeegs1963]

Brilliant first video I've found on shoulder massage with a gun thankyou

[@elliesaurus7245]

Instant relief. Thank you so much.

[@pablosmitty4024]

Crazy how big a difference just stretching muscle makes. Thanks for this!

[@ringheader]

Thank you so much. This is the only video that has helped me address my shoulder issue. Nobody else's has worked, and I watched a bunch of them.

[@starscream2]

Absolutely amazing! I have no words...Dr. Lin you're the best...watched so many videos and no luck...this actually works! Life changing!!

[@maricelaaguilera5451]

I've been looking for something like your video since I bought my percussion gun! Thank you!!!

[@jonboy4601]

Went too heavy or lifted badly at gym about two years ago and my right shoulder has been sore and prone to injury ever since...my wife just got me a massage gun so I'm going to put this into practice... hopefully it helps me out... thanks 👍

[@Oceanlover99]

Excellent thank you! Just got myself a massage gun, and have had shoulder issues, and this helped greatly!

[@matycee]

that little bit of shade toward B&B and DrJ was hilarious... great video instruction. thank you!

[@redmori]

Definitely works. Thank you so much

[@brianhall5806]

Shoutout to Doc for useful video! After following video instructions the first time with massage gun, i slowed down the speed i was moving the massage gun across the areas in the video with a bullet head. I noticed spasming/twicthing as i slowly went across outside forarm, bicep, and top of the shoulder. I kept at it slowly and with same angles and motions talked about in video. Thanks doc!

[@davidnichols7912]

Yes!!! Tried and true. Thanks.

[@expo7112]

You are a life saver!

[@luvncrunch]

I just did it along with you, it made the biggest difference in just the couple minutes. I haven’t felt relief for quite some time. I can now raise my hand over my head now. I seriously can’t believe it helped! Dr. Lin I’m so glad I ran into your video, definitely saving this one ! Thank you so much!!

[@RehabRevive]

You are oh so welcome! We have many other great videos that work all the time!

[@Jaybrigante3]

I just purchased a massage gun(for leg soreness) last week. I have been having shoulder pain off & on for years that would always set my progress back. Your video popped up as a recommend & I’m glad I watched it. It has help me tremendously!!

[@RehabRevive]

You are most welcome. Using the gun mindfully with intention will always be better than just randomly aiming

[@darkhydra6707]

Yes it was pretty cool and informative! Thank you!😏

[@budda24lack7]

Thank you Dr Lin!!!

[@user-wp8cp8gj8s]

Great massage. Thank you for sharing this. And it's really work even after first try.

[@89jmills]

Great video my friend! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@seesee7157]

thank you very much!!!

[@alexangulo2647]

This really worked well for me. I was able to move my arm up high but it caused me a bit of dicomfort. After doing the whole massage i moved my arm up and it was 100% flexible and felt no discomfort at all. Thank you for the video 💪🏽

[@MaxCourington]

very helpful! thank you

[@oceaniadoc5242]

Suffered shoulder pain from bad sleeping habits. Didnt know my chest was also contributing to the pain! Felt relief almost immediately from your instructions. Awesome video. Thanks.

[@edwardhew4984]

Thanks, feel so much better.

[@carlosparodiretail]

What an amazing video, thank you, thank you, thank you

[@alannaperez6084]

… you just helped my shoulder pain that I’ve been dealing with for quite some time! At the beginning of this video I could barely raise my right arm like you did and at the end I’m able to do it with ease 🤯🤯🤯 thank you so much!!! It’s still a work in progress but feeling better than i did before I found your video!

[@errynbooth4363]

Amazing!! Thank you so much! So helpful for my sore shoulder today. Can you please do one for a stiff neck.

[@Redheadedlady55]

Bob & Brad 😊😊😊are my favorite....giving a look at your videos which seem to help also.😊

[@roysamson480]

Thanks,this is going to be a big help😊

[@innerpeacerevolution]

This really loosened me up and gave me more range of motion. I am saving this video so I can do this daily along with the exercises I learned at PT. Any relief from this shoulder impingement is welcome. Thanks so much for this helpful video.

[@valenciajames7264]

🖤🖤🖤🖤 This video REALLY HELPED...thank you

[@GriffinLisuk]

Killing it!

[@paranggamer]

just amazing! my left shoulder is always in pain, I already went to a physical therapist but unfortunately the findings is different from what I expected and didn't relieve any pain. After watching this video, I bought a massage gun and this technique relay lessen the pain I feel. THANK YOU!

[@NaeemKapasi]

Great video, thank you for sharing this. I am going through some major AC joint pain, and doing rehab exercises with the Therabands and the massage gun. Thank you

[@linaarizala2496]

Ty I instantly felt a relief and able to move my shoulder without pain.

[@thecornerlot]

Ahhhhhhhh the relief This helped so much, that k you 🙏🏻

[@cvconnor]

Dude, this really helped.❤

[@Dani-ff5rr]

OMGosh!!! I only have done my left should so far….I forgot what pain-free felt like till now. Thank you !!! Now on to the right shoulder…

[@RehabRevive]

You are welcome. Always ready to biohack

[@ParmesanPapi]

Great video 🙏🏾

[@robertmiller172]

Worked for me. I can barely scratch my back anymore. Used these techniques, and now my arm moves much better. Thank you

[@FriedBacon88]

I have the same massager! I was looking for swimming/diving relief for a small shoulder impingement, coming from someone that has only ever used the soft rubber head for everything on the strongest intensity (usually on my calves, quads, and upper back) and had never used the other 3 plastic heads at all. Swapping out for a more intense massage head each set while keeping the same strength yielded a perfect progression imo by keeping the difficulty on the body roughly the same as the muscles loosened up. Love how cool in temperature it made my non-impinged side feel, and how hot it made the blood flow to my impinged side. I think this video and others like it could benefit greatly by overlaying a picture of the muscle group you are currently targeting. Great video!

[@maryknolljuanata8983]

Thank you Dr. Justin, new subscriber here 😍

[@ComeAlivewithMK]

Okay you got me!!! Haha along with Bob and Brad.. don’t know the other guy so you’re right up there!!! Thanks so much! Going out today to purchase that gun all because of YOU!

[@ahmedmashaly8628]

Very cool thanks 🙏

[@Beetoores]

Great video, would love to see you make a video on loosening hip flexors ty

[@aonutsihasnouith]

It works, and I’ll be looking at more videos to more intelligently use my new massage gun.

[@YersiniaPestisNPO]

Awesome video!!!!!

[@victorylee5381]

Just what I need 😊

[@pyrothighsofficial]

Just got my first gun for shoulder and neck pain. This video was so incredibly helpful! And I had to laugh at the other people you mentioned: I watched one of their videos before this and didn't care for it, so that was funny.

[@RehabRevive]

Glad you enjoyed our massage gun video! Be sure to subscribe if you want to see more of our videos! We appreciate you!

[@octisorganics8684]

That works so good

[@charlottebaker6107]

Great job!

[@RehabRevive]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@robertocofresi-vi5py]

BLESSINGS TO YOU FOR EDUCATING THE WORLD 🌎

[@geecee1895]

wow! that's magical! I purchased a therapy gun after watching this. Just used it for the first time! feels like i have a brand new shoulder!

[@youngmoto936]

As an MMA fighter suffering from shoulder injuries I greatly appreciate the knowledge in this video. My upper body feels so much better

[@RehabRevive]

So glad! We have a whole series of massage gun videos! Hope they help :)

[@sandrahargrave1638]

Definitely helps

[@yhr4052]

@4:50 Found your reference to Bob & Brad and Doctor Jo hilarious!

[@gondwana6303]

I followed along with my massage gun -- worked wonders! No one has ever taught me how to properly use it.

[@pia9343]

I used my old Thumper and it worked for my shoulder impingement! Thank you.

[@RehabRevive]

thats amazing! So happy for you Pia!

[@Geminidreamer1]

It helps me a lot. Just wonder by doing this will cure the pain in the long run

[@michaelgallagher6572]

Love the video how often would u use the Massage gun thanks

[@noahf4642]

Thankyou so much, just saved me from so much arm pain from baseball!

[@mjjpeluso]

Just found this video, and did it for the first time. It works. After 1 session I have much more range of motion in my left arm. I will do this every day now.

[@maytheresamurillo3524]

Thank you for uploading, i have a LGMD and this massager helps a lot ..

[@kieran8145]

I can’t extend my left arm and lock it out in a shoulder press position it really hurts in my shoulder so looking forward to give this a try

[@actionandy4480]

Just came across your video and watched it. After one Rep I can actually lift my arm over my head. I'm going to continue to do this and see where it goes. Having surgery in March but if this helps maybe not!!

[@NathanThePrezPretlow]

Use my hand massager on my shoulders it work I will continue these methods hopefully it can heal both shoulders thanks.

[@SeanMiracle]

Oh shit! This actually works! One session and feeling way better!

[@RehabRevive]

Amazing!

[@meagainandagain5756]

@@RehabRevive Cheap massage. I have to remember to use mine.

[@jc525exc]

Great video & instant results with my shoulder. One suggestion- is a page we could download with the different motions (upward, sideway, etc. ) and muscle groups so we remember what we are hitting each time. Maybe a diagram is easier? I know watching video does all this, but a cheat sheet to review each time would be helpful.

[@RehabRevive]

Great idea. Sadly, we are all tied up but if you've got the free time. We'd love for the community help. Shoot us an email if can make one!

[@fgraper]

Hello I started doing these exercises. Thanks for the information. I just wanted to asked do you have any advice/videos on neck/shoulder issues around the collar. I’m suspecting a pinch nerve however I noticed my issues arise when I wear a shirt/clothes that touch the skin around the collar. Please if you have any advice I would greatly appreciate any assistant with this issue. It’s a bit of an annoying pain/discomfort feeling all day.

[@ZeeshanAli-gp1yd]

It was really helpful. How many times do we gotta use it in a day, for how long? Also does it give you Permanent relief from shoulder impingement

[@clarkarussell]

This was great. One thing I was hoping to see is when I've watched videos of the arm moving up over the head, the top part of the trap stretches as the shoulder blade moves laterally. Or maybe it's the levator scapulae. I thought you would massage gun that too. Because my shoulder blade doesn't move enough I think.

[@lemetamax]

I have this cracking sound in my shoulder when I raise my arm above shoulder level, sometimes the crack comes with an uncomfortable pain. I use my massage gun around my shoulder for a few minutes and immediately after that, if I raise my arm again, it's faster with very little (almost unnoticeable) crack sound without pains at all...but this is only temporal, the cracking sound with some pain returns after about 30 minutes to a few hours...I just started a few hours ago.

[@judemustard]

I just used my massage gun and followed along to this video and already feel some relief of the tightness and pain in my shoulders 😲thank you!

[@mitchellmcallister3980]

Great videos keep them up any tip to help with a crunchy popping neck

[@RehabRevive]

Hi Mitchell! We have a few neck stabilizing exercises on our channel!

[@zeluski]

this was helpful, how often should this be done? daily for 1 min for each muscle group?

[@8milisol]

Would you recommend this for post clavicle surgery after one month? Thanks for the info 🙏🏼

[@StevenGrantCaron-Stills]

Closet thing to real magic I’ve seen for my aged shoulder

[@sr9253]

My shoulder was hurting today when swimming the crawl stroke so this video was perfect. It’s kind of scary how KZbin is reading my brain😮

[@godonehiphop]

Omg thanks bro I don't even have a Massage guns (waiting for the delivery man) and I did it with a tennis ball and my arm feel so much better finally.

[@RehabRevive]

Wow! Great improvisation! We are glad that it could help you!

[@jamessmythe1891]

Great video. If you have some spare time, could you do a video on how to use massage gun to safely activate/simulate the Vegas Nerve which runs from the upper chest down to the belly button. Thanks.

[@headzoeable]

Purchased the Re-Athlete fold and hoping to reduce the chiropractor visits

[@StrideX21]

Do ypu have any videos for pain in the center of my deltoid?

[@hoobakam.3931]

😂wtf! I just did this and no more pain and full range of motion. I keep moving my arm expecting to feel pain but no... it's weird cause I want to flinch my face but don't have too. Been suffering for months and these past 3 to 4 weeks have been bad. Literally waking up with achy pain in my shoulder almost every night. Can't do my job properly either but I push through. This just saved me. Hoping I sleep through the night now. Thank you so much❤

[@asimzaidi8989]

Not gonna lie, I had zero faith going into it.. But this technique worked instantly... Still confused about how it was so effective but for me it worked like magic.

[@cody8057]

3:05 3:37 Inhabit 5:03 Facilitate

[@kraviniekapaligs9562]

Wow

[@dmelotti]

I could hardly move my right arm due to the shoulder impingement. Decided to see what I could due about it and came a crossed your video. So happy I did! After working my shoulder with my massage gun with your directions I am able to move my arm above my head with little pain! Thank you! Hey DrJ. Can you do a video on tennis elbow?

[@RehabRevive]

There are tons of videos on tennis elbow! Just search on our channel please

[@dmelotti]

@@RehabRevive I just checked your channel and didn’t see anything for tennis elbow. I found lots of videos on the subject on u-tube so I will continue looking there. Thanks!

[@jacobhansen3041]

How often should I do it?

[@AshiesDiaries]

is this applicable for rotator cuff tendonitis?

[@Ignaz366]

Had rotator surgery on the left over a year ago. It is always tighter than the right shoulder. I just tried this and wow does this work! Why does this work?

[@ceciliaminas5797]

Good video. Is it OK to use it if I have a supraespinoso full tear. I was diagnosed about it in September 2023. I am 70 years old. Thanks.

[@eliocarrodeguas7120]

Excellent video, i had a AC joint injury recently, i play volleyball and after trying this type of massage my shoulder feels great, but i have a question: is it good idea to do it before a volleyball practice? or a gym training sesion? how often should i try the massage? after every training? i train everyday and gym 3 per week. not sure if its good to abuse of the massage or to do it before the training too. Thanks a lot!

[@PaulanthonyBridge-kt4eg]

What is the best frequency for the gun ???

[@dushyanthmahendran4915]

After a workout do I lengthen or shorten? Or a mix of both? I have cervical spondylosis so after pressing and pushing movements my neck gets stiff and sore.

[@richAsaur]

I would hear pops every time I lifted my arm to test if I had an impingement. After using the massage gun, no pops! Thanks.

[@nuggets003]

Same ! No pops anymore ! So glad u found this video !

[@michael_budda]

I was just going to say, mine doesn’t hurt but I get a pop 😂

[@MrBoomtheroom]

What gun do you recommend?