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How To Use Your Massage Gun - The Ultimate Guide To Percussive Therapy

So you decided to buy a new physion massage gun. But you don't have any idea what to do with the thing. With so many attachments available and different speed settings, it's easy for you to feel that you don’t get the most out of your massage gun. This guide is for everyone, whether you're new or experienced.



While most users are comfortable using massage guns correctly, they do have some difficulties. Most massage guns, like theragun, can provide relief through percussive therapies. This stimulates blood flow in a target area to decrease inflammation and reduce muscle knots. Inexperienced massage gun users can experience more muscle damage and bruise due to their rapid speed. We've listed some common mistakes made by newbies when using a handheld physion massage gun, and how you can avoid them below.

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How To Use Your Massage Gun - The Ultimate Guide To Percussive Therapy

Mistake1: Don't Put It On Before Turning It Off

This could cause shock to your muscles and possibly more soreness. Instead, turn on your massage guns before applying them to the skin.

Make 2: You Are Pounding Your Muscles At The Fastest Speed

you will notice a spike in blood circulation to the target area if you increase your speed. This can lead to pain, muscle inflammation, and micro tear. Percussive therapy is not a one-size-fits-all approach. Let your muscles warm up first, then slowly increase speed.

Mistake 3: Flexing Your Muscles

Tensing up with a massage wand is like trying to punch a brick wall. It will result in bruising and you won’t feel relaxed. Relax your body, it is worth it.

Mistake 4 - Not Giving Your Muscles Enough Rest To Heal

Avoid reaching for your massager right after a workout. It can lead to muscle soreness that is not immediately apparent. You should wait for the gun to cool down for at least a few hours before applying it to your muscles. A doctor must be consulted before you can use the physion massage gun on muscles sprains, strains, and inflammation-related injuries.

Mistake 5: Overly Focusing On One Thing For Too Long

You can get sore muscles from the constant static pressure of the massage gun. The best way to use a masseuse is to gently glide it over your muscle tissue.

  • Go Deeper

Now that we have an understanding of the basics, we can get on to the details about choosing the right attachments. There are many attachments for physion massage gun that have different shapes and firmnesses. These attachments can target specific areas of your body.

  • Using Your Massage Gun For Post Work Out Recovery

The wedge attachment works well for post-workout recovery. You can use it to scrape or flush tight it bands and shoulders. It can reduce the amount of muscle fatigue and lactic acid. The muscle gun can be used to massage sore muscles within a matter of minutes after you finish working out.

  • Using Your Massage Gun For Better Sleep

After a long day, you can relax and feel calmer by massaging your arms, glutes, and legs for 2 min each. This will improve sleep quality because your nervous system is downregulated. It stimulates and then relaxes, which brings your body back in balance.

  • Using Your Massage Gun For Pre Work Out Muscle Activation

your muscles can be activated by using a massage gun before your workout. This will increase your range of motion and stimulate your muscles. This increases blood flow to your muscles and decreases the risk of injury. Your muscle gun should be placed on all major muscle groups 30 seconds each before you start to exercise to stimulate circulation and activate your muscles.

  • Using Your Massage Gun For Treating Cellulite

Percussive therapy does not cure cellulite. It can however reduce its appearance of it by draining excess body fluid from the skin and improving circulation. Use your massage guns to gently pinch your skin. Use the physion massage gun to continue working on the target area. Repeating this routine will help restore the skin's firmness, tightness, and texture.

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