The guide to evidence based percussion massage (massage gun) usage
There are several reviews of trials of the use of vibrating massagers (including percussion massagers). These generally do a good job of... Read Article
The overlooked causes of poor reaction times in sports
There are a lot of articles advising exercises, drills and other things to improve ones reaction times. However, your reaction time is a... Read Article
How to improve your sports reaction times
Most articles on sports reaction times will advise you that your reaction times are influenced by things such as training, sleep, gender... Read Article
How to use a massage gun or vibration massager
Hand held massagers have allowed us to have massages without the expense and appointments needed when using a professional therapist. ... Read Article
Vibration massager usage guide
Hand held massagers have allowed us to have massages without the expense and appointments needed when using a professional therapist. ... Read Article
What are the side effects of vibration massage
The potential side effects of vibration massage depends on the type of massager used. Sensible usage of machines that purely provide... Read Article
Trigger point therapy guide
(Myofascial) trigger points are an important cause of most musculoskeletal pain syndromes, plus have a host of other detrimental effects.... Read Article
Your guide to vibration massage
Vibration massage has been used by professionals for decades, but more recently personal use machines have made this therapy available... Read Article
The most important muscles to massage for back pain
If you have back pain massage therapists and dry needlers will most likely miss the most important muscles. This is because they sit deep... Read Article
The overlooked cause of tennis elbow (why they don’t get better)
If you have tennis elbow have you ever wondered why you can break a bone and it heals in about 8 weeks, but an inflamed muscle attachment... Read Article
Stretching vs foam rolling: which should you do?
Both stretching and foam rolling are commonly used to increase flexibility, prepare muscles for a workout, and to help recover... Read Article
What is percussion massage (massage guns)
Percussion massage is described as rapidly striking or applying pressure pulsations to your muscles, but this just means driving... Read Article
Massage for fibromyalgia- with self help advice
Massage has given excellent relief of fibromyalgia in clinical trials. However, because of fibromyalgia sufferers are very sensitive and... Read Article
Self massage and pressure point therapy for headaches
Massage or “pressure point” therapy has given excellent relief of headaches in clinical trials. In this article we will show you how to... Read Article
The benefits of sports massage
Massage has been widely used by sports clubs and professional athletes, but more recently self massage options have made these more... Read Article
Are massage guns scientifically proven, or an ineffective gimmick?
Massagers with vibrating pads that sit on the surface and send vibrations deep into your muscles have been used by professionals for... Read Article
Why most massagers (and massage guns) are a waste of money: and how to get something effective
There are hundreds of hand held massagers and massage guns on the market, but when we were looking for something to recommend our... Read Article
How to choose the best settings for your vibrating massager (or massage gun)
Most people think the setting of a massager is a simple matter of choosing the intensity you like, but the effects of the vibrations can... Read Article
Are massage guns worth it?
Massage guns are marketed a wonder tool you can use to do self massage and help recover after a workout, but as we know marketers often... Read Article
Do exercises help shoulder pain
If you suffer from shoulder pain you will likely be given some analgesics to relieve the pain and some exercises to “correct” the... Read Article
Does foam rolling help recovery
If you get stiff and sore after a workout marketers promise that foam rolling will help, but do they really work and are they even safe?... Read Article
Massage guns explained: what they are and what they do
Massage guns are widely marketed as a tool for self massage with claims of great benefits, but do they work or are they just a fad? In... Read Article
How to release (treat) muscle knots yourself
Muscle knots are those tender lumps in your muscles, usually associated with muscle tightness, pain and fatigue. If you have any sort of... Read Article
Warm-ups: your practical guide to reducing injuries, increasing performance and reducing post exercise soreness
If you play sport or workout a good warm-up will help prepare your muscles: increasing your performance, decreasing your risk of injury,... Read Article
How to use your massage gun or vibration massager safely and effectively
Most people do not get any where near the benefits they should from vibrating massagers, and even hurt themselves. This us because... Read Article