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The best massage guns are an indispensable tool for relieving the pain and tension that comes with an intense workout. The stiffness and soreness caused by delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) can be a significant barrier to normal movement and can even deter you from further exercise.
However, using one of these handy devices can be a real game changer. Research in the Journal of Sports Science and Medicine even suggests that they can increase range of motion by 20%, which is a noticeable difference.
The evidence for the effectiveness of percussion therapy — also known as massage guns — is becoming increasingly compelling. A 2023 meta-study (a review of several other studies and their analysis for quality of evidence) published in the International Journal of Sports Physiotherapy found a “significant association” between percussion therapy delivered by massage guns and “acute increases in muscle strength, explosive muscle power, and flexibility, with multiple treatments leading to a decrease in the perception of musculoskeletal pain.”
So, science may convince you: but which massage gun should you choose? There are a wide range of options available these days, from portable travel devices to more powerful ones that are more suitable for home use. We’ve tested all the most popular massage guns to help you choose the one that’s right for you. And to help speed up your recovery even more, we’ve also got articles on the benefits of massage guns and how to properly perform a trigger point massage. Below, you can learn more about how massage guns work and how to choose the best one for you.
Short list
Check out the quick list below for a quick overview of our favorite massage guns, or scroll down to see more in-depth reviews of each device, as well as other options we recommend.
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