Person using a massage gun percussive tool on someone's thigh
Person using a massage gun percussive tool on someone's thigh

Product Round-Up: Percussive Massage Tools

Product Round-Up: Percussive Massage Tools

Percussive massage tools have been on almost every trends list this past year—and 2022 looks to be no different.

The convenience of a handheld massage tool allows for quick pick-me-ups between massage sessions and gives massage therapists yet another resource to add to their self-care regimens.

Added bonus? For your regular clients, especially athletes, whether amateur or professional, the therapeutic vibration that makes massage guns so effective may help them maintain the benefits of massage therapy between appointments.

Following is a round-up of some percussive massage guns currently on the market:

Theragun Prime

According to Therabody, the company that offers Theragun Prime, this product prioritizes essential features like ergonomic grip, QuietForce technology, customizable speed range, 120-minute battery life and Smart app integration—while maintaining the power and effectiveness of deep muscle treatment aimed at easing discomfort and soothing tightness and tension. Theragun’s 16-millimeter amplitude reaches 60 percent deeper into muscles than average massagers, and four closed-cell foam attachments are easy on the body. Target localized areas with up to 30 pounds of force and a speed that gives Theragun the ability to leave the surface of the skin at 40 times per second. Package includes carrying pouch, four attachments and power adapter.

For more information, visit therabody.com.

Hypervolt 2

Light, powerful, with an ergonomic handle, Hyperice’s Hypervolt 2 is meant to give you the ability to warm up quickly, stay loose and accelerate recovery. The Hypervolt 2 has patented QuietGlide technology for whisper quiet use, and the Hyperice app offers warm-up and recovery plans that include step-by-step expert guidance focused on helping you move better. Weighing in at under 2 pounds and with a TSA-approved pressure sensor, this product’s portability makes it perfect for travel, according to the company. Package includes power supply and adapters, five head attachments and a head attachment pouch.

For more information, visit hyperice.com.

Sportneer Elite D9

The Sportneer Elite D9, offered by Sportneer, is quiet, powerful and lightweight. According to the company, the product is designed and tested by scientific professionals and is designed for deep tissue therapeutic percussion massage to relieve muscle spasms, reduce and prevent muscle atrophy and increase blood circulation. A 16.8V brushless motor and maximum RPM up to 3200 makes deep, penetrating relief possible, and a volume of 40 decibels means this percussive massage tool is quiet. Small and portable, six vibration modes and six alternative heads allow for easy positioning on your shoulders, back, legs, arms or thighs. The battery is rechargeable and lasts from between two to six hours, and a 10-minute auto-off function prevents overheating and burns.

For more information, visit sportneer.com.

Thumper Verve Massager

According to Thumper Massage, the company behind the Thumper Verve, this single sphere massager is perfect for home use and let’s you target precise areas. At roughly the size of a computer mouse with a flexible bandit strap across your hand, this small but powerful massager maximizes effect while minimizing the feedback onto your hand and wrist. Variable speed control from 20 to 40 pulses per seconds allows users to personalize their experience according to their own need, while three interchangeable heads give users custom options.

For more information, visit thumpermassager.com.

Bongers Percussion Massager

Bongers Percussion Massager, offered by Bongers, provide an invigorating percussion, similar to the massage technique tapotement. According to the company, these tools can be used to help relieve tension, stress and headaches, bringing relief to sore, tired and overworked muscles. Providing what the company describes as a shiatsu-like massage, the product’s flexible shafts do most of the work, meaning massage therapists can get results without overworking their own bodies. Sold in pairs, Bongers are available in blue and purple.

For more information, visit bongersmassagetool.com.

Lifepro Sonic

This handheld massage gun is designed to boost mobility and flexibility and relieve joint and muscle pain via trigger point massage, according to the company. Easy to use, quiet and portable, the Lifepro Sonic offers a comfortable grip and a rechargeable battery that has a three- to six-hour run time. With five levels of intensity and eight interchangeable massage heads, users can more precisely target body areas and muscle groups. Heavy duty construction keeps the product stable at all speeds.

For more information, visit lifeprofitness.com.