New insert provided the necessary padding.
Easy to work with. Great to use for a leg cast or any cast. It is really strong and looks great.
The OrthoGun mini-massage gun by OrthoTape is the perfect tool for sore tissue and muscle recovery. The small compact design allows the user to travel anywhere with it. The aluminum alloy body provides a solid quality product versus the all-plastic massage guns on the market today.
Massage Gun
The massage gun provides massage therapy to sore tired muscles. This results in a decomposition of lactic acid build-up improves muscle vitality and eliminates fatigue. It is the ultimate recovery tool for the professional athlete to the weekend warrior who just needs to overcome sore muscles.
How Often Should You Use a Massage Gun?
Related data suggests that using a massage gun for a minimum of 15 seconds and a maximum of 2 minutes per muscle group. A full-body session should not exceed 15 minutes. Treat yourself 2-3 times per day.
15~30 seconds = muscle activation
2 Minutes = Pain relief & Recovery
What are the Benefits of Using a Massage Gun?
There are many benefits you can get from using the massage gun:
Reduce Muscle Soreness after a strenuous workout session or long sitting.
Helps to warm up your muscles before a sports event or an intense gym session and gently elongates muscle fibers.
Increase lymphatic circulation in your body and help post-surgery healing.
Improves or prevents conditions like muscle atrophy,
Help reduce cellulite
Stress Relief
How to Safely Use a Muscle Massage Gun?
1. Stretch your limbs a bit before using the device.
2. Attach the correct head to the machine and set it on the speed scientifically
3. Turn on the device before touching the device to your body
4. Place the head of the device gently on the area you want to use it on. Just let it float on your body.
5. Move the device in circular motions slowly
6. Use the gun in an area for two to three minutes then move on to the next area.
When I Can’t Use the Massage Gun?
Generally, the Massage Gun can be used for reducing your muscle soreness, and stiffness, and enhancing flexibility, but here are some situations you need to avoid these devices, or at least use it only after consulting with your doctor.
Sprains
Muscle Strains
Blood Thinners
Blood Clots
Fractures
Inflammations
Where Can I Use on My Body?
You can use these on any muscular area of the body. However, don’t use it on the face, neck, throat, or other sensitive areas of the body as you can bruise the delicate skin here and cause injuries.
Also, don’t use them on injuries that are still healing, such as stitches.
Can Massage Guns be Used During Pregnancy?
No, don’t use these devices during pregnancy, especially over the abdominal area. Even for other areas, consult your doctor first!