Massage Gun Self-Treatment Routine for Working from Home

The COVID-19 pandemic has pushed us all into adopting a new kind of lifestyle that none of us were ready for. Since most everyone has been staying home since the pandemic started, not everyone could keep up the same level of daily activity as they have before. People spend hours in front of their computers while working from home with no way of staying active while being cramped up inside their house.

Enter the massage gun, a handheld, rechargeable device that has been growing in popularity recently and is slowly becoming a trusty companion for people working from home. Using a massage gun could help bring relief, relaxation, and muscle recovery during these stressful times. Here are some massage gun routines you can do on your own as an alternative to getting a massage from a therapist.

Neck Pain

While neck pain has been common ever since people started hours upon hours of working in the office, it’s become much more prevalent because of the lack of physical activity that most people are experiencing now. Whether you sleep on your neck wrong or you turn around too suddenly, neck pain can cause quite a discomfort. It’s usually a central point for muscle tightness.

Using the flat head or one of the ball heads on your massage gun would be the optimal choice for neck treatment. If you prefer a more intense and targeted treatment, try using the fork head. Start by turning your massager on. Now, point the device at your neck and move the massage gun up and down your neck muscles, applying as much or as little pressure as you feel necessary. You can also focus and stay on just one area of your neck for a while to maximize the effect.

Back and Shoulder Pain

Sitting in front of a desk or computer all day is the perfect recipe to create a lot of pain and tension in your shoulders and upper back. Use the round ball head attachments when targeting these areas. While this provides smooth and tender treatment, the bullet head is another option if you want a more targeted treatment. 

Turn the massager on and point it at the affected area on your back, working your way to your shoulders and even up to your neck. You can move the device side to side, up and down, or in a circular motion for muscle pain relief.

Arm Soreness

Typing all day or doing the same arm movement for hours can cause your arms to become tense and overworked. Use the small ball head or the flat head and press it onto either of your arms, starting at the biceps. You should then move down along the whole length of your arm muscles, applying just the right amount of pressure you’re comfortable with. Do this for about 30-60 seconds at a time for each arm.

Conclusion

Those are three very effective and soothing exercises you can do with your massage gun. Since the pandemic has restricted us of our chance to go to the spa for relaxation, your massage gun can be the greatest substitute you can think of to treat your body aches. These routines are designed to provide relief whenever you feel too much tension in your muscles.

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