How to Use a Percussion Massage Gun for Shoulder & Neck Pain Relief
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- čas přidán 9. 07. 2024
- Percussive Massage Therapy using a massage gun (aka a percussion massager) for neck & shoulder pain uses fast, soft pulses over a short amount of time to get deep down into the muscle fibers. Buy the iReliev Percussion Massager at: ireliev.com/product/percussio... (affiliate link)
The continuous taps help muscles relax and heal. A massage gun works great to help relieve shoulder and neck pain. Focusing on areas like the levator scapulae and upper trap muscles is a good place to start. But make sure to be aware of the precautions before beginning. An important precaution is to not use a percussion massager on the front of the neck.
Like a traditional massage, a percussion massager helps to reduce inflammation and increasing circulation. It can help relax tight muscles, break up scar tissue and adhesions, and minimize muscle soreness and tension. Some studies have found percussive therapy to be as effective as massage in preventing DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness).
In this video, I’m using the iReliev Wireless Percussion Massager. In addition to being wireless, the unit is very quiet, and it comes with four different head attachments to target various areas. It also includes a nice carrying case to keep everything organized and in one place.
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Hello Dr Jo,
I'm 22 and I don't know how I got this problem in my knee maybe due to some injury or heavy weight lifting.
Can you please help me.
I have crepitus kind of sound coming from my left knee and I can't run with this, I feel like loose weak knee joint.
What should I do to cure it?
I have the machine, but
Braian is missing
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The link is broken
I couldn’t walk for 13 years, I did this for 4 mins and now I can finally dance ballet!
This helped me with a pinched nerve I’ve had for 13+ years. Also helped relieve my back pain in my s1/s2 area from a daily 9 down to a 2. Huge help for me
Glad it helped.
How it helps? I have same issue plz guide me
@Tony Camaj usually what people mean by a pinched nerve is general muscle or nerve pain. A pinched nerve actually trapped or pressed on by a slipped or ruptured disc or arthritis will no be helped by this device. A pinched nerve like the piriformis muscle pinching the sciatica could theoretically be relieved by percussion massagers but I haven’t found relief of any back/piriformis/sciatic pain. I do find it feels nice to relieve a bit of tension, but don’t expect it to heal actual medical/chronic pain conditions.
@@shizapapa basically back pain caused by muscle around the back bone or spine got tight and pull the bone away from it position which causes pain. Massage gun can soften the muscle tissue and relive the muscle tightness as well as pain.
Pinches nerves are a myth
Very helpful demonstration. Now I can make more sensible use of the one I have.
this massager helped my daughter like unbelieveable . She was paying $150 a week for massages but no more. This machine does the relief. I am thankful becasue it saves me moneu
I'm excited to try this, just ordered the massage gun today!
I had discovered these machines after seeing a 'World's Strongest Man' contestant using one. Immediately went out and bought one, and have not been disappointed. As it came with few instructions for use, it is through videos like this that I can get the best out of my 'massage gun' 👍
Does it help?
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Some of doctors Jo videos I dont even need it I just like to watch it ,and like it because doctor Jo is awesome!!!
Thanks 😎
Great job! I love your videos because you take your time to explain procedures and techniques with awesome clarity! Thank you so much!
Thanks, and you're welcome!
Just got one and we love it!
Hi Dr. Jo, your videos are helpful. I get muscle spasm upper back couple of times a month due to bad posture. I don’t want to keep taking meds. I am contemplating to get a infrared heat pad or a gun massager.
Hi.... M also using it.. it's really work 👍👍.. . Doc ur almost every video...really very useful...
My wife just ordered one of these units and it works great!!! 😎
I just got one and I needed watch this . I have bad neck and shoulder and back pain and happy got this
Which head would you recommend for golf elbow ? Pain running on the inner elbow, forearm, bicep.
I use the Pure wave because most of my issues are unreachable / hard to reach. But I still want this.
Been having a little shoulder pain lately definitely gonna get a message gun
Thank you! This was very useful. Recently bought a massage gun and needed to learn how to use it properly.
You're welcome!
Ma'am How we treat Scoliosis and Foot drop patient??
Thanks Doc! Can you review your thoughts on the neck hammock for neck pain/stress?
so the one on the side of the neck of your helper. would that muscle cause the head to always be pulled to one side. would this fix that
Would this help with a rotator cuff injury?
I did buy one it does work good! Used your link as well thanks! It has lots of power,and its light but i dont know what im doing though but learning.
Thanks, and you're welcome.
You remind me of my PCP. You do hand gestures and explain things like she does.
Will this help if I have some shoulder pain from doing military presses? Or will it worsen it?
Question, is there a differance if the person getting the massage is sitting or laying on their belly? Also, if the person has heart issues (High blood pressure, trombosis etc) Should they get massaged with the massage gun? Thanks in advance
Thanks for the video it was so well done
You're welcome.
My gun fell and the piece broke off inside it where it connects. Is there anyway to fix this???
Hello are these any good for arthritis ??? Thanks
Great info thanks Doc!
You're welcome!
Do you have a video on how to use a bosu ball?
I have a theragun gun - yes it's expensive, but it's really helped with sports recovery
Thank you Dr great job ❤
You're welcome, and thanks.
I have a qeaustion. Is it safe to use massage gun on neck?
What if I go there on the spine, that cervical area will there anything more happen rather than bumping and all??
👏👏👏👏 thanks
You're welcome 😊
Hello Dr i am ur fan from kerala India.
Hello.
I used mind kind of on the side of my neck once very briefly and now have very bad anxiety about hurting an artery would that be common?
Thank you doctor🙏
You're welcome.
Can this be used on the scalenes? You mentioned not to bring this to the front of the neck. Thanks.
Nice, thanks for the video!
I've been having neck and shoulder pain and MASSIVE headache on most days, i hope this helps.
Greetings from Germany.
You're welcome! I hope it helps too.
Same like I noticed whenever I have a huge headache I would have neck pain along with it
did it help?
Whats up man? Give some feedback, lol DId it help??
Did it help bro man?
thanks 🌹🌹🌹
You're welcome.
Thank you Dr. Jo. I was hoping to learn about how and where to use it for shoulder pain-pain from tears.
You're welcome.
I had a neck fusion in 2018 and I'm still suffering with severe neck stiffness and pain. Can a massage gun be used on your neck if you've had a fusion? I haven't been able to find any information out there on this topic. Please help 😢
Call the doctors office where you got the procedure and see if they know.
Can it be used on the bun? or higher gamstring areas?
I’m going to try this cuz my massage gun is with me. I just don’t know how long to leave the gun on a certain area to feel relief
Doctor Jo you always have the best tshirts
Thanks 😎
Thank you so much for your efforts doctor
You're welcome.
Can you strengthen pelvic floor muscles with massage gun?
Did you get an answer to this question please
Does this help tendonitis in the shoulder? I've had 3 injections and nothing worked and wondering if this will?
Dr.jo can you tell me instruments of myofasia release .i am dpt
hey doctor jo my legs have been sore since i went back to school because i havent ran in months how do you treat knee and foot soreness?
Easy stop running
Increase mobility in your hip flexors strengthen your glutes,calves, and lower part of your core
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Hello not sure if I will get a reply or not but I got my tooth extraction and my nape area and whole neck nerve left pinched ....I don't want to experience it again as it stayed for 1.3week ,will this gun help me ?
Thank you!
You're welcome!
I bought one using your link, thanks! (I confirmed with my Chiropractor who I see regularly if was a good tool for me and she said yes.) I love it. Do you have an IT Band/Glute video?
Glad you like it! I really like mine too. Yes, I have a few videos for both. You can find them at: czcams.com/users/askdoctorjo
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Okay to use with massage oils?
Love the shirt !
Thanks! 🐾
Cool shirt 👌
Thanks.
Hi Dr. Jo. I’m just wondering Is it gonna work on frozen shoulder? Thanks
What’s a frozen shoulder?
I'm wondering that too, as I've had frozen shoulder for about 6 months now. Starting to wear me down now. Just want to be pain free
@@alexhidalgo5966 it's where the shoulder looses it's range of motion, and becomes very painful
Thanks Doctor Jo. Your videos are great.
Question. How do you work your back by yourself?
You're welcome. I will have one specifically for the back coming out soon.
Thanks for information mem🤝🤝
You're welcome.
@@AskDoctorJo mem iam from India 🤝🤝
Great video . Can I use it every day. ?
This is probably a stupid question, but I like to use mine on my cheek/jaw not far from my ear (where the upper and lower jaw are hinged). Is there any risk to my ear drum from the vibrations?
This is very dangerous! The jaw/TMJ joint is about the most sensitive joint in the body. You could permanently damage the disc in the joint. The only way you could use it on the jaw is using the foam ball...on the side. (So it's going parallel to the skin ) but even then I wouldn't personally do it. Too much risk of doing damage.
An article from The Washington post states using a massage gun on the neck could cause a carotid dissection. I believe this information comes from a massage therapist who likely only has a rudimentary understanding of anatomy. I take it you don’t concur? I used mine on my neck a few times prior to reading this and it felt incredible and so productive.
As I mentioned in the video, you should not use it on the front of the neck near the carotid area. This video is about using it on the muscles in the back of the neck and shoulder area.
I'm guessing that's what the article was also talking about?
That's a really cool shirt
Thanks.
Thanks doctor for this amazing information
Love from India ❤
You're welcome!
Thanks for this! Should we avoid using it on bones? Which head is good for breaking up chest's scar tissue (from open heart surgery)?
You're welcome! It's not good to use over bony areas. Definitely check with your doctor before using over a surgery area.
@@AskDoctorJo Thank you!
Can this help mother relieves her neck pain? Doctor said it's due to arthritis. Hope you can give me some advice.
I want to use my gun on my neck and skull SO BAD but it’s too strong (which is saying a LOT for me) and makes me feel like I’m getting brain damage. How do I get around this?
Many of the neck muscles go into the shoulder and upper back area, so maybe you can work on those areas, and it might still help with your neck.
I get neck pain and sometimes it makes me lightheaded, dizzy and the back of my head neck feels tight, that it gives me tension headaches, would this massage gun help?
Same here do you have disc bulge?
Is there a time limit to massage my neck 1 min 5 min or 10 min? Thank you
Hi DoctorJo. Is it possible to treat migraine with physiotherapy؟
Yes, specially if the physio is qualify in osteopathy.
I want a Ryan T shirt. 😂
Can you suggest a suitable pillow for neck pain relief ?
See an osteopath 👍
Hi Dr Jo, any concerns using the massager after a herniated disc (C6-C7, about 9 months ago)?
Talk to a doctor about it maybe?
Do not use it directly on or around your spine if you have spine damage (unless a dr gives you the clear). your pain is from the herniation/damage to the spine and percussion massager may do more damage or worsen pain. It should only be used for muscle pain.
i have one of those but i don't know how to do it myself. I study programming and i don't like exercise a lot. I just like to walk. I'l ltry this things to see if my neck stops hurting like A LOT.
Didi it work?
@@MonteLeeMyPOV kind of. yeah
I'm going to order one of those because I've been seeing a chiropractor for pain I've had for years and it's finally gone. But now I'm exercising so I just don't want to be in pain like that again. I'm so glad you mentioned not to go too hard because I've had one before and I'd push it into my skin. I guess I felt it would get in there better haha But I'll definitely take it easier and hopefully keep my body on a great path and pain free. Thanks for the great video!
You're welcome!
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Thanks!
Hi can this be used anywhere I assume
No, there are some precautions.
Most of the time when I use my massage gun I get extremely itchy. Is this from release of lactic acid, or what?
It can be a response from over stimulating the nerves in that area with vibration. It could be from pushing too hard when using the massage gun or using it for too long.
Lol she's a magician too 🤣🤣 'Ohhh Brian ' or was it Ryan 😅
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Hey Doc.....I just wanted to ask if I may, where you got that shirt from? I'm totally digging it.
Thanks! I got it from Amazon: amzn.to/3GanJ9N (affiliate link)
Will this help fibromyalgia
ginger tea help. ask your doctor before. I drink it for back pain with lemon and honey. it's anti inflammatory
@@malicia58 thank You
Why don't put it by your carotid artery? I heard not to use it on your head either. Where do I use it for a migraine? Thank you.
Hi doctor jo,I watch your channel regular,I suffer from a clicky neck with pain in my shoulders on a daily basis,ive had it foe years,i have just purchased one of these guns and would like to know if this is a good thing for me to use or would it cause more flare ups,thanks for all your videos,keep up the good work😊
You're welcome, and thanks. It might help. Unfortunately, I don't know for sure since I can't evaluate you.
@@AskDoctorJo thanks for the reply,I will give it a go,I will start off slowly to see how it goes,im in pain daily anyway so nothing to lose I guess,thanks again 😊
You're welcome. Good luck.
@@AskDoctorJo thank you,I will let you know if it helps or not once ive been using it for a few weeks,thanks again for your time
@@andybussa1323 Did it help?
I just got one and massaged around that artery for a few seconds should I be concerned?
It’s so magical how Brian appears and disappears.
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Will you also have a video on how we can use this for sciatic pain or for the glutes?
Thank you for your videos they have truly helped me and my family when we are in need of relief.
Truly appreciate your videos
You're welcome, and thanks. I will have one for the low back coming out soon.
That lavader thingy is what's hurting me. For like a couple weeks
Hi
Just have a question
I am a right handed person ,so i use my right hand all the time
But lately I have a huge pain in the left arm - tennis elbow pain
And it’s awful 🥵 but I don’t understand how? I don’t use my left hand that much But still have tennis elbow pain
And it’s excruciating pain 🤬 I don’t know what to do
Please please give me some advice
Is there any part of the body you shouldn't use it on ? Thanks
Yeah been wondering
Ur va-jayjay
interesting , I have a theragun and have used it on my neck. but I find it too powerful and my neck certainly doesn't like it.
It definitely takes finding the right balance of pressure on the neck area.
Should try it with a towel on my neck to cut the pressure
I thought I see bear!! I will have to try it...
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Is this definitely safe to use on the back of the neck? I use my massage gun on the lowest setting on my neck and I find it really helps but this is the only info I can find that says it's safe to use it on the neck? Thanks
@@cherryblossomed where would you recommend? Near the traps and upper back?
I want to buy this product in Pakistan give me details to buy this product
You will need to check on the company's site for that: iReliev Percussion Massager at: ireliev.com/product/percussion-massage-gun/?uid=6&oid=1&affid=17 (affiliate link)
How is no one talking about that wild shirt
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It's freaking awesome. It made me watch the whole video lol
How much?
how can get it?
ireliev.com/product/percussion-massage-gun/?uid=6&oid=1&affid=17 (affiliate link)
Can u cause trigger swelling of muscle if I left the massager on longer than usual? got this weird lump on my shoulder after
It’s like you getting punched for a long time so you might have done a minor bruise or trigger the inflammation process by constant trauma in one area for a long period of time
Just ice it up next time
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