Massagers - for relaxation and muscle pain relief

Every athlete has their own muscle recovery routine after competitions. Professionals trust massage therapists and physiotherapists who quickly help remove unwanted substances from the muscles and efficiently restore the body after intense physical exertion. However, only a few amateur athletes have the time to regularly visit a masseur, so self-massage devices are becoming an increasingly popular choice. At VELONOVA, you will find smart massagers that take care of muscle recovery after training just like a personal masseur. Learn more about them in this article.

What Are Electric Body Massagers?

For self-massage, many tools can be used: tennis, golf, or special sensory balls, various hardness rollers, rotating handheld massagers. However, to make the massage ritual pleasant and effective, many people choose electric massagers. They make self-massage require less effort, making it easier to incorporate into your daily routine. Depending on the type, electric body massagers can use percussive force, vibration, compression, heat, or a combination of these. These devices can be rechargeable or plugged into the mains.

When choosing such a massager, it is particularly important to research the manufacturer – the devices will touch your body, so it is essential that they are made from safe materials for humans and that their quality is checked by responsible institutions.

Therabody Massagers

The first Therabody massager appeared in 2009 when the company's founder, Dr. Jason Wersland, created a device to combat severe chronic pain developed after a motorcycle accident. This device, a massage gun, has become almost synonymous with Therabody.

Over more than a decade, the refined massagers are now used for various purposes – pain relief, muscle recovery, improving athletic performance, and deep relaxation. According to the manufacturer, Therabody massage guns affect muscles 60% deeper than other manufacturers' devices. The set includes several sizes of attachments: the smallest is designed to mimic the human thumb for precise trigger point massage, the medium size deeply relaxes small and larger muscle groups, and the largest activates blood circulation by gently and widely stimulating the muscles. You can change not only the attachments but also the operating modes, choosing the most suitable massage intensity.

Therabody massagers are more than just devices. By connecting the massager to your phone with a special app, you will receive personal advice on how and what to massage to achieve the desired results.

Back, Neck, and Shoulder Massagers

Back and shoulder tension is probably the most common complaint of modern people. Therefore, it is no surprise that Therabody has paid great attention to devices that relax the back, neck, and shoulder muscles. Almost all Therabody devices are suitable for massaging the back. For example, handheld massagers like the Theragun Elite are designed to reach 80% of your body – you can easily massage the prone-to-tension shoulder area and other trigger points. You can also effectively relax your back by lying on the Therabody Wave Roller, which pleasantly vibrates and improves blood circulation in the back muscles.

The double massage ball Wave Duo is particularly suitable for neck massage, which will surround and stretch the most prone-to-tension neck muscles, relaxing them.

Foot and Leg Massagers

We know that leg muscle recovery is the most relevant topic for cyclists. Tight front and rear thigh muscles and glutes can cause significant discomfort, sometimes extending to pain in the knees or hips. Over time, muscles can shorten, negatively affecting athletic performance and recovery. Various Therabody massagers are ideal for massaging the legs: the very small Theragun Mini 2.0, the powerful Theragun Elite, and dynamic massage rollers like the Wave Solo, Wave Duo, and Wave Roller.

Sports trainers and physiotherapists often remind that proper posture starts with the feet. Although often unnoticed, feet tend to tighten, affecting the alignment of other body joints. Moreover, the feet are a part of the body with many nerve endings, so foot massage can be particularly relaxing. For foot massage, choose the Therabody Theragun Mini 2.0 or Theragun Elite massagers. By connecting to the Therabody app, you will find precise instructions on which foot points and movements are most beneficial to massage.

Compression Massagers for Quick Recovery

Good blood circulation and lymph movement in the body can speed up recovery after intense exercise, reduce skin irregularities, and decrease the risk of varicose veins. Therefore, many athletes choose compression massagers that work while the athlete rests. Looking like long boots, compression massagers inflate, creating different levels of pressure. During compression massage, the pressure level and areas change, moving the lymph and affecting the muscles. All the athlete has to do is relax and remember to drink enough water after the massage to quickly flush out the metabolic byproducts.

Therabody currently offers three main compression leg massager models:

• RecoveryAir JetBoots, charged, works up to 240 minutes and offers 4 pressure programs and 4 time settings.
• RecoveryAir Prime is an excellent choice for those looking for basic compression massage. This model has 4 pressure settings and adjustable session times.
• The RecoveryAir PRO, similar to the AirPrime massager, is designed for even more professional use – it has 4 inflation cycles recorded, but athletes can also choose to control the pressure of individual massager zones.

Therabody compression massagers are rechargeable, so you can use them anywhere, anytime. They fully inflate and deflate in just 60 seconds.

Massage Roller for Deep Muscle Relaxation

If you regularly cycle, you have probably heard that exercises and self-massage on a roller should become your habit after rides. Rolling improves mobility, activates blood circulation, and significantly reduces muscle soreness after intense physical exertion. It is one of the most reliable injury prevention methods. The Therabody Wave Roller massage roller vibrates quietly but effectively, enhancing muscle relaxation and blood circulation. Five-speed levels allow you to choose the massage effect.

Those looking for a particularly compact device should pay attention to the Therabody Wave Solo or Wave Duo massage balls, which can be used just like a roller. All these devices can be controlled directly or through an app via Bluetooth.

Having Trouble Choosing?

We invite you to try Therabody massagers at the VELONOVA bike store, located at J. Baltrušaičio g. 1, Vilnius.