STACK #240 October 2024

TECH FEATURE

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When your workout is done, there’s tech to relieve any soreness and assist with recovery. From massage guns and rollers to cupping therapy and circulation boosters, we take a look at the best devices for bringing sweet relief. Words Bec Summer W hatever your workout intensity or recovery needs, there’s a device to treat every ache and body part. Choosing the best type depends entirely on what you need relief from, and where. TECH THERAPY also provide a number of health and recovery benefits when used before and after a workout. Massagers improve circulation, stimulating blood flow to muscles for faster recovery and reduced soreness, and provide targeted relief to specific muscle groups and areas. Massage Roller Cupping

Handheld massage guns and foam rollers can relieve tense and sore muscles; cupping therapy can enhance blood flow in specific areas; circulation boosters can banish cramps and muscle fatigue; and EMS (electrical muscle stimulation) can boost strength. Let’s take a closer look at the different types of exercise recovery tech, what they do, and the benefits of regular use. Massage masters Intense exercise can often leave you feeling stiff, sore, and in need of a soothing massage. Indeed, muscle soreness can severely compromise movement, putting strain on other muscle groups and increasing the risk of injury. Thanks to today’s tech, the therapeutic benefits of a good deep massage are no longer exclusive to pricey health spas and masseurs. Handheld massagers have become the go-to device for fitness fanatics, elite athletes, and casual users alike. Think of a massage gun as your personal masseuse for relief and recovery whenever and wherever you need it. They're perfect for both warm-up prep and soothing sore muscles afterwards. How do they work? Massage guns provide precise control and deep penetration into muscle tissue to relieve tension, tightness, and pain. Most models include a variety of interchangeable head attachments tailored for specific muscle groups and pressure points – the more versatile the device, the better.

The convenience factor is another plus – massage guns are highly portable and rechargeable for use anywhere and anytime you need relief.

Soothe operators

Muscle Stimulation EMS/TEnS

Therm Cube

Massage Gun

Theragun Mini 2.0 Handheld Massager Ergonomic design 3x speeds 3x attachments 120-minute battery life Bluetooth sync with Therabody app

Theragun Pro G5 Handheld Massager

Circulation Booster

Customisable speed range 4x visually guided routines 6x attachments 150-minute battery life Syncs with Therabody app for personalised recovery Homedics Therapist Select Plus Percussion Massager 6x intensity levels 6x attachments

in the day after an intense workout. It’s important to use handheld massagers correctly – and in conjunction with other recovery methods – for the best results. Start with a low intensity setting and target small areas with short bursts. Never press the massager’s head into your body, just let it float on the skin’s surface and let the carefully tuned repeated pressure go to work.

Many massage guns use percussive therapy, which continuously applies

targeted bursts of pressure to sore muscles, loosening up soft tissue, increasing circulation, and reducing any inflammation. Percussive therapy also helps reduce delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) – those aches and pains that set

Benefits and advantages

4-hour battery life Rubber grip handle LCD touchscreen controls

Handheld massagers are not only more cost effective than regular visits to a massage therapist, they

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