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Massage Guns & Percussion

A percussion massage gun delivers rapid, repeated pressure into muscle tissue — typically 1,800 to 3,200 percussions per minute — which reduces the sensation of soreness and improves short-term range of motion faster than manual rolling. The trade-off is cost and charging.

Choose one on stall force and battery life rather than the headline speed number, and use the right head for the tissue.

How to choose a massage gun

  • Stall force — how much pressure it takes before the motor stalls. Under 20lb is light-duty; 30lb+ suits dense muscle.
  • Amplitude — how far the head travels. 10–12mm is standard; 16mm is deep tissue.
  • Noise — brushless motors under 55dB let you use it while watching TV.
  • Battery — look for 3+ hours; most people charge weekly.
  • Heads — ball for large muscles, flat for general use, bullet for trigger points, fork for either side of the spine (never on it).

Frequently asked questions

How long should I use a massage gun on one muscle?

Two minutes maximum per muscle group. Keep it moving rather than holding it in one spot, and stop if the area feels numb or bruised.

Where should you never use a massage gun?

Directly on the spine, the front or sides of the neck, the head, joints, bone, the kidneys, or any area that is bruised, swollen or recently injured.

Massage gun or foam roller?

A gun is faster and reaches deeper; a roller costs a fraction as much, needs no charging and lets you use bodyweight for control. Many people own both and use the roller at home, the gun before training.

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