Percussive therapy delivered by massage tools can help improve muscle strength and flexibility, and reduce musculoskeletal pain.

We recommend the Back Hammer 2.0! It’s a percussive massage tool that pulses like a jack hammer to break up neuromuscular tension, discomfort, and relieve soreness.

This durable medical device treats symptoms secondary to acute or chronic injury.

It’s design features a uniquely compact shape with ergonomic triangular grips. The power and force have been enhanced by a compact USB powered battery. Notable features include an ice pack attachment and a heated attachment.

For best results, start with light pressure and soft attachment heads. Incorporate gentle muscle contractions with slow movement of the targeted region.

Example, if you are targeting your thigh muscles. Gently bend and straighten your knee while using the tool. Search for tight or tender muscles above and below the targeted area, they may be silent contributors.

Do not exceed 5 minutes per region per day.

Fast rpms target superficial tissues and slow rpms target deep tissues. Wide attachment heads generally work well for all areas. Small attachment heads generally work well for the smaller muscles of the hands and feet.

Avoid contact with boney surfaces. Do not use directly (perpendicularly) over the mid or upper neck. The neck responds best to gentle, off parallel contact. Do not use on eyes, pace makers, abdomens during pregnancy, cuts or open wounds, tumors, swelling, unexplained calf pain, blood clots, infections, or broken bones. Calibrate tissue tolerance to the heated attachment and discontinue if skin irritation presents. Be aware of the potential for bruising and hematoma. Never use this device on children, the unconscious, or anyone who cannot give verbal consent or warnings about pain.

Regular movement throughout the day, nutrition, stress management, and exercise are all essential for musculoskeletal health in addition to using this device. If you are experiencing pain or neurological symptoms, please seek a consultation with one of the providers at our clinic.

-Dr. Whitney Green Bautista Lac, Dipl. OM, DACM, MAcOM

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