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HOW TO USE A MASSAGE BALL

Have you ever wondered how to use a massage ball and what are the massage ball benefits? If you're looking for the perfect gift for your loved ones, this is it!


The best part about them is that they are easy to use and don't require batteries. Keep reading if you want to know more!


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Spiky Massage balls that is beneficial to effectively reduce tension and pain in neck, back and feet.
Massage Balls for Body Pain


What is a massage ball, and how does it work?


Massage balls massage the muscles and relieve stress by rolling, providing deep massage pressure to your muscles. They can give a myofascial release (the manual manipulation of connective tissue) for people who experience pain or stiffness due to knots in their muscles.

A massage ball is a straightforward tool to use. You can massage your body, face or even get your feet involved. It's up to you! These little massage balls are made of either solid metal or rubber/PVC/EVA materials that will massage pressure into your muscles when pushed around. Many massage ball brands offer different massage balls with various levels of massage stimulation. The massage balls come in different sizes and vary in firmness to different massage muscles and parts of the body. You can use s massage ball for lower back pain, on your hands, legs, feet, and many other areas of the body. These massage balls are usually made from rubber or similar material that provides that excellent massage pressure when you start rolling it out against your skin, a massage ball on wall can also be beneficial for relieving trigger points.


There are two main exploring types:


- smooth massage ball

- bumpy massage ball or spikey massage ball


Why should you use one?


This massage tool is inexpensive and easy to use at home any time you need it. This will help you relax without having to make an appointment with a massage therapist every time you need relief! Now let's get started on how to use these devices properly.

The massage ball is great for anyone who wants to release tension from their muscles after a long day in the office! All you have to do is place the device where you feel tight, sit back and relax while watching TV or do something else until the tender feeling subsides... Usually, this takes about 5 minutes on how fast your muscles feel.


Benefits of using a massage ball


- massage balls are inexpensive and easy to use at home

- massage balls massage out stress and tension in your muscles (faster than a massage therapist)

-you can use it at home, gym, office or any place you choose.

- massage ball helps to release myofascial trigger points

-Using a massage ball properly can release muscular-related pain, increase blood circulation and help reduce swelling faster.


-help improve posture, balance, stability, and coordination.

- massage ball massage stimulates the lymphatic system

- massage ball massage reduces cramping in muscles.

- massage ball massage aides against headaches and migraines.

- massage ball massage reduces stress and anxiety.

- massage ball massage helps with sleeping disorders.

- massage ball massage helps to ease the pain of arthritis and fibromyalgia.

- massage ball massage relieves sinus pain and pressure.


How to use a massage ball


You can use the massage ball as part of your self-myofascial release therapy for all body areas and even for your daily back pain relief exercises. It can be used to target pain on your shoulders, low back, hamstrings, quads, calves, or even work on specific triggers/knots that might be found deeper within the muscle. The best way is to do an initial assessment of the affected area and spend time slowly working around his area with gentle pressure. Once you have found a 'hot point' or a knot, focus on working around this area.

When using massage balls, you want to create as much surface friction as possible, so you want to make sure that the massage ball is rolling over the skin and not just dropping down into your muscle. You can use different massage balls, from smooth PVC to marbled massage balls and everything in between, and find which one works best for you.

This makes massage balls an excellent tool for pre-workout warm-up.



A different type of massage balls that is used to relief back pains
Types of Massage Balls

Where to buy one?


You will find many massage balls and massage ball set on our store on Amazon.


How often should you use it for best results?


I recommend using massage balls once or twice a day for about 5 minutes each time. You can find massages that last an hour if that's what you're into - but the effects will be just as significant with this bit of massage ball. Happy relaxation! *Disclaimer* This article does not replace medical advice and massage therapy by a qualified professional. Use massage balls at your own risk :-)




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