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You’ll find that the best handheld massagers are lightweight and cordless, giving you more freedom of motion while using the massager. The Mighty Bliss weighs only 1.25 pounds and uses rechargeable lithium-ion batteries to provide more than 120 minutes of massaging action.Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. Treat the area with heat and cold by alternating 15 minutes of ice with 15 minutes of moist or dry heat. It has a ton of features, including vibration, heating, rolling, and even air massage,” our tester shared. “I was pleasantly surprised by everything it could do and it was fun to use in addition to feeling great.” To adjust the strength of the massage, you have to adjust your level of pull on the handles,” explained one of our testers. “The massager is very light, so to get a strong massage, you have to pull the handles with a good amount of pressure, which makes it feel a bit like you have to do some of the work.”

Manual massagers: They may not be hands-free, but manual massagers allow you to apply as much pressure as you like. I think that massagers are not a bad idea as long as they are not pushed too strong and not overused,” says Dr. Kalika. While we can’t always visit a masseuse to work on those knots, having the tools to give yourself a pamper, or expert treatment in the comfort of your own home - and without the hefty price tag - is a welcome solution. Electric massagers: These are convenient because they are hands-free, but they also allow you to change pressure and speed.Beyond being an effective massager, it was easy to use: "You just set it down, hit the power button, and lie down on it," our tester said, noting that its small shape made it easy to adjust and position to target specific areas. Although the product does have a heat feature, we found the heat wasn’t very strong and took a long time to warm up. Although it’s on the pricier side, the chair comes with a 30-day return option if you’re not fully satisfied. Relaxing Massager.This massager comes with a convenient carrying case to seamlessly take on the plane or anywhere on the go. What We Liked

If your bedding sags, consider swapping your pillow or mattress for supportive types, like a cervical support pillow and medium-firm mattress.Shiatsu massagers mimic the traditional Japanese massage therapy which delivers a deep, kneading massage with circular motions. These massagers contain ‘nodes’ that move around and apply pressure, like the fingers and palms of a massage therapist. Shiatsu is great for loosening painful knots, releasing chronic tension and improving circulation, and is a wonderful stress-reliever.