Neck Massager

Neck pain often comes from overuse and poor posture. Everyday activities like being hunched over a computer, laptop, phone, or reading in bed without adequate neck support can cause neck pain. If your neck feels tight and knotted, try using a neck massager.

There are numerous neck and shoulder massagers and massage guns on the market, so it is helpful to know how to use them. Use a lighter, gentler massage gun, or start on a lower setting before increasing the intensity. For massaging hard-to-reach areas like the back of the shoulders, you may need someone else to hold the massage tool and work it for you. Float the massage gun on the skin's surface and let the device do the work rather than forcing it.

A muscle knot, also called a trigger point, is a spot of tense muscle. It happens when the fibers tighten and contract, even when they aren't necessarily in motion. The neck is especially prone to developing muscle knots. Everyday activities, such as texting on a smartphone or working at a desk, can strain the muscles in your neck. Knots in your neck can also form due to physical inactivity or stress. Simple self-care measures, like massages and stretching, may help provide relief. To loosen a muscle knot, perform a trigger point self-massage by pressing the knot to relax tight muscle fibers.

Many kinds of neck massagers are available on the market, including portable handheld massagers, devices that wrap around your neck, massage pillows, and manual massage balls and rollers. Some have specialized features like heat controls, so you can apply heat therapy to loosen painful or tight spots. Others work by targeting pressure points. Try out a few different types and see what works for you.