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This 'powerful' massage gun with 10,000 reviews is 41% off right now on Amazon

Save $70 on the RENPHO Muscle Massage Gun. Image via Amazon.
Save $70 on the RENPHO Muscle Massage Gun. Image via Amazon.

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For many people, a massage is the ultimate form of luxurious self care that helps to melt away the stress of the world. However, it's not always in the budget to enjoy a day of pampering at the spa.

Luckily, there are tons of at-home options that can bring a piece of the experience to your home, including handheld massage guns. Not only are they convenient, portable and effective, they're also an affordable alternative to hitting the spa after a tough workout.

If you haven't yet jumped on board with the massage gun trend, there's never been a better time to try them out as one of Amazon's most popular models is currently 41 per cent off.

RENPHO Muscle Massage Gun

Save $70 on the RENPHO Muscle Massage Gun. Image via Amazon.
Save $70 on the RENPHO Muscle Massage Gun. Image via Amazon.

$100 $170 at Amazon

How does it work?

Normally retailing for $170, this popular massage gun is on sale now for just $100. It helps to relieve sore muscles and tension by penetrating deep into the body's tissues and delivers 18,00 to 3,200 percussions per minute.

As an affordable alternative to other pricey handheld massagers, the RENPHO Muscle Massage Gun comes with five interchangeable attachments to target different areas of the body: a round head for total body massage, a rounded point head for massaging targeted areas, a curved head for arms and legs, a flat head for gentle massage, and a dual-point intensive head to loosen stiff muscles.

Weighing in at just 1.5 pounds, this massage gun is lightweight and compact enough to bring along with you to the gym or while travelling. It's available to shop in either blue or black.

Why use a massage gun?

Massage Gun Machine Recovery Therapy And Stimulation
Massage guns can help with muscle recovery. (Getty Images)

There's no doubt that a massage just feels good on sore muscles, but studies have shown that there are benefits us using tools like this affordable massage gun. Vibration therapy has been shown to help alleviate post-workout soreness, which helps you get back to exercising faster. Studies have also shown that pre-workout massages can even result in decreased muscle soreness after an intense sweat session.

In spite of these potential health benefits, there are some risks to using a massage gun, especially if used incorrectly. Excessive use may lead to ruptured blood vessels, nerve sensitivity, ligament strain or muscle fibre damage.

If you're curious about incorporating one into your fitness routine, be sure to speak with a doctor or healthcare professional ahead of time.

What shoppers are saying

With more than 10,000 reviews from Amazon shoppers, this Renpho massager is one of the most popular around. It has a 4.7-star average rating too, so you can rest assured that it's not only popular, but effective too.

One reviewer called this massage gun a great addition to their wellness routine, especially living in an area where it's "difficult to find a registered massage therapist." They added that their lower back felt "so much better after one use."

RENPHO Muscle Massage Gun. Image via Amazon.
RENPHO Muscle Massage Gun. Image via Amazon.

Despite being a fraction of the cost of other ore expensive massage guns, other shoppers have said that they "honestly can't tell the difference" between them. One reviewer noted that this model is "quite powerful" and has a battery that "lasts a good amount of time," making this a worthwhile purchase.

"Best money I've spent in a while!" raved one five-star reviewer.

While this massage gun does come with a charger, reviewers have noted that it "will not charge without the stock charger." You may be able to get in touch directly with the brand to get it replaced if needed, but you'll want to take extra care to ensure that it doesn't get lost or damaged and become unusable.

Final verdict

Thousands of shoppers agree that this Renpho massage gun is a worthwhile purchase, especially if you're looking to bring an extra dose of relaxation to your everyday routine. It effectively works away tension and sore muscle pain, all at an affordable price tag.

Given that this massage gun is on sale for 41 per cent off, it's the perfect time to add it to your collection of workout gear. Just be sure to follow the reviewers' advice and take care of the charging cord!

The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

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