Types and selection of massage balls

A sedentary and sedentary lifestyle requires the use of additional funds to improve blood circulation, relieve fatigue and swelling of the legs. Active people and athletes also need massagers that release tension in specific areas and relax muscles after hard workouts. To fulfill these needs, we came up with specialized massage balls that have different shapes and sizes, allowing you to choose the best option for everyone.

The massage ball is a ball of different diameters with a smooth or embossed surface. Its appearance was caused by the need to work out deep points that could not be reached with the help of a massage cylinder. Such products are created according to a certain technology using several layers of foamed polymers, which have different rigidity, which allows them to have a different effect on the human body.

The use of massage balls makes it possible to independently act on the area with pain, dizziness or pinching. Regular treatments can relieve discomfort, improve blood flow, and even make your muscles more flexible.

The benefits of massage balls include:

• use for specific problem areas on any part of the body, reducing pain;

• use of the massager anywhere, due to its compactness and ease of use;

• the ability to independently choose the force of pressure, the zone of influence and the duration of the massage;

• improving the general condition of the body with the regular use of such balls, relieving fatigue and discomfort.

Despite this, the product has certain limitations. You should not use the massager in the following cases:

• late pregnancy;

• the presence of varicose veins in the area where the massage will be performed;

• people with diabetes;

• with oncological diseases;

• for any serious inflammatory processes in the body.

For any of the above problems, you should consult with a specialist about the possibility of using massage balls.

Thanks to the effectiveness of the use of massage balls, the number of varieties began to increase rapidly. There are rubber spiked massagers for babies that have a mild effect and will not cause discomfort for babies. The children's version can be of different sizes, from a small ball 5-6 cm in size to large balls 20-25 cm. "Hedgehogs" have a beneficial effect on the areas they come into contact with. With children, you can play a wide variety of games in which the ball will roll with feet, palms, roll over the body and legs, fully affecting not the child's body.

Adult varieties have a more rigid base, which allows you to work out problem areas more deeply. There are several varieties of massage balls.

• MB1 is a smooth 65 mm ball. With its help, you can carry out a deep tissue massage, relieving pain, restoring muscles in a certain area. The effect of this massage is comparable to manual exposure. The material of the ball has a hard coating that does not slip on any surface, allowing you to practice with it comfortably and safely. The use of such a product allows you to increase blood circulation, improve blood oxygen saturation, increase the mobility of certain areas on the body, which will have a beneficial effect on the general condition of a person and the effectiveness of training. The special coating makes the ball easy to clean. This equipment can be used for feet, back, legs and arms.

• TP Ball - allows you to target specific muscle bundles and tissues, which could not be reached by other means of exposure. Massage with such equipment is similar to the effect of thumbs. The peculiarity of the product is that it can change its density. At the beginning of the massage, the ball is hard and allows you to deeply work out problem areas, but after 5-10 seconds its structure becomes softer, which makes it possible to eliminate pain, enslavement or pinching of a muscle area with massage movements.

• The MBX is a tough massager that is great for athletes. Due to its greater elasticity, the product more intensely affects the muscle tissue, affecting it deeper and creating an optimal result. The effect of MBX is similar to an elbow massage. This equipment also increases blood flow, saturates the blood with oxygen, has a positive effect on the athlete's mobility, and helps to increase the efficiency of training. The simulator can be used on the area of ​​the legs and feet, the anterior tibial muscles, to influence the gluteal, femoral and lumbar muscles. A good effect is observed from use on the upper torso: chest, upper back; lats, oblique muscles of the press, neck, arms.

• The MB5 is a large massage ball measuring 12.6 cm. This massager is the same as the MB1 version, but it has a large size, which allows it to be used over a larger area. Treatment area: chest, buttocks, thighs, shoulders.Regular use of such a product allows you to improve the blood supply to the body and saturate it with oxygen, improve mobility and flexibility. Benefits are obtained from using MB5 pre-workout to activate muscle tissue and warm up the body. Can be used for acupressure, roll large muscles due to its increased size. Rubber massagers have high quality materials, therefore they do not deteriorate from frequent and intensive use.

• MB2 - double balls with a diameter of 6.6 cm, allowing to work out the back and neck. Thanks to the connection of two spheres and the ability to set the optimal distance between them, you can effectively affect the deep muscles of the cervical spine and back. With a sedentary lifestyle or similar loads, the back and neck become enslaved and need relief and massage. It is difficult to do self-massage in these areas, but with the help of this massager it is possible. Thanks to a special technology for creating a double ball, it has different rigidity, therefore it massages problem areas with different intensities. Regular use of such a massager relieves pinching, crunching, discomfort in the indicated area, and also improves blood circulation and oxygen supply to the brain.

• Grid Ball is a soft massage ball with a relief structure. The diameter of the product is 12.6 cm. You can use such a massager on any area. They will not be able to achieve a deep impact, but it is possible to relieve pain and discomfort in the muscles.

• Mobi Point is a small ball with spikes, thanks to which you can influence the area of ​​the hands and feet. The density of the product is medium, which allows you to achieve an optimal effect without causing discomfort. The massager is not prickly, but the protrusions allow for an additional massage effect.

• Needle - an inexpensive rubber massager that has different sizes, lengths and frequency of spikes. This product can be suitable for all family members and can help relieve minor pain in the neck, back, arm and leg muscles. There are balls on sale in sizes 5, 6, 7, 10, 23 cm, which are suitable for different zones. The smaller the product, the smaller the muscle bundle it can work out. There are also very large needle massagers - fitballs. Their diameter can be 65 cm or more; both children and adults can work on them by performing certain exercises. A gym ball will relax the spine, back muscles and abs, activate blood circulation and relieve tension from the whole body.

When thinking about purchasing a massage ball, you should make sure that the product is of high quality and durable. Trusted and reliable brands make sure that their products are manufactured in compliance with all rules and regulations, and unknown small companies can create products with a low level of quality.

Among the manufacturers of massage balls that have proven themselves on a good side, there are several brands.

• Aptonia is a rubber ball with a textured surface. Thanks to the rigid base and small protrusions, it is possible to massage the back, buttocks and any problem areas with high quality. Small dimensions and weight make the product mobile and convenient to use anywhere.

• Decathlon is a smooth massager measuring 7.5 cm and weighing 200 grams. The compact size allows you to successfully use the product on any surface, carry it to work or to the gym. The smooth surface is easy to clean, so the ball stays clean at all times. The sufficient weight of the product makes it easy and comfortable to massage problem areas of the back, arms, legs and buttocks.

• Torneo - fitball with spikes can have different levels of rigidity: Power line, Energy line, Fit line, Relax line, Basic line, Kids line. Depending on the desire and need, you need to choose the right version of the massager. The size of the product must be selected according to height, there are options with a diameter of 45, 55, 65, 75 and 85 cm. A spiked ball is needed for those who have back problems or an urgent need to fully relax the muscles of the lower back and relieve the spine.

• "Miracle Ball" is a medical massager in the form of a ball with non-sharp spikes. The product is produced in Russia, its cost is low. The massager has a large number of indications that can be found on the site with these products. Using a massage ball for feet, hands, fingers, you can restore their normal activity, relax problem areas, create the necessary nerve impulses and load on the specified areas.

To buy one good massage ball, and not to collect a whole range of products of different shapes and effects, you need to know what to look for when choosing. There are several criteria worth paying attention to.

• Dimensions (edit) - depending on the zone where the massage will be carried out, it is necessary to select the diameter of the future massager. For a point study, a ball of 2.5-5 cm is suitable, for a more extensive massage - products of 7-13 cm, for a full study of the large muscles of the body, you can take a fitball.

• Surface features - there are balls with a smooth, bumpy and spiked surface. The choice must be made based on the indications that exist for certain problems, as well as personal preference. The main thing is that the massager is easy to wash and has a strong base, otherwise it will quickly become unusable.

• Density - massagers can be soft, medium in density and hard. Depending on the degree of impact on the muscles, a certain option must be used. The harder the product, the deeper the impact.

• Mass - The weight of the balls may vary. The heavier it is, the easier it is to work with it, and the less chance it will deform and deteriorate quickly.

• Brand name - a reliable manufacturer spends more time on quality control, so it is worth buying goods from well-known brands rather than cheap counterparts.

• Additional features - a number of manufacturers strive to create competitive products, therefore they supplement massagers with new functions. On sale you can find products with vibration, with the ability to heat or cool equipment. The choice of additional features is not a top priority, if the options allow, and the rest of the parameters are fine, you can buy any of the options offered.

To use the massage ball correctly, you need to know the basics of its use.

• Massage by rolling the ball over the surface with your hands. The effect will depend on the degree of pressure.

• Massaging the muscles while sitting on the massage ball in small circular movements.

• Moving the massager along the back, clamping it between the back and the wall, rolling it up and down.

You can roll the ball in a circular motion, forward and backward, right and left. For massage, the pressure will be small, for deep muscle work - maximum. This product can be used on all parts of the body, excluding the spine. The massager is suitable for both children and adults, the main thing is to choose the right set of exercises.