Wholesale Massage Guns – Definitive FAQ Guide

Massage Guns are an essential tool for athletes and gym-goers. Therefore, they have high demand in commercial gyms and distribution centers. 

If you are looking to buy wholesale massage guns, then you should have sufficient knowledge about them. They may look like simple equipment, but they have a lot of specifications and multiple complex parts. 

Multiple types of massage guns are available in the market which makes it difficult to choose one. 

To help you in this, we have written this comprehensive guide on massage guns. It will surely answer all your queries. 

So, let’s get started.

Table of Contents

Definition

A massage gun is used to massage sore muscles. Visually, it looks like a gun having multiple head attachments. Each type of attachment is dedicated to a different part of the body. 

There are multiple other names used for this device. You may hear people calling them percussive therapy guns, percussion guns, muscle guns, vibration therapy, or facial guns. 

Massage guns are widely used in commercial gyms and athletic training centers. 

Figure 1. Massage gun

Functions of Massage Gun

It is a device for physical therapy. It is most commonly used to relieve sore muscles, however, it can also be used for physical therapies for injuries. 

The following are a few benefits of using massage guns:

• Quicker recovery from injuries
• Prevent injuries that can be caused due to sore muscles
• Enhances muscle function
• Improves blood flow
• Improves flexibility
• Prevents muscles spasms 
• Reduces muscle pain 

Usage of Massage Gun

To better understand the advantages of a massage gun, you should know how it works. They are used to do percussive therapy on muscles. 

Percussion is the phenomenon of striking with force. The extent of this force depends on the type of head attachment being used with the machine. 

The attachments move with the motor and vibrate the muscles to perform deep massage. 

Due to this massage, the sore muscles are relaxed. 

Figure 2 – Percussion effect of a massage gun

Components of a Massage Gun

A massage gun has multiple components that give the percussion effect to relieve sore muscles. 

The 4 main components of a massage gun are as follows:

• Frame manufactured using ABS plastic
• Motor
• Bearing that connects the motor to the massage head
• PCBA board to run the motor

PCBA is the abbreviation for “printed circuit board assembly”. It is a technical component that can also be called the circuitry of the motor. 

Figure 3 – Parts of a massage gun

Advantages of Massage Guns

The following are some of the benefits of using massage guns

• Relaxes muscles
• Decreases inflammation
• Decreases muscle sore
• Reduces scarring and tissue adhesions
• Improves nervous system and muscle functioning
• Rehabilitation 

Figure 4 – Advantages of a massage gun

Relaxes Muscles

The vibrations produced by the massage gun relax muscles by decreasing their tightness. 

There are multiple other positive impacts of this relaxing effect on the muscles. It improves sleep quality, relieves stress, and improves the immune system. 

Decreases Inflammation

Inflammation refers to the redness, swelling, and pain in the muscles. It can be caused due to muscle soreness. 

Due to the percussive effect of the massage gun, the blood flow increases, and the extra fluids are drained from that region. 

As a result, inflammation decreases significantly. 

Decreases Muscle Sore

The vibration of a massage gun gives a heating effect to that area. It is synonymous with the traditional therapies for sore muscles using warm water. 

The warm kneading effect relaxes the muscles increasing mobility and decreasing muscle pain. 

Reduces Scarring and Tissue Adhesions

The deep massaging effect of the massage gun breaks down the scar tissue caused due to trauma or any injury. 

Improves Nervous System and Muscle Functioning

The vibrations of a massage gun stimulate the nervous system by acting as a sensory trigger. 

This effect promotes relaxation and reduces stress. 

Rehabilitation 

Massage guns are widely used for rehabilitation therapies. They accelerate the healing process and reduce the chance of future injuries. 

Importance of RMP and amplitude of a massage gun

RMP stands for revolutions per minute. It determines the speed of massage gun rotation. Whereas, amplitude refers to the intensity of the vibration of the massage gun. 

Figure 5 – Amplitude & RMP of a massage gun

The speed of a massage gun ranges from 2000rpm to 3000rpm. Some high-end massage guns may have a higher speed than this. The higher the speed of the rotation, the deeper and intense the massage would be. 

Amplitude also plays an important role in determining the quality of the massage. If a gun has an excellent amplitude, it would give a deep massage feeling even at low speed. 

The amplitude of a massage gun differs according to its quality and price. If you are looking for a massage gun that can do deep massages, invest in a high amplitude massage gun. 

Stall Force of a Massage Gun

Figure 6.  Stall force of a massage gun

The stall force of a massage gun, measured in pounds, is also known as the percussion force. 

This force dictates the intensity of the massage and can be referred to as the maximum force that a massage gun can apply. 

The following are the three intensities of stall force:

Soft massage: Range (20 – 30 pounds)

Moderate massage: Range (30 – 50 pounds)

Deep tissue massage: Range (50 pounds or above)

Designs of Massage Gun

Although massage guns come in a variety of designs, they do not have anything to do with the functioning of the gun. 

The designs are just meant to improve the aesthetics and to attract customers. You can choose a design that you like and suits the theme of your gym. 

There are a variety of designs in massage guns, but the three most common ones are as follows:

• Handheld design
• Jigsaw design
• Triangular frame design

Figure 7 – Three common designs of massage guns

Handheld Design

It is the standardized design for massage guns. You will commonly find massage guns with this design. They are also known as a standard handheld massager. 

Jigsaw Design

This frame was designed as a combination of the other two types of massage guns. Therefore, it can offer benefits of all types. 

Besides its slick look, it is very easy to hold and access to hard reach areas is also easier. 

Triangular Frame Design

The design of this frame resembles a theragun that was the first design for massage guns.

It is a versatile design that makes the gun easy to hold. Moreover, it is easier to massage the hard-to-reach areas using this design.  

Types of Attachment Heads for Massage Guns

There are 6 to 8 attachment heads available with every massage gun. Each type of head is used to target different muscles of the body. 

Figure 8 – Attachment heads for a massage gun

Round Head

This head is used to massage large muscles such as the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes. 

The round head is available in smaller sizes as well. It can be used for both small and large muscles. 

Bullet Head

This head is shaped like a bullet. They are used for small body parts such as feet and hands. 

It performs trigger point massage. It should not be used for more than 15 seconds in one area. 

Flat Head

It can be used for a full-body massage. However, they are efficient for small muscle areas such as the shoulder blades. 

Pneumatic Head

They are shaped like a spade, therefore, can also be called a spade head. It can be used for a full-body massage, especially on soft tissues. 

Spinal Head

It is also known as a U-shaped head. 

It is commonly used to massage the lower back and spine. While using, make sure that the head is placed on a thick muscle area and not on the bones. 

Foot Head

Foot head is used for acupuncture on feet soles and palms. 

First Massage Gun – Theragun

The first massage gun was Theragun. It was invented by a chiropractor named Dr. Jason. Be designed this equipment to treat his muscle injuries. 

Theragun had a primitive design. With the passage of time, more efficient designs and functionalities were introduced. 

This gun had a variety of intensities for stall force, RMP, and amplitude. Therefore, it could provide different intensities of massages. 

No matter how primitive Theragun was, the concept behind modern massage guns is still the same. Important factors to analyze while buying massage guns.

Figure 9 – The original theragun by Dr. Jason

Important Factors to Analyze while buying Massage Guns 

While choosing a wholesale massage gun, analyzing the following aspects to ensure you get the best product:

• Weight
• Type of battery
• Battery life
• Noise level
• Extra features
• Portability
• Warranty
• Attachment heads

Weight

The weight of a massage gun is an important factor since a lightweight machine is easy to use, especially in the case of a machine that you need to hold continuously. 

The average weight of a massage gun ranges from 3.5 to 5.5 lbs. 

However, you also need to keep in mind that a heavy machine will have multiple added features that might come in handy in a commercial setting. 

Type of battery

A massage gun can either have a removable or a fixed battery. The choice depends completely on your preferences. 

Although removable batteries require more time to charge, they can be easily replaced in case of damage. Besides, in some cases, you also get additional batteries with a massage gun. 

In the case of fixed batteries, they charge quicker than removable ones. However, they cannot be replaced once damaged. 

Battery Life

Massage guns should have a large battery life so they can be used without interruption. The battery life of a wholesale massage gun is usually more than 2 hours. 

Noise Level

The noise level of a massage gun is measured in decibels. An ideal gun should have a noise level ranging from 50 to 70 decibels. 

Make sure to personally check the nose level because no one likes to use a noisy machine. 

Choose a machine whose noise level is below 70 decibels. Otherwise, it will be a headache to use a machine with a high noise level. 

Extra Features

Almost all massage guns are similar. However, there are a few extra features in high-end machines

• Pressure sensors
• Heat therapy
• Bluetooth 

However, massage guns having these extra features are much more expensive than simpler ones. So you should only invest in them if these features are necessary. 

Besides the above-mentioned extras, some massage guns may have unique head attachments and extra batteries. These features are important in machines that are used in commercial gyms. 

Portability

A massage gun should be easy to carry around. This feature depends on the weight of the machine. 

It would be best if you buy a massage gun that comes with a case. It makes it easier to store the massage gun while traveling. 

Warranty

The warranty for any gym equipment should be considered carefully because you are investing your money in it. 

Carefully read the information provided by the manufacturer and in case of any ambiguity, make sure to ask the manufacturer about it. 

Attachment Heads

Massage guns have 4 to 8 head attachments depending on their price. However, there are multiple other types of attachments too. 

If possible, you can buy them separately. 

Customization options in a Massage Gun

The best part of buying wholesale massage guns is that you can easily customize them. Besides the main construction of the machine, you can customize all other aspects of it. 

Yanre Strength offers the following customization services for wholesale massage guns:

• Finish
• Color
• Logo (font and design)
• Packaging style 

Make sure to avail of these benefits if you are buying wholesale massage guns. This customization adds a personalized look to your massage guns.  

Tell us about your requirements and we will make sure to fulfill them. 

Massage guns are usually shipped in a box that serves as its permanent packaging. You can customize that packaging as well. 

Figure 10 – A wholesale massage gun with box

The box has multiple compartments dedicated to the parts of the massage gun. It is shipped in unassembled form. 

The assembly process of a massage gun is quite simple, you can easily do it by following the instructions given in the user manual. 

Yanre Strength always provides an easy to understand user manual that you can use to assemble the massage gun with any help. 

Conclusion

Massage gun is a commonly used product so you should have it in your commercial gym or distribution centers. 

To make the best purchase, carefully read all the instructions given in this article. 

Yanre Strength offers a variety of massage guns. We are sure that you will find something that suits your requirements. If you have any questions feel free to contact us. 

We also provide customized price quotes depending on your order quantity and specifications.