TRIGGERPOINTSTK Handheld Massage Stick

This product has been a game changer for me. It is easy to use and very well made. I use my foam roller much less frequently. I use it extensively on my quads, hamstrings, and my calves.

Very comfortable grips, smooth rolling action, excellent muscle massager

I used to run and have had a problem with my calves muscles (esp. anterior tibialis) for years. The muscles get very tight and hard, and I read that it's due to muscle weakness and overuse. I noticed certain areas are sore as soon as I started rolling. I’ve been using this in addition to [TriggerPoint GRID Foam Roller Original (13-inch)] on my calves about 3-5 times a week, and I've already noticed an improvement in my symptoms after about a month.I tried the Performance GRID STK Handheld Foam Roller Regular Density (since doesn't roll smoothly, hard to exert pressure and roll at the same time) and the travel edition (the pointy massage roller poke uncomfortably), but for my calves, this was the best. It rolls smoothly. The rollers are made of foam that doesn't have much give (it's much harder than the GRID roller foam). The design makes it easy to get the muscle area right next to the shin bone without rolling over the bone. The roller does bend a little bit, but not a lot, which is good because you can exert as much pressure as you'd like.I've also used on other muscle groups (upper legs, forearms). The shoulder is a bit tricky, but when you are able to stabilize the roller, it works very well (just be careful as the handle can leave a black mark on the wall).

I bought this Trigger Point Massage Stick after having used the one at my PT for 2 years after 2 knee replacement surgeries. Now that I'm near graduating from ongoing PT, time to get the equipment that helped my recovery most for my home gym. Before I used this stick, I used a swivel roller stick to rub out adhesions from my muscles and other soft tissues. That product, which I still own and use, is complementary to this stick. The main reasons why: 1) It's much easier to grip this stick to stop the rolling motion which adds to the "pulling" of your tissues to aid stretching, 2) the knobby protrusions really do feel like your PT's fingers, 3) the handle offers another way to dig into your tissues. Overall, it's the application of friction on your skin and tissues that has a totally different impact to your recovery. The stick, at 21", is a little too big for air travel or most carry on bags. And since I have used it during this crazy COVID time, the materials have tolerated continuous and repeated exposure to industrial strength sanitizers. The rubbers and plastic have not suffered in the least. I love this stick and highly recommend it.

1. ThisItem was much bigger than the description on Amazon.2. You will notice that I did not order this product it was put on hold.3. The box was open when delivered. I do not know if it was damaged.4. Please note that I did except another of the same type back roller that was ordered.5. I do want to return it.

My wife bought this to work out tightness in her calves and thighs. She moans and groans, but said it has given her relief.

Works good on tight muscles

Worked well for me. The taper to the rollers helps the fit. I use it on my legs and lower back.