Homedics PA-5H Therapist Select Hand Held Percussion Massager (Includes Heat and 2 Attachments)
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Customer Reviews of Homedics PA-5H Therapist Select Hand Held Percussion Massager (Includes Heat and 2 Attachments)
Customer Review: very powerful massager
Summary: 5 Stars
I have a few massagers at home, some supposedly powerful ones recommended by different friends/relatives. I suffer with a chronic excruciating pain on my upper left shoulder between backbone and shoulderblade which affects the use of my left hand somewhat. After trying my many massagers and not getting any relief, I decided (after reading the reviews on this massager) to get this one especially with Amazon having the best price on it. OMG what a shock when I took this monster out of the box. It was beautifully heavy, I told myself I don't need to bother my entire family anymore to massage my shoulder. I thought to myself if this baby performs as good as it feels, I would be in business. Well, long story short, it did and also exceeded my expectations, I did not even know they made massagers this powerful. Its like being in a huge massage machine vibrating on my back - hmmm massage heaven indeed. I felt this thing under my muscles actually touching that spot deep inside my shoulder blade. You know, just buy the thing and get it over with, you will never regret this purchase.Customer Review: Immediate relief
Summary: 5 Stars
1) It relieved tightness and aches in my calves the first time I used it, and they stayed comfortable the rest of the day. Normal stretches and other kinds of massage never helped.
2) Using a mouse for any length of time make my shoulder ache. This massager removed the tightness and ache immediately.
3) It feels very good on my lower back, but didn't seem to relieve or improve anything ... until my back "slipped" the other day, resulting in pain and weakness. This is a chronic problem, and the only way to recover from it has been to see a good Chiropractor. I used the new Percussion Massager and a Shiatsu Back cushion (which I've been using for a long time), and the problem went away. This has never happened before, and I still can't really believe it happened now. The timing couldn't have been better, as the problem developed early on Christmas Eve, and I was facing a long, uncomfortable weekend. The acid test will be the next time(s) my back has a problem: will the Percussion Massager work again?
Customer Review: This is a keeper! Excellent product!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
This massager has helped my back tremendously!! More so than the PT and chiropractor who just want to keep you coming in so they can rack up the bucks!! The back surgeon wanted to cut [OUCH!!] and offered 2 surgeries, if the first one didn't work he had another one up his sleeve!!@# I have learned my lesson from these vendors!! Everyone wants a "quick fix". Injuries to your back take time to heal and this massager is wonderful. I do not have a lot of strength in my arms to hold this on my back, but laying on my side using it and letting the weight do the work works! Another mention was made of the shortness of the cord...an extension cord is the answer...also using a bath towel to cover the area you are massaging helps for comfort. And reading "Healing Back Pain" by John E. Sarno, M.D. holds the "truth". You will not regret reading it!Customer Review: Best massager ever
Summary: 5 Stars
You can even do your whole body massage by yourself by lying on one side in bed and allowing the weight of the massager to do most of the work. Then go to leaning on the massager as you guide it up your back to your neck. That done, change sides and complete the job, or let a friend help. It's really quite fantastic! When we finish the massage there is a rush of calm and comfort that is amazing. I've never found a better unit. One small caveat: if you press to abruptly on bare skin like around the back of the neck the skin can get pinched. Wear clothes or cover with a towel to preven this. Enjoy!Customer Review: A good sort of pain
Summary: 5 Stars
I have used other massagers from this brand, so I was nervous to switch to yet another new version. Fortunately, this unit made improvements over my prior massagers. The percussion massagers glide smoothly, the speed adjustment is useful, and unit has good heft. In fact, it could be a little too heavy for some users. The foam grip handle, while useful, also appears likely to be the first point to wear out on the unit.
Overall, the unit does a nice job of working through the soreness in my back. So, this inexpensive unit earns a five star rating.