Is it recovering From marathon training or trying to unbutton your shoulders after a few hours of trying to stoop on the screen, percussion therapy can help. Theragody has long led the massage gun space, and its Theragun Pro Plus (6th generation) is the company’s most ambitious model. It is known for its deep-tissue percussion therapy Theragun for its thermal therapy, vibration and near-infrared LED technologies to provide an all-in-one recovery tool. This is Jack Hammer, which is part of the spa treatment (a general safety guide here, here).
There is even an optional cold therapy attachment. The handheld version is better – you won’t let me in cold water in this life.
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Photo: Boutayna Chokrane
At $600, the Pro Plus is an investment that looks important. The frosted black sleeve (made from durable plastic and TPU) feeds solid, OLED screen gives it a luxurious edge, while the triangle multi-frame design helps distribute weight to reduce wrist strain. Still, it’s 3.63 pounds (without attachments), the heaviest Theragun to date. Holding it on for a long time will feel like a workout.
The OLED screen has a force gauge so you can see exactly the pressure you want to apply. I like this feature because for me, putting more pressure on me is a subtle push. This is also useful for others who may be too hard.
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Photo: Boutayna Chokrane
The Pro Plus comes with seven accessories: standard five (shock absorber, standard ball, thumb, micro dot and wedge), and two dedicated heads for percussion and vibration therapy. The heated accessories are available in three temperature settings (113°F, 122°F, 131°F). Its heat pad is not as hot as a heating pad, but when paired with a percussion it feels like a spa.
I started exercising before using it on the quad, which had a significant impact on how stiff I went into the rotation class. The Pro Plus is also compatible with Therabody’s cold therapy attachment, but at an extra $89, it feels like a salesperson. After the test, I also said that this is not necessary unless you are a fan of contrast therapy.
What different attachments are used?
- Damper: Used for tender muscles or bone areas.
- Standard ball: Used for full body massage to reduce tension.
- thumb: For trigger points and lower back to relieve knots.
- Micro dots: Increase stimulation and circulation.
- wedge: For the shoulder blade, it straps, scratches and rinses.
- percussion: Relax stiff muscles and speed up recovery.
- vibration: Used in pain, circulation and sensitivity treatments on muscles and joints.
- Cold therapy (sold separately): Relieve pain, swelling and inflammation.
How to clean my Theragun?
According to Therabody’s website, use only a magic eraser or a damp cloth to erase the device. This also works for most accessories, except SuperSoft (not compatible with Pro Plus).
Recover or overkill?
Pro Plus offers when it comes to power. Its 16mm amplitude and five-speed setting (1,750-2,400 rpm) make it one of the most intense massages on the market. The redesigned EQ-150 brushless motor is also 20% quieter than the previous generation, which is a nice improvement. If you have a roommate or pet, it is not quiet, but shouldn’t be very troublesome. Battery life varies according to the features you use, but the standard setting is about 150 minutes.
That said, some features may feel extra. For example, the Treatment Bureau touted its near-infrared LED therapy as a recovery therapy that increases blood flow and reduces muscle soreness. Company research can support this, but in daily use, it is difficult to notice the effect unless you recover from the damage. There is also a built-in biometric sensor for heart rate tracking, but in reality, it doesn’t add to my experience and I rarely use it.
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