Relieving your aches and pains was once only possible with regular visits to a masseuse. Today, there are a myriad of products on the market that are designed to alleviate sore, post-workout muscles, accelerate recovery, reduce back pain and help tired feet.

Whether you’re young or elderly, DIY massagers can help work into your tissue to target the source of pain and improve circulation. They’re a cost-effective solution and they can be used without anybody’s help in the comfort of your own home.

One such product is the Homedics Handheld Physio Massager – White, which has five interchangeable massage heads, including round, acupressure flat and targeted. These allow you to customise your massage and reach every muscle. Better yet, it’s also lightweight, features cordless operation and will run for up to an hour from full charge, so you can pop it in your gym bag for convenience. At under $120, this massager is a cheaper alternative than paying a professional time and time again.

Say goodbye to those stiff joints and tight muscles with the Wahl Heat and Ice Massage Gun – a premium model, featuring five intensity levels that can offer up to 3200 pulses per minute. It has an ergonomic design, which makes it comfortable to hold and operate, and there are five interchangeable massage heads to help target specific muscles and areas of the body. The all-important heat and ice function harnesses the benefits of temperature – heat to help dilate blood vessels and stimulate blood flow, while ice can help to reduce inflammation. The quiet, deep-tissue massager also boasts one hour of cordless run time and the long, adjustable handle means those aching hard-to-reach back muscles are covered. Plus, it comes with a two-year warranty.

If you have tired, aching feet, then treat yourself every day to a soothing foot massage in the comfort of your own home with the Homedics Supreme Foot and Calf Massager. This relaxing massager features four optional massage modes, encourages circulation and aids in calming the body down. With nearly 80 five star reviews, this is a great option for someone who craves a foot massage after a long day.

Alternatively, try the Sharper Image Vibrating Foot Massager with Heat. This massager may look like a cosy pair of slippers, but it does far more than just warm your feet. Slide your feet into the fleecy foot pockets and relax. With two levels of vibration massage plus optional gentle heat, it’s the ultimate foot massager during the winter months. It also fits most foot sizes – up to men’s 12 and women’s 14 – and plugs into an AC outlet.

If you suffer from back aches and pains, you will love the Wahl Shiatsu Massage Seat Cushion. It comes with four deep-kneading Shiatsu massage nodes that travel up and down your back, providing a deep, invigorating circular and pressure point massage that helps soothe stiff muscles, relieving discomfort and reducing soreness caused by tough workouts, sedentary sitting or everyday stiffness. It’s easy to attach to nearly any chair so keep it on the couch or take it work!

For those hard-to-reach areas and a deeper tissue massage, the Wahl Deep Tissue Percussion Massager is an ideal solution with four head attachments. This total body massager is ergonomically designed with a long handle, making it comfortable to use and perfect for reaching the neck, shoulders, upper back, lower back and hamstrings. The deep tissue percussion movements target stress and tension and the variable speed setting adjusts the intensity – gentle and relaxing – or intense and soothing for those who like a firmer, deep tissue massage.

If you’re on a budget and on-the-go, the Wahl Compact Massager is our top pick. Featuring five attachments to customise your massage experience, it will target stress and tension spots. You have two speed settings to choose from, which make it easy to adjust the intensity, and being small and compact, this massager can be transported anywhere. It even has a facial sponge for a full face massage. Combine that with a scalp massage and you’re in relaxation heaven!

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