A necessary therapeutic tool.
Back Story: I bought the theragun to help with pain directly associated with an terrible late in life achilles rupture. The severity of the injury had me non weight bearing for 3 months causes severe atrophy of the many muscles of the L. Foot, Lower/Upper Leg, and Hip. From that time I have been treated by a LMT, and Rehabilitative Movement Coach. One of the tools that he used to help speed my recovery was the Theragun. I would leave each session feeling much better physically and psychologically than I did before the treatment. The psychological boost was a welcomed added benefit that I was not expecting. And, this psychological boost happened with every treatment with the Theragun.
Months later when I was able to work on strengthening those atrophied and weakened areas the muscle soreness was pretty epic and persistent. So I decided that I needed to purchase a Theragun of my own. I use it to massage the tired muscles of the leg, foot, and even low back after a good Legs and Hip/Gluteal work out. I have noticed the development of plantar fasciitis of my right foot. This is because my right foot has over compensated for the my injured leg for such a long time. So to make sure that my good leg and foot remains in good shape I give it daily treatments with the Theragun as well.
Theragun review: The unit is very well made. It feels good in the hand. It is ascetically pleasing. Comes in a nice looking and sturdy carrying case, along with spare therapeutic tips, charger, and two batteries and a 1 year warranty.
It is a bit on the louder side, and it may give off a tool type of smell after prolonged use. So you'd be remiss if you didn't remember that this actually a power tool. Those who enjoy tools won't mind at all. There are knock offs out there touting the same benefits but I wasn't buying. I knew what this unit was capable of, and what it did for me.
Cons: 1) Price, and 2) The aluminum name plate on the back of the gun fell off, so I had to super glue back on.
Final thoughts: It is a great therapeutic tool that does wonders for me. I use it every day to ensure that my recovery is as expeditious as possible. It is a little pricey but the physical and psychological benefits, along with fit and finish of the is great tool quickly justifies the price. I highly recommend it.