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Can this massage gun be used by arthritis patients who is 65 yr old ... ... ... ...is it safe to use .. ...
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No, kindly be very careful.
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No, it’s not safe to use the massage gun on the arthritis patient. It can increases the pain of that patient. If you have pain related to muscle stiffness. So you can use this massage gun strictly don’t use massage gun in arthritis.
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You can consult what to give in arthritis patient
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Using a massage gun directly on affected joints is generally not safe or recommended for a 65-year-old arthritis patient.
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It will not help you well better you go for Basti panchkarma it will help you well if you have osteoarthritis if you have rheumatoid arthritis don’t go any massage or oiling it will not help you
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If sam condition is there massage will not help that much. In pure niram, degenrative cases oil.massage will help but with simple application of oil with hand is helpful
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If you have rheumatoid arthritis or any other underlying joint condition, it is important to have it properly evaluated before using massage guns or similar devices. The treatment approach should be decided based on the underlying cause and condition.
Using a massage gun without proper assessment may sometimes aggravate pain or inflammation, particularly in conditions such as acute gout or other inflammatory joint disorders. Moreover, it can be difficult to accurately control the intensity and pressure applied by these devices, and excessive pressure may potentially worsen the symptoms rather than provide relief.
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Therefore, it is advisable to get the underlying joint condition assessed by an Ayurvedic doctor and choose an appropriate treatment method accordingly.
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No hand massage is safe for elderly patients with lukewarm oil
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For detailed treatment consult online
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Consult ayurveda physician for proper diagnosis and root cause of ailments before consuming any medicine
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Using this type of massage gun for an older adult with arthritis requires extreme cautions and is generally unsafe unless specific protocols are strictly followed.
These are more for business purposes rather than to real get benefits.
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Always consult a doctor before using such type of things that mainly you see on TV or insta
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using hand massage
cold or hot compression
some specific excercises
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No u must take medicine
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Better to communicate with ur family dr.
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It can be used but with proper precautions.
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Hello. Thank you for sharing the photo of your massage gun attachments. For a 65-year-old arthritis patient, most of these attachments are too aggressive and should not be used near arthritic joints. Here is the medical evaluation of the heads shown in your image:
1. Big Ball Head (Safe ONLY on large muscle groups): This is the softest and least aggressive head. It can be used carefully, but ONLY on large surrounding muscles (like calves, thighs, or glutes) to relieve muscle stiffness caused by altered gait. Strictly avoid placing it on bony joints or the kneecap.
2. Flat-Shape Head (Use with extreme caution): This provides a broader surface but can still deliver sharp percussive forces. It should not be used on or around inflamed, arthritic joints.
3. Bullet-Shape & Fork-Shape Heads (STRICTLY CONTRAINDICATED): These attachments are designed for deep tissue targeting and localized trigger points. Using them on an elderly arthritis patient can cause severe joint pain, bruising, cartilage trauma, or bone damage.
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* Stick to the Big Ball Head: If you must use the device for muscle stiffness, use only the "Big Ball Head" on the lowest possible speed setting.
* Keep it on Muscles Only: Never place the vibrating head directly on the knee joint, spine, wrists, or any bone. Glide it gently over meaty muscle areas only.
* Duration Limit: Do not use it for more than 1–2 minutes on any muscle area to prevent deep tissue soreness or capillary bruising.
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WORD OF CAUTION:
* No Use on Swollen Joints: If the joints are currently warm, red, or actively swollen (acute inflammatory phase), do not use any attachment anywhere nearby.
* Monitor Skin and Pain: Elderly skin is thin. Discontinue immediately if you notice any skin irritation, redness, or increased soreness after use.
* Clinical Preference: Safe physical rehabilitation for senior citizens is best achieved via active-passive range of motion exercises or specialized Ayurvedic Panchakarma treatments like Janu Basti rather than heavy percussive mechanical tools.
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Dr. Sowmya Kutikuppala
General Physician
2 yrs exp
Vijayawada
massage gun can be used but only on surrounding muscle tissue and never directly on the joints. Whether it is completely safe depends entirely on their specific type of arthritis, and your overall health… it will depend on your other medical history and tests.
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It would be great if you add further details ..THANK YOU !!
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Dr. Sushmita Balte
Ayurveda
2 yrs exp
Bidar
Its not safe what ever circumstantances present please consult doctors before using it on elderly arthrities patient .
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Dr. Priyanka Panchal
Ayurveda
8 yrs exp
Navi Mumbai
No, better you use lukewarm oil for massage after that use lukewarm water for muscle relaxation, it boosts blood flow and eases muscle spasms.
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Dr Raghuveer SN
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Hyderabad
No
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Dr. Danny Devasy
Ayurveda
22 yrs exp
Madurai
Hello there!
Massage gun delivers vibrations on the massage tip and this is used to relieve muscle spasms and sprains.
You may use it at your will. A professional help will be better
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