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Foam Rollers
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Self-massage using Foam rollers
Foam rollers are commonly cylindrical in shape although other shapes are available. Foam rolling is a comparatively new massage technique and focusses on myofascial release through self-massage. Foam roller varieties are available with either flat or projected surfaces, and with varying levels of firmness.
When do you use a foam roller?
Foam rollers are often used to help reduce muscle tension and stiffness. Foam rollers allow the user to place pressure onto trigger points (knots) and adhesions in muscles. This provides relief through releasing muscle tension and loosening up the muscle. Foam rollers are recommended for athletes (e.g. post-training) and for physiotherapists (e.g. during rehabilitation). Foam rolling can be performed both prior to training as a warm-up, and after training as a cool-down.
Benefits of Foam rolling
Foam rolling offers many benefits: it helps improve blood circulation, releases trigger points, enhances flexibility, reduces muscle pain and helps prevent future injuries.
Purchasing foam rollers
PhysioSupplies offers a wide range of foam rollers from a variety of brands, such as TriggerPoint, Pure2Improve, RumbleRoller, Blackroll, as well as our own PhysioSupplies brand: FS. It is advices that beginners start with a soft foam roller. Those with more experience in foam rolling would likely benefit from a firmer foam roller. If you need any additional information and/or advice regarding selecting the foam roller that is right for you, do not hesitate to contact your customer service customer service. We always offer free non-binding purchase advice.