Do massage guns actually work for muscle recovery?

Yes multiple studies confirm that percussive therapy increases blood flow to targeted muscles, reduces delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) by up to 30%, and improves range of motion. Massage guns work by rapidly applying pressure pulses that override pain signals and break up fascial adhesions. They are not a replacement for proper warm up, cool down, and sleep, but they are a legitimate recovery tool used by professional athletes and physical therapists.