An important stage in the prevention of diseases of the spine and back muscles is massage. If there are no contraindications, it can be done at home using massagers. They are electrical devices with movable elements, the manipulation of which should be similar to the manual action of the master. According to the principle of operation, these devices are classified as follows:

• manual mechanical - inexpensive, easy to use, but require constant effort and are often ineffective;
• electric roller - they operate from the mains, accumulator or batteries and allow to massage the deeper layers of the skin with high quality;
• vacuum - create strong massage pressure and provide the back muscles with a good massage, however, they require some skill in control;
• vibration - transmit mechanical vibrations from the working element to the treated area and thereby contribute to the removal of spasms and toning;
• ultrasonic - they are distinguished by the effectiveness and painlessness of the session, but they are better suited for cosmetic massage of the face and neck, and not for restorative work with the back.

Many models combine several types of exposure and are supplemented with useful options such as IR heating, a countdown timer with auto-off, automatic programming, etc. Their presence significantly increases comfort, prevents misuse and increases efficiency. According to reviews, after the first self-massage session at home, a person feels relief in the area where pain was previously present. After a full course of 5-10 procedures, it goes away completely, posture improves, and efficiency increases.

However, when buying and using the device, you need to understand that back massage is one of the methods of physiotherapy that has an impressive list of contraindications: diabetes mellitus, renal failure, an installed pacemaker, bleeding, fever. This list is not provided in full, therefore, a specialist consultation before use is required. It is equally important to take a responsible approach to the choice of a massager, and to simplify it, we have compiled a rating of the best, in our opinion, models that have earned high marks in user reviews and are distinguished by high functionality.

Top 5 best back massagers

5 Planta MP-010B

Manual massagers have a common significant drawback: they are designed to manipulate the hands, and self-massage with their help does not lead to complete relaxation. Whether it is a massage pillow model MP-010B from the American brand Planta: if the body requires rest, place it comfortably under the lower back or under the shoulders and turn on the necessary operating mode - with IR heating, without it, or combined. The massage rollers will stretch the tense areas of the back using the Japanese Shiatsu massage technique, relieve spasms, prevent or relieve osteochondrosis manifestations.

You can use the device at home, at work, in a car - an additional adapter is included in the kit for connecting to a car power supply, and when connected to a regular outlet, the length of the power cord allows you to comfortably sit at a certain distance from it. The massager is attached to the headrest of a chair or car seat with a special belt, and after turning it on, no additional action is required from the person.

4 VACU Expert Beauty Gesatone

To eliminate cellulite bumps and folds on the back, cosmetologists offer a special type of massage - vacuum. To carry out it at home, an electric massager VACU Expert Beauty was developed, which is able to work out a deep layer of subcutaneous fat and even out the skin by breaking cellulite granules.This combined effect was made possible by the double action of a special roller attachment: when the skin is pulled in (the aspiration force can be smoothly adjusted), the skin surface is simultaneously treated with ribbed rollers, which causes a rush of blood to the problem area and stimulates lymph drainage.

The results are quite vividly described in the reviews: the back stops aching, folds are gradually smoothed out, the skin becomes elastic and looks better. An additional advantage of this massager is the ability to operate without connecting to the mains (there is a built-in battery with a capacity of 600 mAh), the presence of additional can nozzles and 4 automatic programs for different parts of the body and face.

3 Medisana ITM

The secret of manual massage lies in the exchange of natural warmth and skillful pressure on certain points and areas of the back. Modern electrical devices like the ITM massager from the German company Medisana, although not capable of 100% copying of human touch, are convenient for use at home. And they also perform movements that are beyond the power of even the most professional master, namely vibrate with a frequency of 2-3 thousand movements per second (!).

Reviews say that this vibration frequency, together with infrared heating, provides a clear effect in the form of breaking fat on the back, tightening the double chin and strengthening the muscles. Nevertheless, to get the result, you need an integrated approach and regular massage procedures for about 15 minutes. The device works from a 220V network, has a stepless intensity adjustment and is ready to serve the owner without fail for at least 3 years.

2 FitStudio massage mattress

Long motionless sitting and the associated overstrain in the back is the scourge of modern man. But if he has a FitStudio massage mattress, the problem of fatigue and weakness at the end of the working day disappears. Unlike other electric massagers, it is used in a supine position, which is already a significant respite for the spine. However, you can just lie down on a regular bed, and the device got into the rating of leaders thanks to a full set of massage modes: it “knows how” to knead, pat, rub, tap and press on bioactive points.

The modes can be switched manually at will, or you can resort to an automatic program, adjusting the speed and strength of the impact so as not to feel the slightest discomfort. There are also buttons "Back", "Neck", "Loin", "Hips", by clicking on which you can work out the corresponding parts of the body. The ergonomics of the device are well thought out: it has pockets for the remote control, the required number of Velcro fasteners, and an anti-slip coating. And all this, please note, at a very reasonable cost.

1 Homedics BMSC-5000H-EU

With this massage cape, you can forget the dream of an expensive massage chair. To get a high-quality back massage without attracting strangers, it is enough to throw it on an ordinary chair or car seat. The cover is firmly attached to them with an elastic strap, has an ergonomic design with lateral support, so it is very difficult to distinguish it from a genuine massage chair.

The device pleases with its functional capabilities: the user has 14 different massage programs (rolling, swing, heating the body with IR lamps, impact on acupuncture points using the Shiatsu method, etc.), as well as adjusting the intensity of the study and the distance between the rollers according to the height and needs of the person , cushioned headrest, wired remote control and hitchhiking after 1 to 5 minutes of continuous massage. All the information sources we have verified have commendable reviews of this product, indicating its excellent quality, efficiency and reliability.