How to Use a Massage Gun for Forearm, Wrist & Hand Pain (Overuse Syndrome, Gamers, Computer Users)

Massage Gun for Forearm, Wrist & Hand Pain (Gamers & Computer Users)

If your hands cramp up after a long shift at the keyboard or a marathon gaming session, you're not alone — and you don't need a $100 massage appointment to feel better. In this video, Bob and Brad show you exactly how to use a massage gun to relieve forearm, wrist, and hand pain caused by repetitive overuse.

Why your hands hurt isn't just your hands

Here's the part most people miss: the muscles that move your wrist and fingers don't actually live in your hand — they originate up in your forearm. That means chasing pain only in your palm or fingers often skips the real source. Bob and Brad walk through exactly where to focus the massage gun on the front and back of the forearm to get to the muscles actually doing the work (and the overworking).

The right attachment makes all the difference

Not every massage gun head belongs on your hands and wrists. Using the wrong one can aggravate sensitive areas instead of helping. Bob and Brad break down which attachments work best for this region:

• Air-filled (pneumatic) attachment — the gentlest option, ideal for bony areas like the palm and the sides of the fingers

• Small round head — moderate intensity, especially effective for tendonitis or tenosynovitis when used sideways

• Bullet head — more aggressive, useful for digging into stubborn trigger points and knots in the forearm

• Plastic flat head — a moderate, versatile option that works well on the forearm

They also cover a targeted technique for a common gamer/typist complaint: pain at the base of the thumb, often linked to De Quervain's tenosynovitis. For this, a careful cross-fiber friction massage over the tendon can bring real relief.

Who this helps

This routine is built for anyone whose hands take a daily beating — gamers, programmers, writers, assembly-line workers, or anyone glued to a keyboard or controller. It's a simple, at-home self-treatment that takes just a few minutes and can be worked into a daily recovery routine.

Watch and download

Watch the full video for Bob and Brad's hands-on demonstration, and grab the free downloadable guide for a quick-reference rundown of attachments and techniques you can keep by your desk.