Banish those knots for good and feel your stress melt away. 

Banish those knots for good and feel your stress melt away. 

With so many of us hunched over the computer these days, it's no wonder our bodies are suffering. We've got tired, screen-fried eyes, restless legs and stiff necks from staring at a screen.

While the obvious solution to the problem is to STEP AWAY from the computer, that's not always possible. Nor is it always possible to head to a physio or a massage therapist. But getting yourself a good at-home neck and shoulder massager is a great alternative for those in-between days when you need to work out your knots but you probably don't need the full Thai massage experience. We've rounded up some of our favourites to keep on standby.

This has over 2000+ positive reviews on Amazon and I'm one of them! Well, not really cos I haven't officially reviewed it, but consider this my official review. I have this back and neck massager and it's fantastic. I like a good, hard massage and this does the job, with heat beads being an added bonus to really help work those knots out. It has eight deep-kneading nodes which are designed to simulate the human fingers so it feels as close to the real thing as possible. With multiple intensities and three speed levels, there's bound to be a setting that works for you. While it's billed as a neck and shoulder massager, the design means you can wrap it around anywhere you're feeling tension, so it's great for thigh and calf muscles, lower back pain or really anywhere that is need of a bit of love.

This soft and comfy massage pillow is just what the doctor ordered for total tension release and relaxation. It has both a vibrating and a kneading function along with two rotating massage heads to imitate human hands. The cushioned shape supports the neck and it's battery operated and rechargeable, lasting 100 minutes on a single charge - which is longer than most massage parlours!

This rechargeable neck and back massager is great for taking on the road or even for relieving tension after a workout. It provides a firm kneading motion with optional added heat and has plenty of great reviews. "Strong powerful massager," writes one, adding, "Lots of massagers are not strong enough but this is. I use it almost all day every day. I have to charge it every day though because of my frequent use. But I’m ok with that. It charges very quickly too. Love it!!!"

This inexpensive device uses a vibration massage to help to reduce neck pain and tension while a soothing heat relieves pain and tension. It has two massage modes - low for relaxing and high for therapeutic - and is lightweight and portable. "Bought it as a gift for my friend, and she loves it! Gives sore muscles relief, and can be used while watching TV," says one reviewer.

There's nothing more relaxing than the full-body massage experience and this is a highly-rated yet still super affordable model if you want to just sit on the couch and let your daily aches and pains just literally melt away. This seat can be height adjusted so it's perfect for all shapes and sizes and fits perfectly behind any neck. It has eight deep-kneading massage nodes which move up and down the seat, targeting tension areas and helping you to completely relax. You can also choose to target one of three areas if you have a more specific pain. It also has a vibrate mode and a heat option, helping to completely soothe your muscles. With thousands of positive reviews and an average of 4.2/5 stars, it's a fantastic buy.

A fantastic professional massage from the comfort of your own home is pretty much guaranteed with this luxe shiatsu model from Homedics. There are three speed settings giving you a choice of intensity and the option of heat if you want a more relaxing and therapeutic experience. Those with chronic pain conditions report that it's particularly effective. "This is the best for my pain and muscles and I am very pleased for the relief... I have Ankylosing spondylitis, and fibromyalgia and it really helps."

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This cordless massage pillow can be used specifically as a pillow under your neck or anywhere that needs supporting - the arch of your back on a long car ride or at a desk, or under your neck when you need to relieve tension. Offering different settings including vibration, heat and shiatsu kneading, there's definitely one that will work for whatever muscles need relief.

The number one best-selling electric massager on Amazon, this RENPHO Massage Gun is on the affordable side - but it's still super powerful, with 20 adjustable speed forces up to 3200RPM. The battery will last up to eight hours after a single charge, and there are six different heads to target every type of muscle and pain. The device is easy to use with a simple interface and is actually reasonably quiet despite its strength. It comes with a storage case to keep everything neatly together.

One of the newest massage guns to be released on the Aussie market, this model from Solbasium is next-level good. Perfect for a pre-workout treatment to loosen up those stiff and sore limbs or post-workout to release tension and reduce downtime before you hit the weights again, or just for working out neck tension at the end of a long work day. It has six operating speeds so you can be sure to find one that suits you, and is designed with a 24-volt motor, giving 13mm amplitudes of power. What does this mean? Basically, it means this massage gun will penetrate deeper into your muscles and tissues, accelerating muscle repair after workouts. Want even more bells and whistles? It also comes with a built-in USB charger so you can charge your phone while you work out. Portable, lightweight, and super easy to use, this is a fantastic all-around model.

You need only look at the reviews on these devices to see just how worthwhile of an investment they are, with plenty of people swearing that they are the key to relieving sore and tired muscles and keeping bodies feeling loose and limber, especially when you can't easily duck up to the physio.

A review of the RENPHO Massage Gun said "I do a lot of running and sports and this massage gun works very well to relieve my muscle tension and aches very quickly. It is very quiet whilst operating and comes in a carry case, which is very convenient to bring around when travelling too. So portable!" While there are plenty of options out there and some can be very expensive, the general consensus is that they definitely do a good-to-great job: not quite as amazing as going for an actual massage, but pretty darn close. For my money - and as someone who suffers from rheumatoid arthritis and all the joint and subsequent muscle tension that arises, I find I need fortnightly massages to work out my aches and pains. Currently in lockdown in Sydney, it's been four months since my last massage, and I've been using my RENPHO neck massager pretty regularly and again, while it's not really a replacement for the real thing, it's much more affordable and definitely does the job.

You can use a neck massager or a massage gun up to three times a day as long as you're comfortable. Most devices are only recommended for use for around 15-20 minutes but there are some (like the massage chair) that are good to use for a bit longer to get the total full-body relaxation experience. up to three times per day.

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