Myofascial Releaser - the Original - Physical Therapy Tool For Rehabilitation and Pain Relief - IAFM IASTM Tools

I have struggled with the neck pain and headaches for a long time and had tried many different things like chiropractor services, yoga, acupuncture...Little did I know that the pain was the cause of adhesions that have formed over the years from wrong postures and sitting work lifestyle. I have also tried some inexpensive versions of gua sha tools that had little to no effect to my condition. I have been hesitating to purchase the tool because of the price. Honestly, it was a little over my budget and at this point I didn't know if there was anything that could help me feel better anymore. But one day I decided that I should really give it a try. When i got the box I was surprised how smooth and shiny the tool was. It was made out of stainless steel. It also came with the book of instructions and the Emollient. This Myofascial Releaser had made a big difference for me after trying all different kind of methods. It is very well designed and allows for the proper pressure to the muscle when used. The relief from stiffness came immediately. I am very happy with this purchase and would highly recommend it! It worked wonders for me and I can truly say that it was one of the best investments I have made in my health so far.

I purchased this tool two years ago to use on scar tissue after carpal tunnel surgery. Had I known about this earlier and understood myofascia release earlier I wonder if I could have avoided this surgery. I am an RN by profession and not a physical therapist or massage therapist, however, having recently had breast cancer surgery and resultant chording. (AWS) as well as mild lymphoedema I have found this tool and the emollient very useful. I did not receive the accompanying book when I purchased the tool but an email to the company remedied that quickly. I was very impressed and appreciative of their quick response. For me , there has been a a small learning curve in using the tool (although it’s pretty intuitive) but it is solid, easy to hold and the different surfaces are useful in a variety of ways. The tool itself gliding over my skin amplifiers and helps me identify the areas of fascia I need to address . I hope this review is helpful for anyone with similar issues.

I ordered a set of 5 stainless steel tools on here for roughly same price as this one and I would honestly say this single tool was much more "worth it" than the set. The material that it's made of is very high quality, it has a solid weight to it so you don't have to use as much pressure which is a huge hand saver, but the way this tool works the tissue as opposed to lesser quality tools is what really separates this product. It's much less harsh so it's easier to work with and you can feel the "grains" much better. The versatility of this tool is also worth noting! It's double beveled so you can work in both directions without having to flip the instrument, the curves, edges, and holes allow for a variety of different grips to hit different areas. It also comes with a nice anatomy book which also serves as an instruction manual. Overall 5/5

If it’s nice in my hand. Great for neck work.

I am a physical therapist and had been looking to purchase an IASTM instrument for personal use. I am a big fan of IASTM in the clinic (for the appropriate patient) and would often find myself at home or at a family member's home wishing I had the tools with me. My first thought was to buy ONE or TWO instruments to that end but the other brands were just not in my budget. I heard about these from a co-worker, looked around on Amazon and decided on this Ellipse tool. It is lighter weight than the ones in the clinic but durable and extremely versatile. It is very easy to handle with one hand, perfect to use on yourself. Though the feedback of the soft tissue you're working on is different from those of tools used in the clinic, you can still get that vibratory feedback which lets you know you are addressing the appropriate soft tissues that have adhesions. As an aside, I used it on my 90-yo mom last night for back stiffness...5-6 minutes of work followed by two stretches and she was completely asymptomatic. I love this tool for its versatility, ease of use, and cost effectiveness!

Where to begin...I am a coach who works over 200 athletes each year (runners, wrestlers, sprinters, lacrosse, soccer, etc). I have been a big fan of Myofacial massage for years, but had mainly used foam rollers and many massages. Last year, I got a $5 tool which did the job but... was a lot of work for seemingly small results. When I saw the Ellipse tool, I knew I had to acquire it... and it did not disappoint. The difference was noticeable immediately. The shape of the tool fits beautifully along every muscle group: from calves to quads, from backs to achilles tendons... this tool has an edge that works perfectly. I can equally service my 250 pound heavy weight wrestler and my 89 pound distance girl. The tool also fits nicely into your hand. The three circles allow for easy gripping, especially when the tool is slippery. It is easy to find a comfortable position.The effectiveness is also amazing. With the other tool, I had to go over a muscle 10-12 times before redness would appear. With the Ellipse, I am getting petechiae after 4-5 passes. I actually had to change when I serviced my athletes, because the tool was too effective to be used close to races.It is safe to say I am a massive new fan and I hope to have this tool throughout the rest of my coaching career.