How to use

Turning on your device:
To turn on your Theragun Sense, firmly long press the center button on the device. The device’s LCD screen will light up when the device is on. Select “Quick Start” to begin using the device without a guided routine, or toggle through preset guided treatment routines using the up and down buttons and press the center button to select a treatment routine. Follow the preset treatment as the device guides you to move between muscle groups. Once your desired treatment is selected, toggle through the five speed options by pressing the up and down buttons to increase or decrease treatment speed, respectively.
 

Biometric sensor:
Use the Therabody app to access a catalog of breathing routines that utilize the biometric sensor to measure and display your heart rate. Routines that connect to the biometric sensor are labeled with the heart rate icon.

To use the device’s biometric sensor, hold the device in the ”double-grip” position while keeping the tip of your pointer (index) finger placed on the biometric sensor. Cover the entire sensor with the tip of your finger.
 

Connecting attachments:
Ensure that your device is powered off before connecting or removing any attachments. Align the attachment with the tip of the arm and push to connect. To remove the attachment, hold the triangle grip with one hand, and the attachment with the other hand. Place one finger on each side of the plastic connector and firmly pull off the attachment. Warning: Do not place your finger between the attachment and the end of the arm, as this may cause pinching or injury.

Firmly long press the same button to power off the device.

Hazards and Cautions

These recommendations are derived from consultation with medical experts and the published research in regards to precautions and contraindications for myofascial interventions.1 These recommendations are for every Theragun model except for the Theragun Pro Plus which you will find below.
 

Precautions:
Due care is required in these circumstances and the use of the devices may need to be modified (such as attachment used, the force applied, the position of the body, avoidance of use in direct contact with an area, etc). Where appropriate or if you have any concerns, seek the advice of a medical professional.

• Hypertension (controlled)
• Osteopenia
• Osteoporosis
• Pregnancy
• Diabetes
• Varicose veins
• Bony prominences or regions
• Abnormal sensations (e.g., numbness)
• Sensitivity to pressure
• Recent injury or surgery
• Scoliosis or spinal deformity
• Medications that may alter client sensations

Contraindications:
These are circumstances where the potential risks may outweigh the benefits. Therefore, it is advised that you should seek the advice of a medical professional before using the device.

• Skin rash, open wounds, blisters, local tissue inflammation, bruises, or tumors
• Deep vein thrombosis, osteomyelitis 
• Bone fracture or myositis ossificans
• Hypertension (uncontrolled)
• Acute or severe cardiac, liver, or kidney disease
• Neurologic conditions resulting in loss or altered sensation
• Direct application to the face, throat, or genitalia
• Bleeding disorder
• Recent surgery or injury
• Connective tissue disorders 
• Peripheral vascular insufficiency or disease
• Medications that thin the blood or alter sensations
• Direct pressure over surgical site or hardware
• Direct pressure over eyes or throat
• Extreme discomfort or pain felt by client
• Severe scoliosis or spinal deformity
• Pacemaker, ICD, or history of embolism