What is
the function of Rolflex?
Rolflex is a self-Massage roller made up of foam. The
Rolflex Pro is a portable foam roller that you can use to massage your muscles while avoiding the need to apply pressure on your body by using a traditional
foam roller. Unlike traditional foam rollers which require you to apply
pressure with your own weight (which can be tough for hard-to-reach areas), the
Rolflex Pro uses its two arms squeezing together to deliver targeted pressure
to specific muscles.
These foam roller inserts are designed to mimic the varying
pressure of a physical therapist’s hands. They can be adjusted and are made
from non-toxic materials. The Rolflex Pro website’s instructional library
includes how-to videos to instruct you on how to use the foam roller. There are
also videos of exercises when using the tool.
When I
tried Rolflex:
There is no set rule regarding the time you should use the
Rolflex Pro massager on each muscle group, as ultimately it’s up to you. I
especially liked using the Rolflex Pro after my workouts due to the
self-massaging of my elbows and forearms. The dual rollers are easy to position
around bony regions.
Using the high-density roller was better for my leg and
hamstring muscles, while the lower-density roller is better for sensitive areas
around my neck and forearms. I had some difficulty at first figuring out how to
switch between roller densities but
after looking at the video and rewinding it was easy for me to figure it out before trying again. As I attempted to
massage my lower back, I found it difficult to do this and wasn’t successful
because I am not flexible but it won’t be a problem for everyone as the
situations for people differ. The result is visible by the continuous use of the Rolflex massager due to this I came to a conclusion that the machine was better
for some specific areas of pain and is best used for specific types of workouts
with a 10-15 minute delay.
3 things
I really liked about the Rolflex Pro
three reasons why I would like to recommend the Rolflex Pro to
those who work out are:
·
The Rolflex Pro can be used to self-massage many
different muscle groups. You can move the tool’s arms and switch out the
rollers for different therapeutic options.
·
Rollers are adept at reaching difficult areas,
like the hamstrings. The patented therapy rollers can reach areas that require
an extra body part to hit with a foam roller. With this mobility aid, I found
it especially useful for reaching my neck, elbow, and back of my knees.
·
You can use this device anywhere, anytime. I
enjoy a good workout, but I haven’t yet found time to stretch my muscles. It’s
due to the limited attention span (my own fault). With the Rolflex Pro, I can
roll out my most-worked muscles even when I’m not at the gym.
3 Reasons
I disliked the Rolflex Pro
What I didn’t like about Rolflex pro is:
·
The plastic feels like it could come apart with
a firm grip. I assumed the quality would be good for the price. Some of the
fixtures feel shaky and insecure at the fittings as if they could easily come
apart without a firm grip.
·
The rollers may not be the best treatment for
all muscles, or you may not have the patience to switch out the therapy roller
for each muscle.
·
The videos included in the documentation were
not inspiring. They lacked creativity, problem-solving techniques, and
enthusiasm.
Advantages
and disadvantages:
Advantages:
·
It
has an adjustable hinge which is very easy and simple to use and can help ease
the pain caused by an injury or any kind of discomfort by lifting heavy things
it can also help in easing the pain caused by intense workouts and workload.
·
Foam
rollers ensure the tension and shape of muscles it is effective in getting rid
of the soreness of muscle and it also helps in regular basis pain it is a device
that is good for any kind of pain. I found it really suitable as it is also
portable and can easily fit in a bag so the person can use it any time he wants
to use it.
·
The
rubber base on this product helps it make it easier to do exercises with your hands
and arms. The grip due to rubber becomes simple and it is easy to use because
this way it does not move from the destined position and the result is good.
Disadvantages:
·
The
disadvantage of this tool is that one has to apply pressure by using their
hands which can be uncomfortable and hard to get used to at first. It can also
lead to discomfort and irritation as a short time temporary result.
·
The
grip is a little bit uncomfortable for the neck as it is a one-piece tool. It can
lead to distress for some people, however, that does not mean it is causing
problems for all people as the situations of each person varies similarly the likes
of each people vary too. So simply this disadvantage can be for few people.
·
A
ball or roller is better for the neck, upper back, and legs as the pressure applied by the ball and roller are more
comfortable because the weight applied to these areas is crucial so even by
using the roller one can easily get rid of the pain and the soreness can be
fixed.
Conclusion:
The Rolflex Pro helped me massage my muscles post-workout. I
found it more useful to have specific tools for self-massaging areas rather
than the typical foam roller. Though it takes time to adjust the tool, I find
it useful for kneading sore muscles and areas of tension. I find the foam
roller better for targeting certain muscle groups but wasn’t as easy on
certain areas such as the hamstrings. So, I plan on using both together or
alternating them between workouts.