Merrithew Flex Massage Stick User manual

Repetitive movements can result in muscle tightness. Take targeted myofascial
relief into your own hands using the customizable Flex Massage Stick.
These exercises complement your stretching routine, relieving trigger points,
loosening muscle knots and releasing fascia. Rearrange and reposition the
rollers to hit the targeted muscle group or body part.
p.2 Neck
p.2 Mid Back
p.3 Thigh
p.3 Calf
p.4 Front of Shin
p.4 Glute
Flex Massage Stick
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Muscle groups and
body parts that can
be targeted:

Neck
Mid Back
Starting position: sit on a Stability Ball or stable surface
with torso upright
1. Place the Flex Massage Stick against one side of
the neck holding it firmly with both hands
2. Apply gentle pressure and roll the Flex Massage Stick
along the length of the muscle
2
Starting position: sit on a
Stability Ball or stable surface
with torso upright
1. Place Flex Massage Stick
between shoulder blades
2. Apply gentle pressure and
roll the Flex Massage Stick
from side to side

Thigh Calf
Starting position: sit on the floor with one leg bent
1. Hold Flex Massage Stick with both hands, at the back
of the calf down toward the ankle
2. Apply gentle pressure and roll the Flex Massage Stick
up toward the knee
The massager will flex more as additional pressure is applied
3
Starting position: sit on a Stability Ball or stable surface with torso upright
1. Place Flex Massage Stick against the thigh and hold it firmly with both hands
2. Apply gentle pressure and roll the Flex Massage Stick along the thigh
The Flex Massage Stick will flex more as more pressure is applied

Front of Shin
Glute
4
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Start: stand with your legs apart and your arms reaching up and out to the sides.
Movement: take a deep breath in and reach your arms out, then, breathe out, keep
your arms reaching out and bend to one side. Breathe in and come back up to standing.
Repeat stretch side to side five times
Starting position: kneel on
one knee with other foot on
the floor
1. Hold Flex Massage Stick
against the outside of the
hip with both hands
2. Roll the massager along
the muscle applying gentle
pressure
To Reconfigure:
•Remove one of the handles
•Remove rings and replace in
desired configuration
•Replace handle
WARRANTY, CARE AND USAGE
FOR FLEX MASSAGE STICK
Warranty
This product is sold without any warranties or
guarantees of any kind. The manufacturer and
distributor disclaim any liability, loss or damage
caused by its use.
Care and Cleaning
Clean your foam disks whenever necessary
by wiping with a cloth dipped in soap suds
or a combination of tea tree oil* and water.
Rinsewith water and wipe dry with a towel
orcloth.
*Tea tree oil is a natural disinfectant available at most
pharmacies or health food stores; mix according to
directions on package.
Safety and Usage
Improper use of exercise equipment may cause
serious bodily injury. To reduce risk, please read
the following information carefully.
•Before starting any exercise program,
consult a physician.
•Stop exercising if you experience chest
pain, feel faint, have difficulty breathing, or
experience muscular or skeletal discomfort.
•Use equipment only for exercises
recommended.
•Perform exercises in a slow and controlled
manner; avoid excessive tension in neck
and shoulders.
•Do not use equipment if it appears worn,
broken or damaged, and do not attempt to
repair equipment yourself.
•Use equipment only as recommended.
Starting position: reconfigure
the position of the adjustable rings
to have the smallest rings in the
center
Sit on the floor with one leg bent
1. Hold Flex Massage Stick at the
front of the calf with both hands
2. Apply gentle pressure and roll
the Flex Massage Stick up
toward the knee
The massager will flex more as
additional pressure is applied