Desk workers
Traps, upper back and the muscles either side of the spine that lock up after a day at a screen. Two minutes against a wall before dinner.
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- 30-night in-home trial
- Rated 4.4 on Amazon UK
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Physio-designed
Trigger-point release, at home
The Peanut and Lacrosse Ball. Find the knot. Let it go.
Firm massage balls that press exactly where your hands cannot reach. Thirty seconds on a tight spot and the muscle gives in. The same trigger-point technique sports physios use, for a fraction of what a single session costs.
£12.95
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- 30-night in-home trialUse it properly for a month
- Tracked UK deliveryDispatched from UK stock
- Free Mobility HandbookRoutines for back, hips, calves and feet
- Co-developed with physiosRefined on real UK customers
- Reaches what your hands cannot. Glutes, mid-back, calves and the sole of the foot, on your own floor.
- Peanut shape works either side of the spine, so you get pressure on the muscle, never the vertebrae.
- Lacrosse ball hunts down single knots in glutes, hips, calves, feet and shoulders.
- Firm enough to reach deep tissue, grippy enough to stay put on the floor or against a wall.
- Thirty seconds per spot. Most people feel the release in the first session.
- Small enough for a gym bag, a desk drawer or a suitcase, so it actually gets used.
- 10k+Happy customers
- 85%Rate it 4 or 5 stars
- 100%Independent, UK-run
Co-developed with sports physiotherapists and refined on real customers across the UK.
Who it is for
Wherever you are tight, there is a ball for it.
Foam rollers skate over the knots. A firm ball goes into them. That is the difference between feeling looser for an hour and actually changing how a muscle sits.
Runners and gym-goers
Calves, glutes, hip flexors and the sole of the foot. The bits a foam roller skates over and a physio charges to dig into.
Sore, tight feet
Roll the lacrosse ball slowly under the arch for a minute each side. The first job of the morning for a lot of our runners.
Anyone paying for massages
Hold pressure on a tight spot for thirty seconds and the muscle lets go. The same technique used in sports massage, at home, whenever you need it.
How it works
Trigger-point release in three steps.
Find the spot
Roll slowly over the area until you land on the point that makes you wince a little. That is the trigger point.
Hold and breathe
Stay on it for around thirty seconds. Breathe out slowly and let your weight sink in. The pressure fades as the muscle releases.
Move through it
Shift a centimetre and repeat. Two minutes per area, once or twice a day. Consistency beats intensity.
Built properly
Simple tools, engineered to be used every day.
Two shapes, one job
The Peanut cradles the spine and neck; the Lacrosse Ball goes deep into a single knot. Between them they cover the whole body.
Physio-grade density
Firm enough to reach tissue that soft balls and foam rollers never touch, without being hard on the bone.
Grippy, stay-put surface
It does not skid on a wooden floor or slide down a wall, so the pressure stays exactly where you found the knot.
Wipe-clean and non-porous
Warm soapy water and a cloth. It does not absorb sweat, so it does not smell.
Mobility Handbook included
Our step-by-step routines for back, hips, calves and feet, free to download from the site.
Free tracked UK delivery
Free standard delivery on every UK order, tracked to your door. Next-day delivery is available at checkout.
Peanut or lacrosse?
Two shapes. Pick by where it hurts.
| Peanut | Lacrosse | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Spine, neck, upper and lower back | Glutes, hips, calves, feet, shoulders |
| Shape | Two balls joined, sits either side of the spine | One firm ball, pinpoint pressure |
| How to use it | Lie on it on the floor, or lean into it against a wall | Under the foot, against a wall, or sit on it |
| Pressure | Spread across two points, kinder on the spine | Concentrated on one point, deeper |
| Colours | Orange or black | Black |
Customer reviews
What people say after a fortnight with the balls.
Verified purchases on the Sports Medica Amazon UK listing.
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574 Amazon UK ratings
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Great for postural back issues.
“The peanut looks good and is very tactile and most importantly it works. I have used it for occipital release - it is much easier than trying to make your own peanut and you can really feel it getting into the tight head areas and creating release and relaxation. It is also great for working on your thoracic spine. I get a lot of tightness here and used to try to release the area on a foam roller but it is far easier and more effective to use the peanut to do this. It is neat and portable, reasonably priced and good customer service support should you have any questions about further uses.”
A brilliant piece of kit.
“A brilliant piece of kit, I've had a tight calf for years and a foam roller has never seemed to do the job. This effectively pinches the muscle as you roll and it's worked wonders compared to the foam roller. I'd definitely recommend giving it a try!”
Great for upper back relief
“Bought this specifically for upper back and neck area as I have almost constant issues there due to repetitive movement at work and general poor posture! It works brilliantly, much better than my massage roller which I paid a lot more for. Perfectly sized and easy to use and glides smoothly on the skin. Very happy with it.”
Yet another effective product from Sports Medica!
“This is my third product from this company and I can’t recommend it enough. They are all high quality, effective items sold for an affordable price. The peanut is especially great for targeting trigger points and I find that it made a total difference to my post-workout recovery.”
Buy one.
“Was off work with severe back pain, used this for 3 days, wont say it cured my back as I was taking pain killers, but will say it helped massively. Now back to work after 5 days. Recommend this product or similar.”
Great product at a great price
“Ideal size for taking to the gym or using at home. Great value.”
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30-night in-home trial. Tracked UK delivery.
Questions
Everything people ask before they buy.
Which one should I buy?
If your tightness lives in your back, neck or between the shoulder blades, start with the Peanut: the two balls sit either side of the spine so the pressure lands on muscle, never on the bone. If it is glutes, hips, calves or the soles of your feet, the single Lacrosse Ball gets deeper into one spot. Plenty of customers end up with both.
How is this different from a foam roller?
A foam roller spreads your weight over a wide surface, so it loosens a general area. A firm ball concentrates the same weight on one point, which is what actually releases a trigger point. Most people who own a roller still reach for a ball for glutes, feet and the mid-back.
How hard should I press?
Enough to feel a clear, slightly uncomfortable pressure on the tight spot, never sharp pain. Start with less of your body weight (against a wall rather than on the floor) and add weight over a few sessions as the area loosens.
How long do I hold each spot?
Around thirty seconds, breathing slowly, then move a centimetre and repeat. Two minutes per area is plenty. Little and often beats one long session; most people notice a real difference within a fortnight of daily use.
Is it too firm for a beginner?
It is firm on purpose, because softer balls collapse before they reach the tissue that needs work. Beginners should use the wall rather than the floor for the first week and keep sessions short. It gets more comfortable as the muscle releases.
Can I use the Peanut on my neck?
Yes. Lie on your back with the Peanut at the base of the skull, so the balls sit either side of the spine, and let your head rest for a minute or two. Avoid pressing directly on the front or sides of the neck, and stop if anything feels sharp or tingly.
When should I not use it?
Keep the balls off bone, joints, the front of the neck and any area that is bruised, swollen, numb or recently injured. If you are pregnant, recovering from surgery, or being treated for a back or nerve problem, check with your GP or physio first. This is a comfort and mobility tool, not a treatment.
How do I clean them?
Warm soapy water and a cloth, then air dry. The surface is grippy but non-porous, so it does not hold sweat or smell.
How is my order delivered?
Orders are dispatched from our UK stock and sent tracked. Standard UK delivery is free on every order, and next-day delivery is available at checkout. You can also pay with Shop Pay, PayPal, Apple Pay or Google Pay where available.
What if it is not for me?
Every order comes with our 30-night in-home trial. Use it properly for a month; if it is not helping, contact us and send it back.
Ready when you are
Two minutes a day. A body that gets better, not worse.
Pick your ball, check out securely, and try it for 30 nights at home. If it is not for you, send it back.
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