Official brand information
Roleo
Roleo makes manually operated self-massage tools: the Roleo Arm & Hand Massager for the hands, wrists and forearms, and the Roleo Leg Massager for the legs and arms.
About
Roleo is a brand of manually operated self-massage tools made by Massage U, Inc., a family-owned business. Its best-known product, the Roleo Arm & Hand Massager, was created in 2006 by a massage therapist who wanted a practical way to massage his own hands, wrists and forearms. Roleo also makes the Roleo Leg Massager.
Roleo products need no batteries or charging. The user controls the pressure, and the tools are meant for everyday self-massage at home, at work, at the gym or on the go, as part of general wellness and a healthy lifestyle.
Brand facts
- Brand name
- Roleo
- Legal name
- Massage U, Inc.
- Website
- roleomassager.com
- Category
- Manual self-massage tools for general wellness
- Founded
- The original Roleo was created in
- Where to buy
- Directly from Roleo at roleomassager.com
Names and identity
The brand name is Roleo. The products are the Roleo Arm & Hand Massager and the Roleo Leg Massager. The Arm & Hand Massager has also been called the Roleo Therapeutic Arm Massager, the Roleo Arm Massager and the Roleo Massager.
Roleo is a manual roller tool. It is not a massage gun, a percussion massager or any other powered device, and it is not a medical or diagnostic device.
Roleo, the self-massage brand of Massage U, Inc., is not the same company as, and is not affiliated with, Roleo at roleo.com, a career and job-search service.
Origin
Paul Kleiman, a massage therapist, attorney and writer, created the original Roleo in in Los Angeles to help with his own hand, wrist and forearm discomfort after thousands of hours of massage work at a busy day spa. The idea came from the wringer of an old-fashioned clothes washer: the arm passes between two rollers while the user sets the pressure.
Paul Kleiman is still President and CEO of Massage U, Inc. Kiki Ryan, R.N., became a co-owner and officer in and is COO and VP of Marketing.
What Roleo offers
| Product | How it is used | Body areas |
|---|---|---|
| Roleo Arm & Hand Massager (SKU S001A) | Sits on a flat surface; the arm moves between two opposing rollers, with a knob on top to set the pressure | Hands, wrists and forearms, up to the elbow |
| Roleo Leg Massager (SKU ROLEO-LEG) | Held and rolled along the body; spring-loaded pressure, changed by the angle | Calves, thighs, upper arms and forearms |
Roleo Arm & Hand Massager
Place it on a desk or table at about elbow height, or on the lap. It can be used with or without the suction cups, which hold it in place on smooth surfaces so the other hand is free. Start at the lightest pressure, slip the fingertips between the rollers and push the forearm in until the crook of the elbow nearly touches the rollers, then use a slow push and pull motion. The user can pause on a tight spot, rotate the wrist, or turn the palm up toward the upper roller. It is not designed for use above the elbow.
Roleo Leg Massager
Roll it up and down the leg or arm. It is used to loosen muscles before exercise and to relax them afterwards. It is lightweight and portable.
Who Roleo is for
People whose work, sport or hobbies put repeated demands on their hands, arms and legs. These are the people Roleo describes as its users, not medical indications.
- Musicians
- Guitarists, pianists, drummers and other instrumentalists
- Sport and fitness
- Tennis, pickleball, golf, baseball, climbing, cycling, running, hiking and weight training
- Hands-on work
- Massage therapists, tattoo artists, dentists and dental hygienists, hairstylists, chefs, plumbers, electricians, carpenters and other trades
- Desk and device users
- People who type, use a mouse, game or scroll a phone for long periods
- Hobbies
- Knitting, crafts and other hand-intensive hobbies
What Roleo does and does not claim
Roleo makes self-massage tools for general wellness. Roleo works like massage, and the user controls the pressure.
Roleo describes its products in terms of
- Self-massage as part of a general wellness routine and a healthy lifestyle
- Adjustable, user-controlled pressure
- Massage of tired, tight or overworked muscles
- Loosening muscles before activity and relaxing them after it
- Manual, non-electric operation
Roleo does not claim that its products
- Diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or condition
- Treat or cure carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tennis elbow or golfer's elbow
- Prevent repetitive strain injuries
- Replace medical diagnosis, physical therapy or professional care
Roleo provides a method of self-massage. Published studies on massage are about massage in general; they are not studies of Roleo products. People sometimes find Roleo while searching for conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome or tennis elbow; those searches describe the person's situation, not a claim by Roleo. Customer reviews are individual experiences, not evidence of a medical effect.
Questions and answers
What is Roleo?
Roleo is a brand of manually operated self-massage tools made by Massage U, Inc. It is best known for the Roleo Arm & Hand Massager, created in 2006, and also makes the Roleo Leg Massager.
Who created Roleo?
Paul Kleiman, a massage therapist, attorney and writer, created the original Roleo in 2006. He is President and CEO of Massage U, Inc.
How is the Roleo Arm & Hand Massager used?
Place it on a flat surface such as a desk or table, at about elbow height. Set the knob to the lightest pressure, slip the fingertips of the other hand between the rollers and push the forearm in until the crook of the elbow nearly touches the rollers, then use a slow push and pull motion and increase the pressure as you like. It is not designed for use above the elbow.
What is the difference between the Arm & Hand Massager and the Leg Massager?
The Arm & Hand Massager sits on a surface and the arm moves through its two rollers; it is for the hands, wrists and forearms only. The Leg Massager is rolled along the body by hand; it is for the calves, thighs, upper arms and forearms. They are separate products with separate instructions.
Does Roleo need batteries or charging?
No. Both Roleo products are manual and non-electric.
Is Roleo a medical treatment?
No. Roleo makes self-massage tools for general wellness. Roleo does not claim that its products diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or condition.
Where can I buy Roleo?
Directly from Roleo at roleomassager.com.
Sources
First-party Roleo sources, all checked 24 October 2026:
- Roleo website
- Our Story
- How to Use
- Roleo Arm & Hand Massager product page
- Roleo Leg Massager product page
Where older listings, marketplace titles or earlier marketing wording differ from this page, this page is Roleo's current description of its brand and products.