The Pause Fascia Stimulating Tool has a unique beveled edge that promotes maximum results with little pressure. The design allows for good depth & more shear (the movement of layers of fascia across each other) using minimal compression with gentle, comfortable up-and-down as well as side-to-side strokes. On a scale of 0-10 (0 = no pressure, 10 = heavy pressure), aim for pressure in the 1-2 range. At no time should you feel pain or discomfort during or following use. If you do, you are applying too much pressure.