A health savings account or flexible savings account can help you pay for qualified medical costs, but that doesn't just mean doctors' visits or medications. "They're also a powerful way to pay for a huge range of modern wellness technology and products," said Chris Byrd, senior vice president at WEX, a global commerce platform that administers HSAs and FSAs.
According to Byrd, recent research from WEX and Visa found that having the flexibility to use HSA funds on qualified expenses was one of the top motivators for people to contribute to an HSA. "This trend is transforming how employees view their benefits, as these accounts aren't just for emergencies anymore," explains Byrd.
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These are some unexpected wellness tech products that may be covered by your flexible or health savings account. Just note that you should check for eligibility beforehand and that some items may only be eligible based on medical need, meaning you'll need a letter from your doctor.
1. Massage guns
You may be surprised to learn that massage guns like Therabody's Theraguns could be FSA- or HSA-eligible. Starting at $200, you can also find two massage guns from the brand Caring Mill by Aura, an in-house brand from the HSA and FSA Stores, that could be eligible. One is even heated and comes in a two-pack.
There's also a vibrating, heated foam roller and Therabody's TheraCup for cupping therapy paired with heat and vibration.
2. Oura Ring
The Oura Ring can be bought using funds from your FSA or HSA. Caroline Igo/CNET
The Oura Ring, CNET's favorite smart ring, is now FSA- and HSA-eligible. You can place an order through Oura Ring using your FSA or HSA card, or later submit your purchase for reimbursement.
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