Massage Tutorial

Crazy Indian Head Massage Video

admin — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 13:37:11 +0000

Here’s a video on a really crazy Indian head massage. It’s a very special kind of head massage, I guess the guy is trying to do some energy work or something there. The subtitle says cosmic energy work, so I guess that is what it is. Looks more like a shamanistic ritual than a massage in some way, but I guess it feels really good.

The guy obviously is a great showman, and my guess is that he’s charging like 10 times what other shops in the area charge for a head massage, but hey – he’s having fun, the customer is happy, so why not.

And I could be totally wrong and he’s not a conman at all and actually does great energy work there. The dude on the chair definitely looks very zoomed out.

The massage techniques that he uses here are not something to necessarily try at home – I’m all for a vigorous head massage, but this one is high on the intensity scale, but from a technical perspective not very advanced.

So in case you ever make it to Pushkar, Rajastan, India try to spot this guy and tell me what he’s like.

Massage Techniques: Massage For Headaches

admin — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 05:09:53 +0000

Here is a nice video massage tutorial on how to help people get rid of a headache using simple massage techniques.

In my opinion, the techniques are important – they give you a frame in which to operate. But at least as important as the techniques and mechanics of massage are that you really put your feeling inside. Don’t just go through the moves, but pour your heart into it.

It’s important to note that in this video she is DEMONSTRATING how to do a headache massage, so to me, I just look at her and can see that she is not “into” it. But I am quiet sure that when she does a real treatment, she has that attention focused on her clients, rather than on a camera, and that’s what you want to do.

If you want to massage a headache away, perform circular motions with the fingers and thumbs around the ear tissue. Massage the head and scalp to relieve a headache with tips from a massage therapist in this free video on massage techniques.

How to Give a Back Massage

admin — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 07:29:33 +0000

The following article is republished with the friendly permission of Francis Murphy. Giving a back massage is such a valuable skill, and her article gives a good introductory overview that helps you to get started, so I wanted to share this with you here.

If you have additional questions, you can always use the comments section to let me know – I will answer them for sure.

And here’s the article itself:

A back massage can do wonders physically and emotionally. Hectic lifestyles that are so full of stress nowadays bring loads of stress to the body. A massage is a proven method that brings about soothing relief with therapeutic value. Here are some tips to follow to give your loved one a wonderful back massage that he or she will definitely enjoy.

First of all, have your partner lie face down on a comfortable surface with their head turned to the side. You can invest in a massage table as it allows you to perform massages at a comfortable height. It is also provided with a face area that prevents the recipient from having a sore neck due to holding the head sideways.

Begin your massage by gently spreading oil over the back. Warm up the oil by rubbing it with your hands together before you apply it to the back. You can have the oil sit in a container in a bowl of warm water too. Start with light strokes to the base of the neck. Move your hands up and down along the length of the back in broad strokes to warm and relax the muscles.

Use your thumbs to rub the lower side of the shoulder blades, while working your way up the shape of the blades to below the neck. You can use your fingers, thumb or knuckles to apply pressure at the fleshy part of either side of the spine working downward pressing at the level of each vertebrae. Avoid placing direct pressure on any bony part of the back.

Next, massage the lower back using a broad kneading acting with both hands. Lower back pain is soothed effectively by using this technique. Work your way up until you reach the shoulders. Locate muscle knots that are hardened muscles where tension is accumulated with your fingertips. You can apply static pressure or small circular motions onto the knots to relieve the tension as well as taking into consideration of your partner’s pain threshold.

These are just a few ways that you can perform a back massage to pamper and relieve your loved one from stress. Try them today!

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Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Francis_Murphy

Specially when you start out, take it easy and don’t do too much deep work. You really want to get a feeling for massage and the other person’s body first before you use the stronger techniques. And always remember to stay away from the bones. Also, massaging the buttocks can be very pleasurable, because in most people these muscles are uptight since we spend so much time sitting nowadays.

Thai Massage Video (Stretching & Twisting)

admin — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 17:27:44 +0000

This video is a really good mechanical demonstration of a certain Thai massage stretch.
Yeah, the demonstrator is a big uptight and hectic, but as I said she’s got the mechanics down really good and can explain them well.

Watch out specially for her body posture and how she uses body mechanics.

She also demonstrates very well how she exactly to place the pillow and the body, how and where to touch the body. The best way to learn from this video is by just imitating the movements.

Again – the woman might be a bit uptight, but in terms of mechanics it’s a great video and the rest (the “feeling”) you really have to develop yourself or learn from a “real” teacher.

Back Massage Video Tutorial

admin — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 13:24:10 +0000

Here’s a short 3 minute clip on a simple back oil massage.

It shows some effleurage moves. It explains what the purpose of effleurage techniques is:

To spread the oil over the body,
to warm the muscles up
to acquaint yourself the person you are massaging, and also so that the person who is getting the massage to get a feel for how you touch the person.

The massage therapist who demonstrates the massage techniques is doing an excellent job and just by watching I can tell that she gives great massages.

Then a friction movement is demonstrated – which gets the muscles warmed up very quickly. I like the fact that the commenter even spells out the fact that if you become too energetic here it can be unpleasant to the person recieving the massage.

How To Give A Neck Massage Video

admin — Sat, 31 May 2008 08:06:43 +0000

Neck Massage Technique

admin — Sat, 31 May 2008 08:00:41 +0000

Here you can see how to give a relaxing neck massage in laying position. You have to use a massage oil or a massage lotion.

It’s a very simple and nice-feeling technique. However, just be sure you don’t apply very strong pressure. Because there is an important artery located in that area and if you cut the blood flow there a person can become unconcious.

Massage Reflexology Introduction Video

admin — Fri, 30 May 2008 14:29:28 +0000

Here you can view an introductory video to reflexology. You won’t learn any techniques, it’s just general information but pretty extensive.

They also show a video of how an actual massage therapist actually starts her foot reflexology massage.

It’s a decent video if you don’t have an idea of what reflexology is like. It seems like the masseuse is actually practicing a pretty "soft" kind of reflexology that isn’t like the authentic Asian reflexology.

Chinese Tui Na Massage Video

admin — Tue, 06 May 2008 16:44:28 +0000

In this video from the Expert Village guys you can see some Tui Na massage videos.

Demonstrated are several massage techniques, including pulcking massage techniques, pushing along the neck, rubbing the neck and shoulder area, relaxing slapping, hacking, rolling with the back of the hand.

It’s a very good, though short Chinese massage video. You definitely can get some inspiration for your massage techniques here, although it doesn’t go into details. However, if you just find a massage partner and practice a bit, ask for feedback and watch the video you will be able to learn a great deal from this less than 2 minute Tui Na massage video.

How To Give A Japanese Neck Massage (Free Massage Video)

admin — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 22:23:27 +0000

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This free massage video shows you a quick Japanese neck massage.