How to Give a Massage Videos

Guide Note

Whether you're providing relief for a close friend or loved one, or are looking to break into a personal service industry, it's important to learn the proper techniques for giving a massage. This page collects the best online video resources which will introduce you to massage techniques. For a complete guide, check out Mahalo's page on How to Give a Massage. Massage Tips

  1. Combine application of pressure and friction for an effective massage.
  2. Different body parts and specific regions of the body can tolerate different kinds of pressure.
  3. Watch the subject's body language and facial expressions to make sure you're not pressing too hard.
  4. Not all massages require the subject to be lying down.
  5. Using massage oil isn't always required, but helps a lot!
  6. Take your subject's occupation into account; different jobs will build stress in different areas.

Disclaimer

  • The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before using the information presented here.

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How to Give a Massage Videos

  • This video provides a general overview for giving a professional style massage, including varying your levels of pressure over a few different stages. It also provides step-by-step instruction on specific massage motions and other advanced techniques.



  • This video offers advice for amateurs who want to give quality massages to friends and loved ones, rather than paying customers. Gives you good tips on when to focus on a trouble spot, and when to move on to the next one.


  • This video focuses on neck massage technique, and provides clear shots of how and where to apply firm and even pressure to these potentially sensitive areas.


  • This builds on the neck massage techniques and shows you how to loosen up the shoulders. It recommends using firmer surfaces, such as the knuckles, on the shoulders since the area is more tolerant to firm pressures than the neck is.


  • This video compares and contrasts the techniques and limitations of chair and table massages. Chair massages focus on shoulder and upper body work, while table massages may be more familiar to newcomers.


  • This video is a lengthy tutorial which shows you how to perform massage techniques specifically for certain regions of the hands and wrists. Provides excellent instructions on what regions to avoid applying too much pressure to. It also gives specific advice for relieving tension accumulated from specific lines of work.


  • This video shows you specific techniques for massaging the foot and lower leg area. It clearly demonstrates numerous techniques for targeting specific muscles, tendons and other areas on the foot.

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