How to Massages

The hips are a good place to start a massage. Get expert tips and advice on massage and other treatments in this how-to video. Watch and learn how easy it is to stretch hip muscles with a message. Take Action Raise the knees Pull leg toward you as you stretch Gently rotate th ...more

Check out this video that will teach you how to make a double meaning sticker from reflective tape. The hidden message is barely visible with the naked eye but is illuminated with the flash of a camera.

Here is another quick tip for performing Swedish massage.

Watch this video to learn how to give an aromatherapy massage. This aromatherapy massage video will give you expert guidance on the best techniques on giving an aromatherapy massage.

Hot stone massage is the placement of stones in various places on the client's body. This video series will teach you how to give a hot stone massage. Part 1 of 15 - How to Give a hot stone massage. Give a hot stone massage - Part 2 of 15. Click through to watch this video on ...more

This video massage tutorial shows how to perform a Swedish massage on the arms and legs. The massage strokes are demonstrated twice to give a detailed explanation of the technique and specifics of biomechanics as well as show the flow of a good massage. Watch this instructiona ...more

Sometimes massages may not be recommended for an ankle sprain. But did you know know that ankle sprains can be relieved through massage. Get expert tips and advice on massage and other treatments in this diet and health how-to video. Take Action Avoid if experiencing extreme ...more

There are 8 short videos all together to show you the 8 different therapies of sports massage. Sports therapy massage is an integral part of athletics. Massage can be a very crucial aspect to an athletes performance and competition. Part 1 of 3 - How to Do a sports massage. P ...more

In this tutorial, we learn how to do a Chinese cupping back massage. Cupping is an old technique that is still practiced in China and eastern Europe. First, set fire to some cotton balls. Now, place them into the cup and pull the air out of the cup. Quickly place the cup on th ...more

In this video series, our massage expert Jinilee Reavis leads us through the basics of Swedish massage, including the four basic forms of Swedish massage, tips and suggestions for avoiding common mistakes, and explaining how massage benefits the body. Part 1 of 13 - How to Do  ...more

Pregnancy is a rough time on a woman's body. Everything hurts and you need to relax. Check out this tutorial and learn how to massage a mother-to-be and be her hero! Surprise your hubby with this relaxing massage and make her 9 months feel a little shorter.

Massage therapy can relieve a lot of tension, pain, and stress. Watch part one of this video to find out how to properly apply the technique of Thai massage. Part 1 of 2 - How to Give a Thai massage. Part 2 of 2 - How to Give a Thai massage.

Hamstrings are an important muscle and hamstring injuries are common. Massaging hamstring injuries can soothe hamstring sprains. Get expert tips and advice on massage and other treatments in this how-to video. Take Action Use elbows and forearms Ask person about comfort Perfo ...more

The clavicle is a V shaped bone that makes up the shoulder area. Massaging the clavicle, or collar bone, relieves tension in clients. Learn the art of giving massage in this diet and health how to video. Take Action Feel along the bone Roll on forearm from neck to shoulder Sl ...more

In this video, we learn how to give a professional hand massage. First, spread oil onto the hand with your hands, which will prevent you from sticking together. After this, open the hand up and interlock your fingers with theirs and start to massage the inside of the hand. Ope ...more

This Japanese Shiatsu head massage technique is supposed to be invigorating. Watch and learn the proper technique for this stimulating massage.

Mr. Baby Squirrel gets the ultimate spa treatment. Massaging a squirrel is a delicate process. Baby squirrels can benefit from some gentle petting. These are techniques for domesticating squirrels.

Massaging the scalp releases tension. Start with a circular motion, going all the way up from the ears, maybe working all the way up to the crown. Learn the art of giving a scalp massage in this health how-to video. Take Action Relax hands with circular motion Keep the same r ...more

Massaging the feet can do wonders to help relax the whole body.

In this video, you'll be shown how to open up and stretch the hips using massage therapy. Follow along with licensed massage therapist Athena as she shows you how to work out the kinks and knots of the body. Afterwards, you'll be feeling much more relaxed.

The scapula is an important bone and muscle group in massage. It is important to know how to adequately massage the scapula when giving a full body massage. Get expert tips and advice on massage and other treatments in this diet and health how to video. Take Action Press area ...more

Our legs take a beating every day. Whether it be from working, exercising, lifting, or a variety of other causes, our legs are the most used limb on many people's bodies. This nine part tutorial will show you how to work on every part of your legs from the glutes down to the a ...more

The quads are an important muscle to stretch and care for. Those get kind of tight sometimes. And one thing you really want to do when you have somebody laying on their back is you want to put some kind of pillow or bolster under their knees. Get expert tips and advice on mass ...more

Learn how to locate the pterygoid muscle trigger points for massage.

Watch this video to learn how to use an every day item you have at home - a rolling pin - as a massage tool.

Learn how to locate masseter muscle trigger points for massage.

Performing a foot massage is a great skill to learn. Practice foot massages with this free beauty guide video series. Part 1 of 7 - How to Perform a foot massage. Perform a foot massage - Part 2 of 7. Click through to watch this video on expertvillage.com Perform a foot massag ...more

In this clip, Athena Jezik demonstrates a face massage routine which she purports works to drain the lymphatic system. This massage can stand on its own or be incorporated into a full body massage routine. The more you know about massage, the better you'll be at giving them. F ...more

In this clip, we are going to talk about how to create a room in your home for a massage. You don't necessarily need a table if you want to use your dining room table as long as it's sturdy. Don't get anything flimsy in it and of course it shouldn't be a round table, something ...more

This video series is going to demonstrate techniques on how to do sports massage for the back, lower back, the upper back and the arms. Using friction and warming the muscles, using cross-fiber and pulling the muscles apart, and using the forearm and the closed hands and fists ...more

Pregnancy massage may reduce stress, decrease swelling in arms and legs, and relieve aches and pains in muscles and joints. Pregnancy massage is becoming increasingly popular with mothers-to-be. You might have heard of it before, but may not know what it involves or who to go ...more

This video will show you how to give a quick and easy massage targeted at the neck and shoulder. No experience required; the movie will show you how to do everything. Learn how to help your family and friends relieve stress! Give neck and shoulder massages. Click through to wa ...more

Learn how to locate the psoas major trigger points for massage.

Learn how to give a great, healing foot massage as well as some jargon and anatomy of the foot.

You usually get a whole body massage, but did you know that the toes can be massaged too! Learn the art of giving massage in this diet and health how to video. Watch this instructional massage video as our host shows you various ways of relaxing the toes. Take Action Rotate t ...more

Watch this video to learn how to locate hamstring trigger points for massage.

Want to get rid of neck pain? Then try using massage as a pain reliever. Follow along with this diet and health how-to video to learn how to massage pain in the neck. When massaging the neck it is important to focus on all sections of the neck like the lateral and anterior sid ...more

This video massage tutorial shows how to perform a Swedish massage on the face. Stroke styles, such as finger-painting, are demonstrated to explain good massage technique. Watch this instructional video and learn how to give a Swedish massage on the face.

In these instructional videos you’ll learn what to expect during typical 30 to 60 minute lymphatic drainage massage session. Expert massage therapist Patricia Coffman offers tips and advice on the benefits of lymphatic drainage massage and the frequency with which you should r ...more

Back pain can be caused by many different factors. Sometimes a good massage can help the back pain. Get expert tips and advice on massage and other treatments in this how-to video. Take Action Ask about pressure preferences Use forearms to apply pressure Relax shoulders as yo ...more

Tuina massage is one of the oldest forms of massage! Learn some massage techniques for the shoulder.

After working out, who doesn't need a nice deep muscles massage. Relaxing and massaging sore muscles is a must for any athlete. Get expert tips and advice on massage and other treatments in this massage how to video. Start with a light massage, move to a shaking movement and f ...more

The menstrual cycle can be very stressful and painful for women at times. This video will show you how to relieve menstrual pains using massage techniques. You will need to find a quiet, private area to do this. Massage away menstrual pain. Click through to watch this video on ...more

Psychetruth shows you how to give a cranial sacral massage. This therapy works with the head and the skull bones and the base of the spine. This structure is being influenced by the massage. The massage is done by placing hands on the face and apply pressure to the different p ...more

• Start by warming and relaxing the lower back of the person you are looking to massage. Warm some massage oil in your hands, and spread it evenly over their lower back. • Start to relax the muscles of the lower back by lightly massaging in circles, moving away from the spine ...more

This video covers techniques of massage for the shoulder.

Give a back massage to relieve tension and soreness; learn the art of giving massage in this free health how-to video. It is important to apply a bit of lotion or oil to your hands before massaging the back. Use you're elbows and forearms in doing some type of gliding strokes. ...more

Tuina is a Chinese massage technique. Watch this video to learn how to perform different Tuina arm massage techniques.

They say we hold a lot of tension and stress in our shoulders (hence the popularity in many spas of the classic back massage), but given how often we use the computer these days, our hands are just as if not more cramped than our shoulders. So the next time you have a few fre ...more

In this how-to video, you will learn how to do a 15 minute neck and shoulder massage. First, make sure your customer is comfortable and relaxed. Now, start by addressing the major muscles in the back of the neck, top of the shoulders, arms, and the back. Now, apply percussive ...more

This video shows you how to use Swedish massage techniques to massage your own hands.

Watch this video to learn how to massage the neck using hot rocks, or hot stone massage therapy.

Beauty therapist Sarah Chapman shows you to give yourself a relaxing facial massage, which will improve the circulation to your skin and rejuvenate your face. Give yourself a facial massage. Click through to watch this video on videojug.com

The deltoids are the muscles near and above your shoulders. It goes on the front of the arm and it goes on the back of the arm to the shoulder. It gets really tight sometimes. One thing you want to find out from your person before you are doing a stretch on them on any part of ...more

This video shows you how to give someone a facial massage. This toning massage uses tapping techniques.

Learn how to give a great, Swedish arm massage. Also, learn some muscle jargon to impress your massage.

In this clip, Athena Jezik demonstrates a back massage routine which she purports works to drain the lymphatic system. This massage can stand on its own or be incorporated into a full body massage routine. The more you know about massage, the better you'll be at giving them. F ...more

Tuina is a Chinese stye massage technique. This video will show you how to perform a Tuina foot massage

Watch this video to learn where to place the hot rocks when giving a hot stone massage.

This video massage tutorial shows how to perform a Swedish massage on the abs, chest, neck, and face. The massage techniques are repeated a few times, to allow thorough explanation of how to flow through the moves, as well as detail about the biomechanics of massage. Watch thi ...more