How to Massages

So, you were a messy drunk. Avoid the pain you'll suffer the next morning. Hangovers can be detrimental to your activities or work. This video, taught by nationally certified massage therapist, will help you get rid of those nasty hangovers. You will need to be patient and slo ...more

Learn how to give a Californian massage.

Do you or someone you know come home from a hard day of work or a long run with sore feet. This video will show you how to give a great foot massage that will not only soothe your feet but also relieve you of stress. Just follow the 9 easy steps described in this video. Give a ...more

Massaging the feet relaxes the whole body- watch this video to learn an introduction to foot reflexology and how to massage the feet.

Every day matters can really stress our bodies. Rub stress away with a self massage. Watch and learn how to treat yourself with the self massage tips in this medical how-to video. Take Action Try compression strokes up & down the arm Roll one forearm over arms & thighs Press ...more

Cupping is a special massage technique. This massage is fabulous if you get any type of buildup of fluids in your lungs, like little children when they have colds. Learn the art of giving a back massage with the cupping technique in this health how-to video. Take Action Cup b ...more

Equine massage is a great way to bond with your horse and alleviate pain or soreness. Learn how to do equine massage with tips from a certified equine sports massage practitioner in this free horse massage video series. Part 1 of 15 - How to Perform an equine massage. Perform ...more

This three part video shows you how to give a calf massage. Start with two different warm-up techniques and then get into the full massage! Part 1 of 5 - How to Give a calf massage. Part 2 of 5 - How to Give a calf massage. Part 3 of 5 - How to Give a calf massage. Part 4 o ...more

Like a massage for your body, a hand massage helps achieve many things at once, reducing stress, reducing muscle tension and strain, and relieving coagulated chi. If an exfoliating microdermabrasion product is used you'll also end up with healthier, more glowy skin. But you d ...more

Calf strains are a common athletic injury. A few massage techniques can help soothe most calf strain injuries. Get expert tips and advice on massage and other treatments in this video. Take Action Make person comfortable Apply pressure with both thumbs Lean on your knee Abou ...more

Learn the best techniques for giving a sensual foot massage as well as tips on massaging heels, arches, and toes with expert sensual foot massage tips in this free online massage therapy video series. Part 1 of 20 - How to Learn foot massage techniques. Learn foot massage tech ...more

Chair massages are not limited to the typical massage and karate techniques. Watch this four-part video to learn more techniques that you can use to relieve those back knots! Part 1 of 4 - How to Give a back massage on a chair. Part 2 of 4 - How to Give a back massage on a ch ...more

Take a load off! Give your friend or lover or partner an enjoyable leg massage! These techniques will surely sooth sore muscles.

Relieve stress and tension in the face and head area by learning how to do Japanese shiatsu massage with expert massage therapy tips in this free health video series. Part 1 of 15 - How to Give a head and face shiatsu massage. Give a head and face shiatsu massage - Part 2 of 1 ...more

Make sure your hand is warmed up and you have lotion in your hands, start by stroking from the ankle toward the toes, fold the whole foot while your hand is gliding over the surfaces of the foot towards the toes. Second, encircle the ankle joint with all your fingers using fi ...more

We've all passed by salons and kiosks where people are receiving relaxing chair massages. An quick upper back chair massage is often all someone needs to loosen up and feel better throughout the day. They are not difficult to give, and feel great to receive. In this tutorial, ...more

This three and a half minute video talks through the basics of hand massage. With close-ups of the action, the instructor talks through the basic technique and progression for hand massage, providing details and emphasis. All the various strokes are covered: stretching strokes ...more

Petrissage strokes are a special technique of massage. Petrissage is mostly kneading like you're kneading bread. Just like if you had a big loaf of bread and you're just kneading that bread, all that flour coming in. I'm using the bottom V, corner V of your palms, wherever you ...more

Shiatsu massage is increasingly popular. In shiatsu, we use the tools of our hands, especially our thumbs. We also use our elbows and forearms for rolling. Learn the art of giving Shiatsu massage in this health how-to video. Take Action Press in with elbow Massage 4-7 seconds ...more

Feeling the need to unwind? We do, too. In this video, Athena, a licensed massage therapist, shows you how to gently unwind the neck with massage therapy techniques. It's a great way to relax, and to start the day off right.

Do you have office chair back? If you work a 9 to 5 job then you know what we're talking about: That tight, tense feeling you get all over your shoulders, back, lower back, and arms that feels like you're carrying a great, painful weight. These aches and pains result from sit ...more

There's such a variety of massage styles to choose from today. Take Shiatsu and Thai massage. They're based on traditional Asian medicine, and are designed to address aches and pains, but are also aimed at balancing the energy of the body to improve health and well-being.

All day we use our calf muscles when we walk, run, and climb stairs. As a result calf muscles are popular massage targets. Learn the art of giving massage in this diet and health how-to video. Take Action Glide strokes towards the thigh Use palms Rotate, kneading towards the ...more

Massage Nerd demonstrates techniques for doing an American-style Shiatsu foot massage.

The head is a good area to massage. Massaging the head can relieve headaches and stress. Get expert tips and advice on massage and other treatments in this Diet & Health how to video. Take Action Perform circular motions Rub behind the ear Rub the scalp vigorously Place hands ...more

Having someone run his/her fingers through your hair is one of the most relaxing things you can feel, especially when you're stresed out. Most of the de-stressing qualities of scalp massage comes from stimulation of the scalp, which increases blood flow (and also makes your ha ...more

Foot massages are great a great way to relax after a long day. Get expert tips and advice on massage and other treatments in this diet and health how-to video. Use a little peppermint lotion on the feet to help revitalize the skin. Take Action Loosen up foot skin Stretch the ...more

This video shows you how to reduce cellulite with this simple massage technique. All natural, easy to learn, home treatment.

Tuina is a Chinese style massage technique. Learn how to give a Tuina shoulder massage in this video

We usually give massages with our finger tips. Try massaging a client's arms with the palms of your hands. Learn the art of giving massage in this health how to video. Using the bottom of palm keeps you from getting tired so quickly and it helps you give a more effective massa ...more

Headaches can hurt a lot and stop you from carrying out your daily tasks with ease. This video, illustrated by a nationally certified massage therapist, will help you get rid of those irritating headaches. You will be massaging yourself. Massage away your headache. Click throu ...more

You may think using cups for massage is weird, but it's actually very relaxing. In this video, licensed massage therapist Athena shows you how to use the cups to effectively relax the muscles in the back. You'll come out of it feeling much less stress.

Some people don't have this muscle, but if they do learn how to locate the subclavius trigger points for massage.

Relieve stress in the hips and back by learning how to do Japanese shiatsu massage for these problem areas with expert massage therapy tips in this free health video series. Part 1 of 15 - How to Give a shiatsu hip and back massage. Give a shiatsu hip and back massage - Part 2 ...more

The shoulder is one of the most important joints, yet it is under constant stress and strain. This video, demonstrated by a nationally certified massage therapist, will show you how to massage away shoulder pain. Help others and ask them to help you! Massage away shoulder pain ...more

Get a crash course on HScript Expressions, Variables, and Attributes in Houdini 10. If you don't even know what this means, then you probably need to check this video tutorial series out. Understanding how to massage data in Houdini is key to giving yourself the creative edge ...more

If you are the proud owner of a foam roller and back pain from stress and lost sleep, watch this video. It will show you one way to give yourself a deep tissue massage with the foam roller, dramatically reducing your pain.

A facial massage can rejuvenate and soothe. Make sure your hands are clean to begin with. A lot of people don't like oil, having oil in their hands and putting it on their face, or they might be allergic to it or sensitive. So have a nice clean set of hands and starting with j ...more

Learn a few massage techniques specifically designed for sports players and sports related injuries.

Everyone loves a massage. In this tutorial, learn how to help someone relax after a long day at work. A good chair massage involves work that is mostly done along each side of the spine. Find out how to work around the scapula in a chair massage with help from Gretchen Rivas, ...more

We carry the most tension in our shoulders. This is why the shoulder massages can relieve tension and relax your whole body. Get expert tips and advice on massage and other treatments in this Diet & Health how-to video. Take Action Ask person if comfortable Press down with yo ...more

Expert massage therapist Jinilee Reavis offers an introduction to hot stone massage therapy in this video series. She offers information about heating the stones, how the combination of heat and weight is therapeutic for relaxing muscles, and when to apply lotion to maximize t ...more

This video series is going to be discussing and showing techniques on how to do sports massage on the lower body. See how to massage calves, knees, stretch and more. Part 1 of 14 - How to Give a lower body sports massage. Give a lower body sports massage - Part 2 of 14. Click ...more

In this video series, our expert will guide you through a reflexology massage. She will demonstrate how to prepare the feet prior to the massage, and then explain how to massage certain parts of the foot that correspond with other organs. Our expert in massage therapy will go ...more

This massage technique of the brachioradialis muscle helps with the biceps and brachialis as well. Here is a short guide on one of the most problamatic aspects of the body - the brachioradialis muscle.

Here is a short video on the trigger points of the adductor pollicis muscle, and the area surrounding the thumb. This video gives you a great guide to working with the adductor pollicis muscle for massage.

One of the worst things to wake up with in the middle of the night are foot cramps. Foot cramps can be a very painful injury any day of the week. Get expert tips and advice on massaging and other treatments in this diet and health how-to video. Always apply a little lotion on ...more

Watch this video to learn some nice massage techniques for the neck, shoulders and upper back.

Georgia Koons demonstrates how to give a relaxing and holistic facial massage. A facial massage has many benefits. It can be anti-aging because it causes the blood to better circulate in your face. It can be relaxing by massaging in soft circular motions. Any type of massage i ...more

Massage nerd shows us some Shiatsu chair massage techniques and gives some very important tips for preventing injury while giving a chair massage. Part 1 of 2 - How to Give a Shiatsu chair massage. Give a Shiatsu chair massage - Part 2 of 2. Click through to watch this video o ...more

There’s never been a better way to say, “I love you,” than by giving a massage. Follow these instructions to become an instant hit.

Learn how to reduce spine pain and pressure from scoliosis with expert tips on sports massage therapy treatments for curvature of the spine in this free video series. Part 1 of 15 - How to Treat scoliosis with massage therapy. Treat scoliosis with massage therapy - Part 2 of 1 ...more

Massage is a great way to relax the body and mind. It is important to know how to massage specific areas like the sides properly. Get expert tips and advice on massage and other treatments in this how-to video. Follow along and learn a technique for massaging the right side of ...more

Watch this video and learn how to locate the supinator muscle trigger points for massage.

Cold therapy is a type of physical therapy that can reduce swelling. Cold is really great to use somewhere between 10 to 30 minutes at a time and then you want a little break. Get expert tips and advice on massage and other treatments in this how-to video. Take Action Use a c ...more

The hands are one of the more overworked parts of the body. Watch this video to learn massage techniques that can be used to relieve aches, pains and knots in these regions while the client is relaxing on a chair. A word of advice though, use lotion instead of oil because most ...more

This clip demonstrates a simple Pilates massage ball exercise routine which focuses on the feet. With Pilates, as with any physical fitness system, a basic mastery of proper technique is essential for both maximizing the effectiveness of your workouts and avoiding accidental i ...more

Learn how to give Swedish massages.

Shin splints are a form of inflammation and they come when you are probably running or doing some kind of physical activity too aggressively. So really, truly, the best thing for shin splints is rest. Ice is also another good way to get some relief from shin splints. And usual ...more