Massage Videos

By making their own massage oils, massage therapists can customize the oils with their own mixture of oils, such as jojoba, apricot seed and almond oil. Make massage oil using the tips in this...

When massaging men, focus on tension in the pectorals and add more lotion to areas with body hair. Learn techniques for massaging men in this free instructional video on massage techniques from a...

Massaging the face is good way to relieve tension for patients who clench or grind their jaws by sinking fingers into the cheekbone. Learn how to massage a face in this free instructional video on...

A massage is a great way to relieve stress in soft tissues and realign bones and organs in order to help patients unwind. Find out how to relieve stress with a massage in this free instructional...

Massage therapists can avoid tiring out their arms and hands with a few simple self-massage techniques to relieve pressure on the forearm extensors. Find out how to massage your own arms to...

When massaging women, establish boundaries for areas that will not be exposed and work the pectoral areas, avoiding breast tissue. Find out tips for massaging women in this free instructional...

When massaging feet, use firm and slow pressure to compress and stretch the Achilles tendon and avoid tender areas, such as the medial arch. Massage feet with the tips in this free instructional...

When massaging arms, use thumbs and gentle pressure to relieve strain on the flexors on the inside of the arms and extensors on the outside of arms. Learn how to massage arms in this free...

During a massage, a pregnant woman should lie on her side with a pillow under her head as the massage therapist concentrates on the aches in the hips and the cramping in the legs. Find how how to...

A good massage can provide increased circulation, relaxation and relief from tension and knots in the body, in addition to increased flexibility and range of motion. Find out about the health...

During a deep tissue massage, a massage therapist sinks fingers deep into muscle layers. Learn how to give a deep tissue massage in this free instructional video on massage techniques from a...

When massaging shoulders, a massage therapist works around the rotator cuff, the spine and the scapula, applying pressure with their thumbs. Massage shoulders with the tips in this free...

Although shiatsu commonly refers to acupressure, a shiatsu massage involves pressure applied to a client's chi energy points with thumbs, elbows and knees. Find out how to give a shiatsu massage...

Among the varied massage therapy techniques, tapotement uses karate-like chops to ease pressure on muscles, and petrissage involves lifting and kneading muscles. Compare massage techniques with...

Most states require 500 hours of education and the passing of an exam before someone can become a licensed massage therapist. Become a licensed massage therapist with tips from a massage...

A Swedish massage is characterized by long flowing strokes given over the entire body. Give a Swedish massage with tips from a massage instructor in this free video on massage therapy and techniques.

When giving an arm massage, it's important to focus on the deltoids and the forearms. Give an arm massage with tips from a massage instructor in this free video on massage therapy and techniques.

When massaging a child, boy or girl, be gentle on muscle tissue and avoid bony areas. Use kneading and squeezing techniques to give a gentle massage. Give a boy or girl a massage with tips from a...

Couples can give each other foot massages while laying on the couch and facing each other. Do couples foot massages with tips from a massage instructor in this free video on massage therapy and...

A foot with gout shouldn't be massaged because it is painful, but a soap made of Epsom salt and rock salt will help relieve some of the pain. Give foot massages for gout with tips from a massage...

When giving a sinus massage, first clear through the neck because it gives room for everything to drain downward. Give a sinus massage with tips from a massage instructor in this free video on...

Before hiring a massage therapist, look for referrals, make sure there is trust and look for therapists who are licensed and insured. Hire a massage therapist with tips from a massage instructor...

When giving a massage, oil the client's back, avoid choppy strokes and focus on moving against the muscle fibers. Give a massage with tips from a massage instructor in this free video on massage...

A prenatal massage should be done with the client in a semi-reclined position and should avoid deep tissue strokes. Give a prenatal massage with tips from a massage instructor in this free video...

A scalp massage technique often depends on the amount of the hair the client has, and someone with a lot of hair should put theirs up in a clip. Give a scalp massage with tips from a massage...

Hot stone massages should be done along the muscles and not along the spine. Give a stone massage with tips from a massage instructor in this free video on massage therapy and techniques.

A chest massage should include strokes that pull up through the ribcage and over the pectoral muscles. Give a chest massage with tips from a massage instructor in this free video on massage...

A face massage includes placing pressure on the cheekbones and eyebrows, as well as on the temples. Give a face massage with tips from a massage instructor in this free video on massage therapy...

A good chair massage includes strokes that massage the base of the skull and the arms. Give a good chair massage with tips from a massage instructor in this free video on massage therapy and...

A good neck massage focuses on the areas just along each side of the spine. Give a good neck massage with tips from a massage instructor in this free video on massage therapy and techniques.

A hand massage usually focuses on the headache point that lies between the forefinger and thumb. Give a hand massage with tips from a massage instructor in this free video on massage therapy and...

When giving a leg massage, use oil and focus on the hamstrings, because they are usually tight. Give a leg massage with tips from a massage instructor in this free video on massage therapy and...

A facial massage should use nice even strokes and focus on the areas around the eyes and cheekbones. Do a facial massage with tips from a massage instructor in this free video on massage therapy...

Finding a massage therapist is usually done through the yellow pages, the Internet or through referrals. Find a massage therapist with tips from a massage instructor in this free video on massage...

Finding a spa can be done through the yellow pages, the Internet or through referrals from friends and family. Find a spa with tips from a massage instructor in this free video on massage therapy...

When giving a back massage, use oil, run two fingers down each side of the spine and use cross fiber friction techniques. Give a back massage with tips from a massage instructor in this free video...

When buying a skirt for a massage table, measure the table's width and length and do research online. Buy a skirt for a massage table with tips from a massage instructor in this free video on...

If massage supplies aren't readily available, the Internet and massage magazines can be great resources. Buy massage supplies with tips from a massage instructor in this free video on massage...

In order to become a certified massage therapist, a person must go through massage school and check state regulations. Become a certified massage therapist with tips from a massage instructor in...

Before getting a massage, drink plenty of water, clean up and be sure to relax. Get a massage with tips from a massage instructor in this free video on massage therapy and techniques.

Rest, ice, compression and elevation are parts of massage used to help joints and muscle injuries heal quicker with less pain. Use RICE, which stands for rest, ice, compression and elevation, in...

Massage chair therapy is a portable form of massage that has evolved into a more comfortable form for therapists and clients. Learn the history of the massage chair from a massage therapist in...

A successful massage therapist always challenges themselves, has reference material available and listens to their clients. Become a successful massage therapist, and learn to listen with the...

A massage establishment license is required for any sort of establishment that provides massage therapy services. Get a massage establishment license, which is paid for by the owner of the...

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by long-term, widespread pain in the muscles, tendons and ligaments. Learn about fibromyalgia, and treating the physical pain with therapy, from a...

When buying a massage table, make sure it's the right size, make sure it has the right bolster for back support and make sure the locking mechanism on the face cradle works. Buy a massage table...

When packing a massage table, remove the bolsters and head rest before folding up the table and putting it in its case. Pack a massage table in less than a minute with tips from a massage...

Three ways that massage tables are weight tested are with a static weight test, a moving weight test and a drop weight test. Learn about massage table weight testing to make sure the hinges are...

Purchasing professional liability insurance is important for massage therapists to protect against clients who claim that they are injured and try to sue the therapist. Learn about professional...

When buying a massage table, make sure their is a UL listing, or underwriter's laboratories listing, associated with the table. Find out about massage table safety and safety certification...