Massage Therapy: Video Series

The primary benefit of hydraulic massage tables is that they are time efficient. Discover information about hydraulic massage tables with a discussion from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

Earth Lite is an eco-friendly company whose massage tables are made out of farm-raised wood. Discover information about Earth Lite massage tables with a discussion from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

Oakwork is a company that has the widest variety of massage tables available. Discover information about Oakwork massage tables with a discussion from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

Strong Lite massage tables offer a wide variety for a good price. Discover information about Strong Lite massage tables with a discussion from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

Living Earth massage tables are high-end tables that can be found in some of the finest spas in the world. Discover information about Living Earth massage tables with a discussion from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

Prenatal massages should not use deep tissue massage on the legs and should avoid abdominal massage during the first and third trimesters. Discover information about prenatal massage with a discussion from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

If a portable massage table isn't available, sometimes a massage therapist just has to make do with blankets and pillows. Make a massage table with tips from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

Massage tables need to be elevated so that the therapist can preserve good body mechanics. Use elevating massage tables with tips from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

Before becoming a massage therapist, a person should decide if they have the right personality to be a social and emotional caregiver. Become a massage therapist with tips from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

When giving foot massages, focus on the base of the heel where the tendons attach to the bone. Give or receive a foot massage with tips from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

Warming up muscles is important in deep tissue massage so that the superficial muscle layers aren't injured. Give or receive a deep tissue massage with tips from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

Thai massage uses joint manipulation, stretching and supported, passive movements. Give or receive a Thai massage with tips from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

Before using massage oils that incorporate peanut or almond oil, make sure that the client doesn't have any allergies. Use massage oils with tips from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

The term 'massage parlor' often has negative connotations, so it's best to refer to such facilities as therapy or wellness centers. Learn about the term 'massage parlor' with information from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

Before using hot stones in massage, the stones should be set out until they reach a comfortable temperature. Give or receive a hot stone massage with tips from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

When giving shoulder massages, it's best to focus on the tendons, ligaments and muscle attachments that hold the humerus in place in the shoulder girdle. Give or receive a shoulder massage with tips from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

In massage, equipment and materials that are used include creams, oils, rolling devices, stretching bands and trigger point tools. Learn about different types of massage equipment with information from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

Three important massage points include the trigger point, acupressure point and the tender point. Discover different massage therapy points with tips from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

Reflexology techniques are performed on the hands, feet or ears. Use reflexology techniques with tips from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

In order to be a reflexologist, a person needs to be trained in healing, nurturing touch. Become a reflexologist with tips from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

A chiropractor's office is a great place for a massage therapist to work. Prepare for a chiropractic massage with tips from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

Hydrotherapy is basically the use of water in some form for therapeutic reasons. Learn about hydrotherapy treatments with information from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

Two common techniques in foot reflexology are finger walking and thumb walking. Use foot reflexology techniques with tips from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

Reflexology is based on zone therapy which divides the body into longitudinal sections with end points on the hands, feet and head. Discover how reflexology works with information from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.

Esalen massage is a variation of a Swedish massage that is used as a way for people to feel more comfortable in their bodies. Find out about esalen massage with information from a licensed massage therapist in this free video series on massage therapy.