In this short preview video, INTRODUCTION: About Medical Massage Therapy Series, get a glimpse of what to expect in our comprehensive online training. Covering targeted techniques to address specific medical conditions and pain relief, this series is designed to enhance your skills and expand your therapeutic practice.
INTRODUCTION: About Foundational Massage Techniques Library offers an overview of our online video library designed to teach essential massage therapy skills. In this short introductory video, discover how the video series/library guides you through core techniques, providing a strong foundation for effective, professional practice.
INTRODUCTION: About Swedish Massage Techniques Series introduces you to the essential practices of therapeutic Swedish massage, covering sequences for each area of the body. This short video previews the 6-part series. Start here to understand how to elevate your massage practice with professional Swedish Massage techniques.
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Swedish Massage: The Abdomen (Supine) is a comprehensive instructional video demonstrating a full Swedish massage session focused on the abdomen in the supine position. This session includes essential techniques such as effleurage, petrissage, and gentle friction to promote relaxation, improve digestion, and support overall well-being. Proper draping techniques are emphasized to ensure client comfort and professionalism throughout the session.
Swedish Massage: The Upper Extremity (Supine) is a detailed instructional video featuring a full Swedish massage session focused on the upper body while in the supine position. This session demonstrates key techniques such as effleurage, petrissage, friction, and tapotement to enhance circulation, release muscle tension, and promote relaxation.
Swedish Massage: The Lower Extremity (Prone) is a full-length instructional video showcasing a complete Swedish massage session focused on the lower body in the prone position. This session incorporates fundamental techniques such as effleurage, petrissage, friction, and tapotement to enhance circulation, relieve muscle tension, and promote deep relaxation.
Swedish Massage: The Lower Extremity (Supine) guides you through Swedish massage techniques for the front of the lower body, focusing on the thigh, leg, and foot. You'll learn essential draping and undraping methods, how to begin and conclude the session with techniques applied through the drape, and hands-on techniques using lubricant for direct skin contact. This step-by-step approach will help you perform a smooth and effective lower extremity massage with confidence.
Swedish Massage: The Back (Prone) is a full-length instructional video that guides you through a complete Swedish massage session focused on the back. Designed for relaxation and therapeutic benefits, this session showcases a seamless flow of classic Swedish techniques, including effleurage, petrissage, friction, and more.
Swedish Massage Techniques Series: Let’s Get Started! is the first video in this six-part video series designed to guide you through the series. Watch this video first before you watch the remaining videos in the series!
Swedish Massage: The Face and Neck features a complete session focused on the face and neck in the supine position. This session demonstrates gentle yet effective Swedish massage techniques, including effleurage, petrissage, and light friction, to promote relaxation, relieve tension, and enhance circulation.
Stripes is a technique that uses the thumbs (side by side, or thumb on top of thumb) to glide in the direction of muscle fibers in order to outline their borders, improve circulation and promote relaxation. Stripes is a more focused technique used to effectively treat target areas that are adhered by using smooth, gliding strokes in a straight line (thus its name of “stripes”).
A variation of effleurage, forearm techniques are used to apply gentle (or deeper) pressure over larger muscles in the body. With sustained pressure, the therapist will slowly glide over the muscle fibers in order to stretch and widen the muscles. Using the forearm allows the therapist to cover a wider area of the body and/or apply deeper pressure. This technique is particularly effective for loosening tight muscles and increasing relaxation.
Flat back-of-hands is a variation of the classic petrissage technique that focuses on using the backs of hands to apply pressure while gliding in the direction of the muscle fibers, in order to stretch and widen the muscle. This technique is particularly effective for loosening tight muscles and increasing relaxation, making it a versatile tool in a massage therapist's repertoire.
Kneading petrissage is a massage technique that involves rhythmically lifting, squeezing, and rolling the muscles using the hands and fingers. This method targets deeper layers of muscle tissue to enhance blood flow, release tension, and improve overall muscle elasticity. Ideal for relieving stiffness and promoting relaxation, kneading is a fundamental technique in therapeutic massage practices.
Pick-up Petrissage is a massage technique that involves lifting the muscles in a rhythmic manner. Using the hands or fingers, the therapist gently lifts the muscle tissue away from the underlying structures, then releases it to encourage relaxation and improve circulation. This technique is effective for loosening tight muscles, reducing tension, and enhancing flexibility, making it a fundamental component of therapeutic massage.
Spreading is a variation of the classic petrissage technique that focuses on separating and widening the muscle fibers. Using firm yet gentle movements, the therapist applies pressure while compressing the muscles outward to enhance circulation, release tension, and improve flexibility. This technique is particularly effective for loosening tight muscles and increasing relaxation, making it a versatile tool in a massage therapist's repertoire.
Wringing is a massage technique that involves gripping, lifting the muscle belly and twisting movements, applied with the hands working in opposite directions. This technique is designed to stretch and mobilize the muscles, increase blood flow, and release tension in deeper layers of tissue. Wringing is particularly effective for warming up large muscle groups and improving flexibility, making it a valuable addition to any massage session.
Alternating Hands Petrissage is a foundational massage technique similar to fanning, which is characterized by smooth, gliding strokes applied with alternating palms of hands that fan outward. This technique is used to warm up muscles, improve circulation, and promote relaxation. Alternating hands technique may be applied after the traditional effleurage, creating a calming rhythm while easing tension and preparing the body for deeper techniques.
Fanning Petrissage is a foundational massage technique characterized by smooth, gliding strokes applied with the palms of hands that fan outward, in a synchronized motion. This technique is used to warm up muscles, improve circulation, and promote relaxation. Fanning may be applied after the traditional effleurage, creating a calming rhythm while easing tension and preparing the body for deeper techniques.
Effleurage is a foundational massage technique characterized by smooth, gliding strokes applied with varying pressure. Typically performed with the palms, fingertips, or forearms, this technique is used to warm up muscles, improve circulation, and promote relaxation. Effleurage is performed directly on the skin to apply lubricant to the body and is the starting and finishing technique in a massage session.
Compression massage is a technique that involves applying steady, rhythmic pressure to muscles using the hands or the palms, and done over the draping. This method works to increase circulation, reduce tension, and enhance the pliability of the muscles without the need for oil or lotion. This technique is used in the beginning of the massage session to introduce the client to the therapist’s touch and as an investigative tool for the therapist to become acquainted with the quality of the tissue.
Jostling is a dynamic technique that involves shaking or vibrating movements applied to a limb or muscle group. By gently lifting and shaking the tissues, this method helps release tension, relax muscles, and increase joint mobility. Jostling is often used as a preparatory or finishing technique in massage sessions to enhance relaxation and improve overall body awareness.
Rocking is a soothing technique that involves gentle, rhythmic movements to create a swaying or rocking motion in the body. This method helps release tension, promote relaxation, and encourage a sense of balance within the nervous system. Rocking technique is always applied directly over the draping and may be used in the beginning of the session, right before transitioning the client from prone to supine, or at the end of the session.
This is The Face and Head - the seventh techniques video in our Medical Massage Therapy Series that feature 7 videos covering a wide array of techniques. Please enjoy!
This is The Hip - the sixth techniques video in our Medical Massage Therapy Series that feature 7 videos covering a wide array of techniques. Please enjoy!
This is The Lower Back - the fifth techniques video in our Medical Massage Therapy Series that feature 7 videos covering a wide array of techniques. Please enjoy!
This is The Lower Extremity - the fourth techniques video in our Medical Massage Therapy Series that feature 7 videos covering a wide array of techniques. Please enjoy!
This is The Neck - the third techniques video in our Medical Massage Therapy Series that feature 7 videos covering a wide array of techniques. Please enjoy!
This is The Shoulder Girdle - the second techniques video in our Medical Massage Therapy Series that feature 7 videos covering a wide array of techniques. Please enjoy!
This is The Upper Back - the first techniques video in our Medical Massage Therapy Series that feature 7 videos covering a wide array of techniques. Please enjoy!
This video sets the foundation for the entire Medical Massage Techniques Series. In this video, we explore how to approach various pathologies, effectively integrate techniques from different lessons, and develop personalized treatment plans. Begin here to maximize your understanding and success throughout the series.
Discover how to properly drape a client in the prone position to ensure comfort, privacy, and easy access to the lower extremities. This video provides clear, step-by-step instructions, enabling you to confidently apply effective massage therapy techniques with professionalism and care.
Learn the proper method for securely and professionally draping a client in the prone position to ensure privacy and comfort while performing back-focused massage techniques. This step-by-step guide emphasizes client safety and optimal access for effective therapy.
In Draping for the Turnover video from the Massage Draping Techniques Series, you'll learn the essential steps for safely and smoothly transitioning a client on the table, from prone to supine or vice-versa. This video provides detailed guidance on maintaining proper draping, ensuring client privacy, and executing the turnover with professionalism and ease. Master this crucial technique to enhance the flow of your sessions and create a comfortable, secure experience for your clients.
Learn the proper techniques for draping a client in the supine position, ensuring comfort, privacy, and effective access to the upper extremities. This video offers step-by-step instructions to help you confidently drape the upper extremity with precision and professionalism.
Master the art of securely draping a client in the supine position to provide safe and comfortable access to the lower extremities. This video offers step-by-step guidance to ensure client privacy while allowing for effective application of massage therapy techniques.
Explore the correct method for draping a client in the supine position to provide comfortable and secure access to the abdomen. This video offers step-by-step guidance to ensure client privacy while allowing for the effective and professional application of massage therapy techniques.
In the first video of the Massage Draping Techniques Series, The Importance of Draping, we discuss the essential role proper draping plays in professional massage therapy. This video highlights how effective draping ensures client comfort, privacy, and trust while enabling therapists to work efficiently and confidently. Whether you're just beginning or refining your practice, understanding the principles of draping is key to creating a safe and professional environment.