Advice For Giving Great Massages

Massages are one of the best ways for people to alleviate stress and relive muscle soreness and pain. Many people have turned to rubdowns at home to avoid the cost of having it done professionally. With these tips, it will be easy to give a rubdown at home that will feel like it was done by a trained masseuse.

The first thing to remember is that a novice should not try to do too much. Some back and neck problems are related to serious spine conditions that cannot be soothed by rubbing muscles. If it seems as though the person may have serious issues than it is best to turn to the help of a doctor.

It is always important to prepare the environment where the rubdown is going to occur. This means removing any clutter, children, TVs or animals that may cause unwanted noise and distractions. The temperature should be comfortable and the lights should be dim. It is also a good idea to put on some relaxing music, preferably something without lyrics.

There should be enough space to move around comfortably. In addition, the person should be laying on a hard surface so that the muscles are fully supported. It is also important to have plenty of towels on hand. These will allow the person to cover up any intimate areas and can also be used to retain the heat created by the rubdown.

It is a good idea to use some type of lubricant. This will help further relax the body and can leave the person smelling nice and feeling soft and smooth. There are any number of oils made specifically for this purpose, but olive oil can be a great substitute in a pinch. Be sure to use a water based lubricant so that it can be washed off easily.

The best way to approach the massage itself is to concentrate on major muscles like the neck, back, legs and shoulders. To get the best affect it is best to start at the shoulders and work all the way down to the hands. Then move onto the lower body, ending with the calves. Be sure the person receiving the rubdown is comfortable at all times and that too much pressure is not applied.

There are professional techniques that can be learned easily by doing research online or in a book. Several of the basic movements are fairly easy to learn but can add a lot to the rubdown. One good one to use in the beginning is called effleurage. This technique involves using the palm of the hand to apply steady pressure that will stretch out soft tissue. There are many videos available that will help teach these techniques.

There are a few things to remember so that massages do not get painful. Never apply direct pressure to the spinal area. The person doing the rubdown should never pinch and should try to keep some type of pressure on the person at all times. Be sure to wipe them down when it is finished. With these tips the power of relaxation will be in your fingertips.

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