How To Do Indian Head Massage

Submitted by Dorian Bodnariuc on Thu, 08/01/2013 - 13:23

Indian Head Massage with Oil Learn how to give an Indian Head Massage, what are the benefits of head massage and its history. Learn the essential techniques to become a head massage expert, the popular colleague at your workplace or the massage healer in your family. Step by step tutorial through the various procedures used in a head massage.

Massage oils - The Best Carrier Oils

Submitted by Dorian Bodnariuc on Sun, 08/17/2014 - 14:51

The carrier oils used in massage are vegetal oils used as a base for incorporating aromatherapy oils. The base makes up more than 90 percent of the massage oil, so its gliding properties, and the rate of absorption in the skin will be majorly determined by it. The carrier should be ultimately the massage therapist's choice, as opposed to the essential oils which should be chosen based on the patient's preferences.

10 key benefits of therapeutic massage

Submitted by Dorian Bodnariuc on Mon, 07/07/2014 - 18:00

This is a list of key benefits of therapeutic massage. We list the most important benefits, of massage as a healing procedure, and not as recreational. Massage is very underestimated as a preventative medical act, and this is probably one of the biggest misses of massage therapist, to emphasize the prophylactic value of bodywork therapies.

Why Do We Need Massage - The Importance of Touch

Submitted by Dorian Bodnariuc on Mon, 07/07/2014 - 12:35

Why do we need massage? Because touch brings emotional balance and it is an irreplaceable way of communication. Massage fulfills our need for touch.

Nerve Strokes Massage Technique (Feathering)

Submitted by Dorian Bodnariuc on Sat, 02/22/2014 - 23:40

Nerve strokes or feathering is a fingertip massage technique that uses very light pressure on the body. Nerve Strokes are considered a light effleurage, (the French term effleurer describes better nerve strokes than the massage gliding), can be performed on almost any permitted part of the body.

Vibrations - Massage Techniques

Submitted by Dorian Bodnariuc on Sat, 02/22/2014 - 23:32

Massage Vibrations are a massage technique performed by using superficial rapid movements of the fingertips or palm. Vibrations are a difficult technique. For this reason many practitioners do not include it in their practice or they use electrical devices for vibrations.

Tapotement or Percussion Massage Technique

Submitted by Dorian Bodnariuc on Sat, 02/22/2014 - 20:31

Tapotement is Swedish massage technique consisting of rhythmic percussion movements, administered with the edge of the hand, loose fists, cupped hand, or the fingers. Tapotement is performed in a rhythmic way, with fast pace, usually alternating hands.
The term Tapotement comes from the French word "tapoter" which means to tap. Tapotement is very often referred to as massage percussion.

How to Do a Self Head Massage

Submitted by Dorian Bodnariuc on Sun, 11/24/2013 - 14:46

Head Massage is one of the best and easiest natural ways to maintain a good health. Head massage does not require privacy, and we can keep all the clothes on during the massage. The best thing about it is that you can give yourself a head massage anytime and anywhere.

Head Massage is a great remedy against Cold and Flu

Submitted by Dorian Bodnariuc on Tue, 12/13/2011 - 05:45

Massage is a great remedy against Cold and Flu and it works best as a prevention method. Head massage in particular has its advantages that make it very effective, and very easy to employ it at any time, without a special setup as required by a full body massage.