The Alexander Technique was developed by actor F. Matthias Alexander. This technique came at his own conclusion that poor posture was responsible for his own chronic voice loss. Practitioners of this technique use gentle hands-on guidance and verbal instruction, teach simple efficient ways of moving in order to improve balance, posture, and coordination to relieve tension and pain.
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Acupressure Massage
Dating back 4,000 years to ancient China, acupressure is increasingly recognized as beneficial and therapeutic in the United States today. Acupressure can often cure various ailments, boost a person’s immune system, increase energy, and relax an individual. This form of massage uses channels (called “meridians”), which are present in everyone, to allow energy to flow evenly throughout the entire body. When this flow of energy is interrupted, it creates acute health ailments and many common problems. Acupressure is used to benefit the common ones by restoring the energy flow, thus relieving discomfort and lessening the ailment.
You can learn how to do this and other types of massage professionally at one of our massage schools
Chi Nei Tsang Massage
Chi Nei Tsang is an entire system of Chinese deep healing that makes use of the energy flow of the five major systems in the body: vascular, lymphatic, nervous, tendon/muscle and acupuncture meridians. With this practice, one is able to increase the energy flow to specific organs through massaging a series of points in the navel area. Chi Nei Tsang frees the energy blockages in the navel and then guides the healing light energy into other parts of the body. Chi Nei Tsang was brought to America by Master Mantak Chia.
Reiki Massage
Practitioners of this ancient Tibetan healing system use light hand placements to channel healing energies to the recipient. While practitioners may vary widely in technique and philosophy, Reiki is commonly used to treat emotional and mental distress as well as chronic and acute physical problems, and to assist the recipient in achieving spiritual focus and clarity. A method of spiritual healing that involves the channeling of positive energy from the practitioner into the client. It is meant for relaxation and stress reduction. In Reiki, the healer places the hands above the recipient; however, it is the recipient that draws in the energy as needed. Thus, the individual being healed takes an active part in the healing process as opposed to having a passive part in traditional spiritual healing. Reiki is believed to have begun in Tibet several thousand years ago.
Please be sure to take massage therapy courses before attempting this technique.
Manual Lymph Drainage Massage
Manual Lymph Drainage is a form of gentle, whole-body massage aimed at stimulating the lymphatic system to carry away excessive fluid in the loose connective tissue. This non invasive, painless therapy is intended for conditions such as acute and chronic edema (swelling), neuromuscular disorders, headaches, acne, and sinus congestion. Working under a physician’s referral, certified therapists also treat post-mastectomy patients’ pain, edema, and fibrosis.
Please remember that massage can be damaging if not done correctly. Find a massage therapy school near you where you can get proper training.
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Myofascial Release Massage Therapy
Myofascial release massage targets the connective tissue, called the fascia, which surrounds muscles. These bands of fibrous tissue establish interconnections of the muscles with other parts of the body, including tendons, joints, bones, blood supply and organs. Due to injury or illness, these fascial tissues can become dense, tight and sore. Myofascial release massage loosens these tissues, increasing blood supply, and stretches the fascial tissues, which will increase motion and decrease discomfort. This hands-on technique seeks to free the body from the grip of tight fascia, or connective tissue, thus restoring normal alignment and function and reducing pain. Using their hands, therapists apply mild, sustained pressure in order to gently stretch and soften the fascia. Myofascial Release is used to treat neck and back pain, headaches, recurring sports injuries, and scoliosis, among other conditions.
Below is a video about Myofascial release. Please remember that you should have massage therapy training before practicing massage.
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Swedish Massage
A system of long strokes, kneading and friction techniques on the more superficial layers of the muscles, combined with active and passive movements of the joints. It is the most common type of massage treatment in America today. The strong movements of the Swedish massage begin at both ends of the body and moves toward the heart. Because muscles tense when the body senses danger and stress, Swedish massage loosens muscles thus lowering blood pressure and heart rate. Relaxation is achieved by increased circulation which in turn vitalizes the skin, muscles, nerves and connective tissues. Swedish massage has also been shown to boost one’s immune system.
You can learn about becoming a massage therapist or find massage therapy schools.
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