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Back Massage Technique, Tip 3:
Effleurage using reinforced Fingers
(Smaller area of contact, so deeper again – see diagram). Stand on the opposite side to the one that you are working on. I suggest you stand on the right side first. Push with the flats of your fingers (one hand on top of the other) away from the center line, then glide back toward the spine. Start at the lower back, and work up to the upper back (five minutes).
Back Massage Technique, Tip 4:
Stripping, using the Reinforced thumb
Glide with deep sustained pressure up the full length of the “sausage shaped” muscles either side of the spine (see diagram). Back off the pressure a little as you cover the neck. Move slowly and deliberately, feeling for knots or sensitive spots as you glide from lower to upper back. Three times each side; alternate with a couple of minutes of effleurage (techniques one to three above), and repeat the stripping.
Back Massage Technique, Tip 5:
Frictions, using the Reinforced Middle Finger:
Firm deep movements either side of each spinous process. Start to the side of the lower spine and move upward. Apply 5 frictions at each spot – more if over a sore spot.
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Lie the partner on their belly on a firm, comfortable surface (see diagrams below). Make sure you can reach their whole back without straining your own.
Back Massage Technique, Tip 1:
Whole Hand Effleurage
Warm the massage oil in your hands, and apply a modest amount with whole hand “effleurage” (definition – smooth rhythmic stroking): Use the whole surface of both hands (see diagram). Stroke reasonably firmly upwards from the lower back all the way up to the neck, then (gentler pressure), circle around and back to the lower back region (5 to 10 minutes).
Back Massage Technique, Tip 2:
Effleurage using Heel of the Hand
There is a smaller area of contact, so the pressure is deeper. Both hands work in circles – start at the lower back. Move in a circle, first outward, then upward and return to the center. Gradually progress to the upper back (5 minutes).
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1. If the patient is uncomfortable in the lower back, ankles, neck or shoulders, place cushions as required under the whole length of the torso, and/or under the ankles, the shoulders, or the side of the head (diagram right). In pregnancy, the patient can lie on her side. Do not use the massage techniques in this article during
2. Cover any parts of the body not being worked on with a warm towel.
3. Pour the massage oil onto your hands first, and then apply (too cold otherwise!) Once the massage is started, keep a hand on the person at all times, so that there are no surprises.
4. Avoid direct pressure on bony processes.
5. (Important!) – Ask the patient for feedback: Are you warm enough? Are you comfortable? How’s that feel?
Massage Warnings:
1. Minimal direct pressure on bony processes.
2. Avoid broken skin, blisters or areas of possible infection.
3. See also Back Pain Red Flags
Massage Benefits:
1. Relaxation, releasing of tight muscles.
2. Emotional comfort and stress management.
3. Increased body awareness.
4. Improved circulation, and improved lymphatic drainage for release of toxins.
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So long as you have an the help of an understanding partner who will give you good feedback, you can quickly learn to apply therapeutic back massage techniques (Swedish Massage: Effleurage and Stripping, Trigger Point Release) that rival those of massage experts.
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So long as you have an the help of an understanding partner who will give you good feedback, you can quickly learn to apply therapeutic back massage techniques (Swedish Massage: Effleurage and Stripping, Trigger Point Release) that rival those of massage experts.
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