In this article we will discuss neck massage techniques and 7 ways to give a fast and very effective massage. These techniques will relieve stress and relax you quickly and without needing a massage table or professional. To perform these 7 techniques, position someone in a chair sitting backwards with a pillow in between their chest and the chair, draping their head over the pillow.
1. Upper Shoulder Squeeze: The first step, administer an upper shoulder squeeze to the triangular shaped muscle on either side of the shoulders. This muscle is notorious for carrying a lot of stress and toxins; repeat three times, gradually increasing the pressure.
2. Finger Circles: Straighten your hands, put your fingers in line and place the fingers at the top of the neck. Begin by making small circles with your fingers and continue down the neck and along the shoulder muscle down to your shoulders. Repeat three times, move to the other side.
3. Lobster Claws: This technique is done by rubbing the muscles on the back of the neck, alternating hands and going in a fluid motion. Repeat 20 times.
4. Head Massage: To begin, place fingers at the hairline at the back of the head. Positioned in the center, make tiny circles with fingers and move outward. Move up the back of the head and massage the scalp, once you’ve reached the top move back down. Once completed, repeat the lobster claw massage technique on the other side of the body.
5. Fist Tapping: Gentle tapping on the back of the shoulders with the smaller part of the fist, covering the entire back and shoulders.
6. Karate Chops: With open hands, do karate chops over the shoulder muscle and upper back.
7. Finishing Strokes: These are subtle but very important; to perform finishing strokes, do light downward strokes from the shoulders to the lower back.
This article discussed neck massage techniques and 7 methods for a fast and relaxing massage. Following these simple steps will help anyone in need of a stress relieving moment.
Tess Rainey, an advocate for alternative medicine, created a website that can help you find the peace and relaxation your body needs. Her website, SwedishMassageTechniques.NurturingYourBody.com, has information regarding shoulder massage techniques as well as other techniques of massage.
