Benefits of Massage TherapyMassage Therapy is used in reducing the constant use of medicine. It promotes a better immune system by helping to drain and aid the lymphatic system for immunity. It stimulates weak unused muscles and stretches tight ones. Massage Therapy allows for a more flexible body in all joints and muscles. If a person is suffering from cognitive ailments like depression it eases anxiety and allows for perfect peace. Massage allows for oxygen to flow through body organs and helps in the body's circulation process. Massage helps with muscles spasms and cramps. Massage relieves pain and awakens tired unused muscles igniting endorphins in the body.

Massage therapy is the use of manipulations on soft body tissues such as (muscle, connective, tendons and ligaments) to help a person move, relax, feel better and increase mobility. Massage therapy has many benefits and can include several types known as modalities.

Tonji’s steps in Massage Therapy will highlight massage techniques for:

1.Hand

2. Head

3. Face

4. Leg

5. Foot

This lesson will teach you to hold and apply pressure to the client.

6. Back

7. Arm

8. Neck

9. Shoulders

10. Chest

How to give a hand massageStep 1. Make sure hand is clean and free from artifacts. (Jewelry)

Step 2. Hold the person’s hand and rub gently with both hands.

Step 3. Once the hand is warmed up apply a small amount of oil on your hand rubbing it onto their hand.

Step 4. Apply gentle manipulations slowly and lightly at first then firmer and deeper as the client is telling you about the level of pressure.

Step 5. Continue rubbing back, palm, fingers of hand until complete then switch hands.

How to give a head massage1. Lay head on pillow/table, sit client up.

2. Remove hair ties/ scarves.

3.Gently massage entire scalp w/both hands.

4.Apply adequate pressure while client adjusts to manipulations.

5.Move head from side to side maintaining fluidity.

6.Instruct client to relax and breathe.

Face massage1.Use fingers to apply gentle movements on face near temporal lobes.

2. Gently massage forehead using glides, circular motions and fluttering with finger tips.

3.Use fingers to glide along both sides of jawline, up and down nose, ear, chin and cheeks.

4.Lift areas of skin where pliable, use slight pinching movements.

5.Remain fluid with both hands.

Leg massage1. Drape client adequately so one entire leg is uncovered.

2.Apply a fluid motion on leg of light massage.

3.Apply adequate amount of oil on hands to massage full leg.

4. Keep motion lite to deep as client agrees to pressure.

5. Use different hand movements to release and apply pressure to exposed leg lifting when necessary.

Foot massage1.Drape client leaving foot or feet open.

2.Use both hands to rub clean feet, use oil as needed.

3. Massage feet using different motions.

4. Apply pressure at specific points.

5. Flex feet in different positions.

6.Allow client to express the need for deeper pressure.

Back massage1.Ask client to lay on stomach, drape appropriately.

2. Use light oils.

3.Apply movements, allowing pressure as back is manipulated.

4.Use different motion techniques with both hands maintaining fluidity.

5. Move to opposite side of table never lifting both hands off of client abruptly, one hand slightly stays on client.

Arm massage1.Drape client leaving one arm exposed.

2.Use hands to gently warm up clients arm.

3.Use light oil to begin massage.

4. Massage arm from wrist to shoulder or reverse depending on your position.

5. Apply pressure adequately.

6.Use different massage techniques on arm then switch.

Neck/shoulders massage1.Apply light oil to hands.

2.Use light moderate pressure on neck.

3.Use moderate to deep pressure on shoulders.

4.Stretch neck on both sides.

5.Cup shoulders to help relieve tension.

6.Massage neck/shoulders with ease remaining constant breathing connection with client.

Chest massage1.Drape client adequately.

2.Copy breathing for fluidity.

3.Apply light pressure, remain fluid.

4.Apply oil, use different techniques.

5. Maintain constant with both hands keep eye contact.

6. Move to other side never lifting hands off the client.