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QuestionHow do you give yourself a neck massage?Jason Myerson is a Physical Therapist and a Certified Orthopedic Specialist. He is affiliated with Performance Physical Therapy & Wellness with clinics located in Connecticut. He serves as adjunct faculty in the Physical Therapy Department at Quinnipiac University. Jason specializes in helping active people get back to hobbies, activities, and sports they love while utilizing an integrated approach to wellness. He holds an MA in Physical Therapy from Quinnipiac University and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) from Arcadia University. He is Residency and Fellowship trained in Orthopedic Manual Therapy, achieved a Doctorate in Manual Therapy (DMT) and became a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT).Physical Therapist & Certified Orthopedic SpecialistExpert AnswerIf you're experiencing soreness in your neck, take a hot shower or apply a hot pack to the area, and gently massage the area. In addition, you can try some gentle range-of motion stretches and arm movements to help improve the blood flow to the area, which could help. Just make sure that when you're stretching your neck, you always do so lightly, or you could hurt more later.
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QuestionWhy doesn't it feel good when you massage yourself?Will Fuller is a Certified Massage Therapist and Wellness Educator working in San Francisco, California. Will has worked with the Sports and Recreation Center at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), taught sports in England, Kenya, and Kuwait, and is now affiliated with the Chiro-Medical Group. He was trained in physical rehabilitation under a program founded by Dr. Meir Schneider. He has a Bachelors in Sport Science and a Post-Graduate Certificate of Education in Physical Education from Southampton University.Honestly, a professional massage therapist is going to know all of the tricks and maneuvers when it comes to actually relieving tension. They're also going to see and feel problems with your body that you probably aren't going to be able to identify. You can massage yourself, but go see a pro if you want a really good massage.
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QuestionWhy do I always tense back up a few days after massaging myself?Will Fuller is a Certified Massage Therapist and Wellness Educator working in San Francisco, California. Will has worked with the Sports and Recreation Center at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), taught sports in England, Kenya, and Kuwait, and is now affiliated with the Chiro-Medical Group. He was trained in physical rehabilitation under a program founded by Dr. Meir Schneider. He has a Bachelors in Sport Science and a Post-Graduate Certificate of Education in Physical Education from Southampton University.Massages are great at removing tension, but it's not a solution to the underlying problem that's causing the tension in the first place. So, if your posture is poor or you're super stressed out, the massage may solve the problem temporarily, but it won't fix the root issue.
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QuestionCould you use lotion to massage alsoTheMuteBuild // NewBuildminiCommunity AnswerOf course! You can. Also it is the most common lubricant used in massages. Well, Wikihow doesn't allow my detailed answers that are short so I write this sentence so that I can post it.
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QuestionHow do I massage my glutes and the back of my legs?Community AnswerUse a foam roller to massage your glutes and back of your legs.
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QuestionDo I need to massage myself when I am angry/upset?Charlee RodriguezCommunity AnswerYou don't have to, but it could help. Just make sure you are not so angry that you hurt yourself while in the process of a massage.
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QuestionWhat should I do to massage my back if I hurt it in a car accident?Community AnswerYou should try seeing a doctor to make sure it’s okay for you to massage your back after a car accident. You may also want to consider physical therapy for the pain, depending on the specific injury.
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QuestionWhat are the benefits of a foot massage?Michaela RobbinsCommunity AnswerFirst, any massage is relaxing and is a stress reliever. A foot massage can improve your circulation, help with pain and soreness in your feet, and, as shown in one study, can lower blood pressure.
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QuestionI would like to give my crush a foot massage. How should I ask him if he would enjoy that?Community AnswerIf you don't know him well, I'd suggest waiting until you're better acquainted. However, if you're already close enough that you've broken the touch barrier, just say something casual, like, "Hey, I give a really good foot massage, you want one?"
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QuestionDo I have to be naked to massage myself?Community AnswerNo, but being unencumbered by clothes makes it easier to reach each part of your body effectively.
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QuestionWhat oils are good for a body massage?Community AnswerLavender and almond oil are very soothing, but it depends on personal preference.
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QuestionWould a steam before a massage help?Community AnswerYes. It helps loosen your muscles.
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