Massage and Relaxation Techniques

In this section you will find massage and relaxation techniques you can apply in order to release muscle tension. You can do them after a heave workout or when you are sore. Regular massage can prevent overuse-injuries, for example stresses on the joints or inflammations. The higher you performance level, the more important rest and relaxation become.

General knowledge: Massage and Relaxation

• Benefits of Massage
• How to Receive a Massage
• The Human Skeleton
• Skeletal Muscle System
• Sports Injuries

Techniques: Massage and Relaxation

• Massage Techniques
  • Effluerage
  • Petrissage
  • Friction Massage
  • Tapotement
  • Vibration
    
    
    
• Swedish Massage
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• Relaxation Techniques
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• Self Massage
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• Massage with a Partner
  • Knee - Circular Friction Massage
    
    
    
• Shiatsu
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• Other Techniques
  • Coming soon

Advice: Massage and Relaxation

• Don't apply a massages or consult your doctor first, if:
  • Recently suffered an acute trauma: sprained ligament, contusions, muscle tears etc.
    
  • You are sick or feel bad. For example fever
  • Your skin is injured: Burned, inflamed, infected or wounded
  • You have cancer or diabetes.
• Long massage strokes are always directed towards the heart. This increases venous and lymphatic flow. Pressing the blood against closed valves can damage blood vessels.

Related Topics: Massage and Relaxation

• Sports Injuries
• Stretching
• Tai Ji
• Qi Gong
• Sports Injuries First Aid

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