{"id":46165,"date":"2022-09-13T03:41:28","date_gmt":"2022-09-13T03:41:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=46165"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"self-massage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/","title":{"rendered":"Self-Massage Benefits, Must-Knows, And Tips To Help Relieve Body Pain Instantly!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#What_Is_Self-Massage\" >What Is Self-Massage?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Importance_Of_Self-Massage\" >Importance Of Self-Massage<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#It_Is_Convenient\" >It Is Convenient<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Relieves_Tight_Muscles\" >Relieves Tight Muscles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Helps_With_Headaches\" >Helps With Headaches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Improves_Muscle_Flexibility\" >Improves Muscle Flexibility<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Helps_Manage_Several_Conditions\" >Helps Manage Several Conditions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Helps_During_Exercise\" >Helps During Exercise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#How_To_Self-Massage\" >How To Self-Massage<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Focus_On_The_Area_Of_Tension\" >Focus On The Area Of Tension<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Incorporate_Tools\" >Incorporate Tools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Pressure_Application\" >Pressure Application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Move_The_Skin\" >Move The Skin<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Use_Oils\" >Use Oils<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Simple_Ways_To_Self-Massage_Different_Body_Parts\" >Simple Ways To Self-Massage Different Body Parts<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Eyes\" >Eyes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Hands\" >Hands<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Neck\" >Neck<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Shoulders\" >Shoulders<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Lower_Back\" >Lower Back<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#Feet\" >Feet<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/self-massage\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting a massage is an effective way to relieve your body of stress, tension, and soreness. During a massage, pressure applied to your body triggers the release of endorphins which encourages relaxation and fights soreness and stress. Seeking the services of a skilled masseur can be expensive and inconvenient when you are short on time and money. As an option, you can learn and practice a few simple self-massage techniques at home. Get all these techniques and more insight on self-massage today.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Self_Massage_Benefits\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Self_Massage_Benefits\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Self-Massage\"><\/span><b>What Is Self-Massage?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the name implies, you use your hands or other essential tools to manipulate your muscles by applying pressure to ease tension. This is considered an effective and cost-effective way of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/flat-stomach-30-day-ab-challenge\/\">relaxation<\/a> because it requires little to no expense.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, it suits individuals who are self-conscious or hate the idea of being touched by other people. It is also convenient for individuals who live alone and lack availability to someone who can give them a massage as needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_Of_Self-Massage\"><\/span><b>Importance Of Self-Massage<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Self-massage is important for many reasons. Although <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-cellulite-on-butt\/\">most people<\/a> only know of the relaxation benefit, self-massage does bring more than this to the table. Here are a few of the benefits tied to this practice:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_Is_Convenient\"><\/span><b>It Is Convenient<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, people suffer from tight muscles, fatigue, and tension because they believe they can only get relaxation at the hands of a masseur. But what happens when you cannot afford regular sessions or lack time to seek these services? Does it mean you have to continue hurting?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We do not think so. One of the benefits of learning how to self-massage is tied to its convenience (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/health.usnews.com\/health-news\/health-wellness\/slideshows\/10-reasons-you-should-try-self-massage?slide=4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0First, you are using your hands, meaning you are not paying someone to do it. Secondly, you can do it at any time without worrying about making a booking.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relieves_Tight_Muscles\"><\/span><b>Relieves Tight Muscles<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The other benefit of this practice is reduced muscle stiffness or tightness. A <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/why-do-my-muscles-tighten-up-when-i-sleep\/\">massage<\/a> relieves muscle tightness by increasing blood circulation to your muscles, helping to loosen your joints (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/health.usnews.com\/health-news\/health-wellness\/slideshows\/10-reasons-you-should-try-self-massage?slide=4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Helps_With_Headaches\"><\/span><b>Helps With Headaches<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Believe it or not, this simple practice can help keep headaches at bay. A 2002 study discovered that massage therapy directed toward the shoulder and neck muscles significantly reduced headache frequency among chronic tension headache sufferers (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC1447303\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Additionally, the study showed the duration of headaches decreased during the massage therapy period (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC1447303\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improves_Muscle_Flexibility\"><\/span><b>Improves Muscle Flexibility<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improving muscle flexibility is important as it helps prevent injury risk, back pain and balance problems. Besides flexibility exercises, evidence also shows massage therapy can help improve muscle flexibility and activity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/massage-before-or-after-workout\/\"><i>Should You Get A Massage Before Or After Your Workout?<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Self_Massage_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-44590 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207627-1024x576.png\" alt=\"self massage\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207627.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207627-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207627.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207627-1637x920.png 1637w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207627.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Helps_Manage_Several_Conditions\"><\/span><b>Helps Manage Several Conditions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Self-massage is an effective coping tool for individuals with fibromyalgia (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/health.usnews.com\/health-news\/health-wellness\/slideshows\/10-reasons-you-should-try-self-massage?slide=4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0Similarly, it is recommended for people with arthritis and tunnel syndrome due to its ability to improve sleep (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/health.usnews.com\/health-news\/health-wellness\/slideshows\/10-reasons-you-should-try-self-massage?slide=4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0Evidence also suggests using the practice to treat constipation and relieve menstrual cramps (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/health.usnews.com\/health-news\/health-wellness\/slideshows\/10-reasons-you-should-try-self-massage?slide=4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Helps_During_Exercise\"><\/span><b>Helps During Exercise<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Self-massage is also important pre and post-workout. Before exercise, it helps increase blood flow to your muscles which is important for allowing efficient glucose delivery (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/health.usnews.com\/health-news\/health-wellness\/slideshows\/10-reasons-you-should-try-self-massage?slide=4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). In addition, it is considered very helpful before any cardio, stretching program, or strength training.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After exercise, self-massage is important for different reasons. For one, it helps fight muscle soreness and prevents the storage of lactic acid in the muscles. Secondly, this practice also helps speed up muscle recovery and get you back on your feet in no time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Self-Massage\"><\/span><b>How To Self-Massage<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contrary to what most people think, there is much to learn about this practice before trying it. But even so, some people overlook this step and often end up hurting themselves. Avoid this by paying attention to these key pointers about self-massage:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Focus_On_The_Area_Of_Tension\"><\/span><b>Focus On The Area Of Tension<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When most people think of a massage, they immediately think of massaging the entire body as a way of unlocking relaxation. But you do not need to massage your entire body to relax.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experts recommend you only focus on the areas of tension. For example, is the pain in your neck? If so, concentrate on easing the pain in your neck. Similarly, if the pain is in your back, focus on alleviating the back pain.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Incorporate_Tools\"><\/span><b>Incorporate Tools<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes you need to incorporate different tools to help target your muscles. For example, you can use a tennis ball between your shoulder blades to alleviate shoulder pain or tension. Alternatively, you carol up and down against a wall for a body massage. Either practice will help, as long as you use the tools <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-cellulite-go-away\/\">safely<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pressure_Application\"><\/span><b>Pressure Application<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is where things get tricky. Sadly, most people think exerting more pressure helps your muscles loosen up or relax faster. But that is usually not the case. Instead, you may exert too much pressure and damage delicate tissues, especially in vulnerable areas. These include areas recovering from an injury or operation (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologies.co.uk\/the-benefits-of-self-massage\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The right way to exert pressure is by <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/muscle-imbalance\/\">paying attention<\/a> to the pain intensity. Apply moderate pressure if the pain level is mild. Always reduce the pressure if it is causing more pain or discomfort (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologies.co.uk\/the-benefits-of-self-massage\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Move_The_Skin\"><\/span><b>Move The Skin<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moving the skin during a massage is significant as it improves blood circulation. Remember that we want to improve blood circulation to trigger the release of the feel-good hormones known as endorphins.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe app will kick you out of the mental funk, shake off your extra weight, rid you off your energy-zapping habits, and help you sculpt the body of your dreams. Intrigued? Hurry up and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Self_Massage_Benefits\">change your life for the better<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Self_Massage_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43560 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-207494-1024x576.png\" alt=\"self massage\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-207494.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-207494-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-207494.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-207494.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_Oils\"><\/span><b>Use Oils<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using oil during a massage is <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/lavender-skin-benefits\/\">important<\/a> because it helps soften the skin and supports the massage process. Consider using lavender oil, jojoba, tea tree, coconut, almond, or eucalyptus oil.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember to never apply essential oils directly to your skin. Essential oils are those liquid extracts from beneficial plants, such as tea tree and lavender oil (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/326732\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). They can cause irritation and burning when applied directly to your skin. So, always dilute them using carrier oil before use (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/326732\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Simple_Ways_To_Self-Massage_Different_Body_Parts\"><\/span><b>Simple Ways To Self-Massage Different Body Parts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In light of the many benefits of this <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-stretch-quads\/\">practice<\/a>, you may be more open to trying it. First, you only need your hands and perhaps a few things like a tennis ball or foam roller. But this will be dictated by the part of your body you are massaging. Here are a few ways of massaging different parts of your body:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eyes\"><\/span><b>Eyes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all get tired eyes at some point because of factors such as dehydration, excessive under-eye pigment, or eye strain. People get tired eyes from staring at the screen for long hours. Luckily, evidence shows you can get rid of them in no time by doing the following (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/balance\/stress-management\/features\/massage-therapy-stress-relief-much-more\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Close your eyes.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place your thumbs under the brows, starting at the inside corner of each eye socket.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press lightly, then start moving your thumbs circle-wise, working towards the outside of your brows.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continue around your eyes and end at the bridge of your nose.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat as desired but try to spend more time at the indentation of the inner eye socket (where the bridge of your nose meets the ridge of the brows).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hands\"><\/span><b>Hands<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We do most of our work with our hands. It is for this reason that you may experience hand fatigue. To fight this, you are advised to massage your hands by doing the following (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/balance\/stress-management\/features\/massage-therapy-stress-relief-much-more\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by stretching your fingers and hands out. Next, rub each finger from its base up to the tip. Be sure to gently pull and twist the finger as you work towards the tip.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rest your left hand on your lap, with its palm facing upward. Then squeeze the part of your palm between the right thumb and the index finger when working from the wrist to the base of the thumb.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Squeeze the web between your left thumb and index finger severally while looking for any tender areas.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rub the entire palm using your right thumb while gliding strokes and applying firm pressure from the wrist to the base of each finger.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat on the right hand<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doing this will fight fatigue, promote stretching, and relieve headaches (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/balance\/stress-management\/features\/massage-therapy-stress-relief-much-more\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Additionally, WebMD acknowledges it will help other areas because the hands contain reflexology points which correspond to the entire body (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/balance\/stress-management\/features\/massage-therapy-stress-relief-much-more\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-massage-for-weight-loss\/\"><i>Benefits Of Massage For Weight Loss: Giving Your Journey The Reboot It Needs<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Self_Massage_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43561 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-207495-1024x576.png\" alt=\"self massage\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-207495.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-207495-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-207495.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Frame-207495.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Neck\"><\/span><b>Neck<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may experience a stiff neck for reasons such as sleeping \u201cwrong\u201d or maintaining a bad posture. To relieve this neck tension or tightness, WebMD recommends you do the following (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/balance\/stress-management\/features\/massage-therapy-stress-relief-much-more\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start in a sitting position, preferably by your desk, then mold your hands over your shoulders. Rest your elbows on the desk and drop your head slightly forward. Next, massage yourself circle-wise using your fingertips and from the shoulders to the base of the skull. Make sure you make deep but small circles on the muscles on both sides of your spine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Position both hands at the back of your head and interlace your fingers. Allow the weight of your elbows to drop your head forward and stretch the neck muscles and those <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/fitness-lifestyle\/\">running<\/a> down your back.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shoulders\"><\/span><b>Shoulders<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is a technique you can use to loosen tight shoulders. But you will need a tennis ball or a solid rubber ball. (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/balance\/stress-management\/features\/massage-therapy-stress-relief-much-more\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start in a standing stance at least 18 inches away from the wall, and feet at hip-width distance. Lower into a partial squat, then move back until your bum is against the wall.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place the tennis ball behind your back, at the top of your shoulders, and lean forward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start to slowly rise, preferably an inch at a time. Press against the wall and let the ball roll slowly down the muscles along the side of your spine. Pause wherever you feel tension and roll the ball until the pain subsides.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now get into a squat and reverse the process. So, this time, you will move the ball upward towards your shoulder muscles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Switch sides and repeat the process on the other side of your body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this soothing massage as desired.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lower_Back\"><\/span><b>Lower Back<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower back pain is very common. It is caused by different factors, such as poor posture, an injury, or medical conditions like arthritis (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/balance\/stress-management\/features\/massage-therapy-stress-relief-much-more\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). A simple home back massage can help reduce the pain and discomfort, for example, when you do the following (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/balance\/stress-management\/features\/massage-therapy-stress-relief-much-more\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start in a standing stance with your hands on your waist, fingers facing forward, and thumbs behind you.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press the thumbs gently into either side of your spine. But be cautious to avoid pressing the spine as it can damage it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly move your fingers up and down and form tiny circles while keeping the thumbs pressed to the sides of your spine. Spend more time in the areas you feel are more tense. Be careful to avoid exerting too much pressure and resulting in pain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly move the thumbs up on the sides of the spine an inch at a time as you look for more tense areas. Then slowly move back down, and this time around, press on the bony surface of the sacrum.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat as desired.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Lean and toned up body isn\u2019t just a far-fetched fantasy. Check out the BetterMe app and watch it <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Self_Massage_Benefits\">propel your weight loss journey<\/a> into high gear!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Self_Massage_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43403 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/10-1024x576.png\" alt=\"self massage\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/10.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/10-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/10.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/10.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Feet\"><\/span><b>Feet<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you struggling with tired feet? Try this at-home <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/lemon-oil-for-skin\/\">massage<\/a> for your feet (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/balance\/stress-management\/features\/massage-therapy-stress-relief-much-more\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Position your left foot on a bench or chair so that you can see the instep. Start applying firm pressure along the sides of your foot while working from the heel to your toe using the right thumb. Continue pressing using the thumb across the ridge where the toes meet the ball of your foot. Once you reach the small toe, use your index finger and thumb to squeeze and twist along its surface. Remember to work each toe at a time. Once you are done with them and back to the large toe, take all of them in your hand and stretch them while bending and flexing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now use the knuckles of your right hand to apply deep pressure on the entire surface of the bottom of the foot. As you do this, remember to keep supporting the top of your left foot using your left hand. Remember to work from heel to toe and then come back down.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretch and flex your toes before extending the foot to perform a few ankle rotations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Switch legs and repeat the process on the right foot.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>NOTE:\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These simple massage techniques reduce pain and discomfort at the targeted body parts. If they do not relieve any pain, contact your doctor and let them advise you on the way forward. Additionally, never substitute any of these self-massage techniques with medication if you are still in pain. Again, consult for more guidance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you find it hard to keep up with regular <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/functional-fitness\/\">massages<\/a>, the good news is you can learn self-massage techniques at home. With the right technique and tools, you can give yourself a well-deserved massage and relieve the pain in the targeted area. This guide has a few tips on getting started with an at-home massage. It also sheds insight on how to target several body parts. But as always, remember to check in with your doctor before trying any of these techniques.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Self_Massage_Benefits\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Getting a massage is an effective way to relieve your body of stress, tension, and soreness. During a massage, pressure applied to your body triggers the release of endorphins which encourages relaxation and fights soreness and stress. 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During a massage, pressure applied to your body triggers the release of endorphins which encourages relaxation and fights soreness and stress. Seeking the services of a skilled masseur can be expensive and inconvenient when you are short on time and money. As an option, you can learn and practice a few simple self-massage techniques at home. Get all these techniques and more insight on self-massage today.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>What Is Self-Massage?<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">As the name implies, you use your hands or other essential tools to manipulate your muscles by applying pressure to ease tension. 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