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Free online courseSelf-massage

Duration of the online course: 1 hours and 37 minutes

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Discover self-massage techniques in this free course. Learn about massage guns, foam rolling, and more for effective muscle recovery.

In this free course, learn about

  • Massage Tools Essentials
  • Lower Limb Foam Rolling Techniques
  • Hamstring and Glute Self-Massage
  • Foot and Upper Body Self-Massage

Course Description

Dive into the world of self-care with the comprehensive Self-massage course offered by Sports Injury Physio. This free online course, falling under the category of Massage Therapy, is an ideal opportunity for those eager to learn effective techniques for alleviating muscle tension and enhancing recovery through self-massage.

Learn how to use a massage gun, exploring the associated risks, benefits, and settings for optimal results. Delve into the essentials of foam rolling with the Foam Rolling 101 module, which guides you on application techniques for superior results.

Explore specific rolling strategies geared towards common problem areas. Discover calf foam rolling techniques, understand when to use them or avoid them, and how they can be beneficial. Tackle the intricacies of foam rolling your IT band, ensuring you adhere to best practices. Also, uncover the dos and don'ts of foam rolling hamstrings, and the role it can play in alleviating knee pain through quadriceps rolling techniques.

Unravel the mysteries behind tight hamstrings and discover when foam rolling will yield benefits. Get insights into the careful application of foam rolling and massage ball techniques for the glutes, knowing precisely when they are helpful versus when caution is required.

Gain clarity on whether foam rolling is advisable for a pulled or strained hamstring. Additionally, address the discomfort associated with plantar fasciitis by learning effective self-massage techniques tailored for this condition.

The course also includes critical #MassageGun tips, emphasizing caution around sensitive neck areas while suggesting suitable use around the traps and shoulder blades. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your self-massage skills, this course offers valuable insights and techniques to incorporate into your regular health routine.

Course content

  • Video class: How To Use A Massage Gun - Risks, Benefits, Best Settings 12m
  • Exercise: Best massage gun approach to improve flexibility
  • Video class: Foam Rolling 101 - How to Foam Roll for Best Results 07m
  • Exercise: When is the best time to use a foam roller for optimal benefits?
  • Video class: Calf Foam Rolling - When To Avoid It, When It Can Be Useful, How To Do It 08m
  • Exercise: When should you avoid foam rolling your calves
  • Video class: Foam Rolling Your IT Band - Dos 08m
  • Exercise: Best self massage focus for relieving perceived IT band tightness
  • Video class: Foam Rolling Hamstrings: Dos, Don'ts 07m
  • Exercise: Which approach best matches safe and effective hamstring self-massage with a foam roller or ball?
  • Video class: Foam Rolling Quads For Knee Pain 10m
  • Exercise: When is foam rolling the quads appropriate for self massage?
  • Video class: Tight Hamstrings - When Does Foam Rolling Work? 04m
  • Exercise: When is foam rolling most appropriate for tight hamstrings?
  • Video class: Foam rolling/Massage Ball Glutes - When To Be Careful, When It's Useful, How To Self-Massage Glutes 07m
  • Exercise: How long should you spend self-massaging each glute in one session?
  • Video class: Should You Foam Roll a Pulled or Strained Hamstring? 03m
  • Exercise: Best practice for foam rolling after a hamstring strain
  • Video class: How to Massage Your Plantar Fasciitis 25m
  • Exercise: Best self massage strategy for plantar fasciitis
  • Video class: #MassageGun Tips - Avoid Neck - May be OK for Traps Shoulder Blade 01m
  • Exercise: Massage gun safety for neck, upper traps, and scapula

This free course includes:

1 hours and 37 minutes of online video course

Digital certificate of course completion (Free)

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