Self Massage for Tight Budgets

            If I've said it once, I've said it a million times; there are sooooooo many benefits of massage therapy! Unfortunately, it can become expensive when practiced on a regular basis. I have come up with some ideas on how to save some bucks, and lose the tension. It's just instinctual, if something hurts, to rub it. Well here's some options to help you massage yourself a bit more efficiently.

"Happy” was designed by a massage therapist. He reduces hand fatigue while helping you deliver more targeted pressure without fatigue and soreness. Can be used with lubricants. Easy to clean with warm water and soap. This tool would work well for arms, legs, and possibly gluts.  However, if its back pain you have, you'll need help from a spouse or friend for this one.                  price $6.99

The Foot and Body Roller with Massaging Fingers delivers an intense acupressure experience. Ideally suited for the feet, but can be used on the body. Rubber massaging fingers roll independently to target tense muscle groups without putting too much pressure on surrounding bones and joints. The Foot and Body Roller with Massaging Fingers gives intense stimulation.
To use: Simply place the Foot and Body Roller with Massaging Fingers on the floor and rub your feet back and forth across the rolling wooden cylinders covered in massaging fingers. Non-skid pads on the bottom of the massager protect floors and allow you to get more pressure and traction. Use the side handle cut out for bodywork.                                                                       price $9.99

Okay, this tool looks pretty crazy, but it's effective, and can be used on several muscles. With the TheraCane you can apply deep pressure massage to the back, neck, shoulders, legs, hips, arms, buttocks, anywhere and everywhere. Includes an instructional booklet.                     price $29.99



Acu-Masseur Massager

The ultimate tool for self massage of the neck and shoulders. Specifically targets trigger and pressure points. Easily adjusts to fit different body types. This handy massager bends so you can get at those hard-to-reach places on your back, shoulders and neck. It has two round massaging knobs that can be adjusted according to the area you are trying to treat. Use the strap to help move the massager where you want it. Also good for calves, waist and other places you build tension.                  price $44.99

Also, many doctors recommend listening to soothing music daily. There's many relaxing Cd's at Walmart, online at Amazon, and Massage Warehouse. The most effective way to massage yourself is knowing what the muscles are and where they're located. That information can be found in your teenagers anatomy book, a muscle chart, or on the internet. I highly recommend using Bio freeze.
 I use it on my own hands on days that I have a lot of massages. All of these products are available on-line at www.massagewarehouse.com . Hopefully some of these products will be helpful for you.