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In this series of articles, we will talk about the various Massage Therapies and the various kinds of Massages. We will also discuss how Massage Thereapy is useful, whether any Massage Therapist can really help you gain a good lifestyle with his Massage Therapy and we will have some Massage Therapy Videos along with Various kinds & Types of Massage Therapies.

Beginning with the basics, What is Massage? and What is Massage Therapy?
Massage is the convenient practice of giving a pleasing (sometimes hard) application of pressure by touching, handling or kneading to a particular body part, which results in a soothing feeling to that affected body part in terms of easing out pain, relaxation, relieving tension, etc.
Massage Therapy is actually the same exercise of providing massage to affected body parts - with an aim to temporarily manipulate the soft tissues of the body part so as to give the pleasing effects like easing out pain, relaxation, relieving tension, etc. The aim can be categorized as physical (anatomical) relief, a functional (i.e. physiological) soothing experience, or even for a psychological purpose.
Massage can be given with certain kinds of oil, ointments, creams or with bare hands. Sometimes mecahanical, electrical or elctronic instruments are also used for this purpose of Massage Therapy.

Which Body parts qualify for Massage and Massage Therapy?
Massage and Massage Therapy can be applied to the following body parts and tissues:
* All Kinds Of Muscles Massage
* Lymphatic Vessels Massage
* Skin Massage
* Organs Of Gastrointestinal Systems, Etc.
* Tendons Massage
* Ligaments Massage
* Joints Massage Or Other Connecting Tissue Massage

How can massage be applied to the above mentioned body parts?
Massage involves controlled application of pressure – it can be through motion or vibration and can be applied manually or with the help of mechanical aids.
Depending upon the type of Massage and Massage Therapy keeping in mind the person's requirement for Massage, It is usually applied with the following:

* Hands
* Fingers
* Elbows
* Forearm
* Feet