This article will look at neck massage techniques and 7 methods you can perform for a quick and relaxing massage. These methods will relax and relieve stress quickly and without the need for a massage table or professional masseuse. Have someone sit backwards in a chair with a pillow in between their chest and the chair, draping their head over the pillow.

1. Upper Shoulder Squeeze: The first step for a quick and relaxing neck massage is to administer an upper shoulder squeeze. The muscle on each side of your shoulders is notorious for carrying a lot of stress and toxins. Gradually increase the pressure and repeat this squeeze three times.

2. Finger Circles: Straighten your hands and put your fingers in line. With your fingers at the top of the neck, make small circles with your fingers. Continue down the neck and along the shoulder muscle all the way down to the shoulders. Repeat this move three times and move to the other side.

3. Lobster Claws: This technique is done by rubbing the muscles on the back of the neck, alternating hands and going in a fluid motion. Repeat 20 times.

4. Head Massage: To do a head massage, place fingers at the hairline at the back of the head. Begin at the center and make tiny circles with fingers moving outward. Continue these tiny circles up the back of the head and massage the scalp, move back down once you’ve reached the top. Once you’ve completed this method repeat the lobster claw massage technique on the other side.

5. Fist Tapping: Gently tapping on the back of the shoulders with the small part of the fist, cover the entire back and shoulders.

6. Karate Chops: Open the hands and perform karate chops over the shoulder muscles and upper back.

7. Finishing Strokes: Perform light downward strokes from the shoulders to the lower back, this final move is essential.

This article discussed neck massage techniques and 7 ways to give a fast and effective massage. By following these simple steps, you can help anyone who needs to take a moment to reduce some stress.

Tess Rainey, an advocate for alternative medicine, created a website that can help you find the peace and relaxation your body needs. Her website, SwedishMassageTechniques.NurturingYourBody.com, has information regarding massage techniques for neck pain as well as deep tissue massage techniques.