Treating Achilles Tendon | Sports Massage | Remedial Soft Tissue Therapy | Beginners Massage
Beginner-Friendly Massage Technique for the Ankle & Achilles
This short video demonstrates a quick and easy massage technique to give space to the ankle and mobilise the Achilles tendon. Perfect for beginners and therapists looking to refine their approach while protecting their own hands.
Top Tips:
👉 Use either a single thumb or a reinforced thumb for control.
👉 Generate pressure and pull through body movement, not just your thumbs.
👉 Work in both directions along the Achilles tendon for full mobility.
This technique reinforces key massage principles: delivering an effective treatment while looking after yourself as a therapist.
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⏱️ Chapters
00:00 What Is This Technique Useful For?
00:17 When To Use A Single Or Reinforced Thumb
00:37 Power Comes From Your Body
00:51 What Not To Do
00:58 Demonstration of Massage Technique
01:11 Recap