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How to Give a relaxing shoulder rub

A nice shoulder massage or rub can brighten anyone's day. Learn the art of giving massage in this health how-to video. A shoulder rub can be performed with or without oil.

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Start with compressions

Press down both shoulders at the same time

Use fist on base of neck

Knead shoulders

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Melisa Brown is a licensed massage therapist specializing in Thai Massage, Shiatsu, Pre-Natal Massages for expecting mothers, Post Mastectomy Massages, and more. Brown was trained at the Educating Hands School of Massage in Miami, and the Institute of Thai Massage in New Jersey. She is currently a teacher at the Educating Hands School of Massage.

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