We use our hands all day, whether it’s typing on the computer or our phones. Those tiny muscles need to have some tension released too! Luckily, self-massing your hands is as simple as it gets.
How to self-massage the palmar aspect of hand .
Non-lotion
- Place your thumb at the base of the thumb you’re massaging
- Glide your thumb across the palm towards the pinky to work the carpal tunnel
- Continue to glide your thumb up towards the other fingers
Pressure: Medium
Time: 5 minutes
Area: Palm
Lotion
- Apply lotion to the palm of the hand, and use your knuckles to knead the muscles of your hand
- Focus on the meaty area around the base of your thumb, and squeeze it
Pressure: Medium
Time: 5 minutes
Area: Palm
How to self-massage the dorsal side of hand.
- Apply lotion to the dorsal side of hand and begin to massage the webs of your fingers
- Twist up your fingers, releasing the tension in the intrinsic muscles of those fingers
Pressure: Light
Time: 3 minutes
Area: Fingers, thumb
Disclaimer: These self-massage tips are for educational purposes only. If you feel safe and comfortable to try them on yourself, go ahead. If you are experiencing any pain that you would rate a 6/10 on a pain scale while self-massaging, please stop and seek advice. My email is listed on the home page if you have any questions or concerns.
Dylan Crake RMT & R.KIN 
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