Learn how to properly palpate and perform myofascial release on the hamstrings in this massage tutorial. These techniques can help alleviate tension for your clients and improve range of motion in the legs. Look for a bonus technique at the end that helps to separate the hamstrings from each other!
Our courses are approved for continuing education for massage therapy in New York State as well all nationally in all states that accept accredited courses through NCBTMB.
“Bodyworks DW Inc. is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider and is also sponsored by NCBTMB to teach New York LMTs continuing education that is accepted by the state of New York for license renewal.”
“The massage therapy techniques shown on our channel are meant to be applied by a certified and/or licensed massage therapist or anyone who is trained to practice manual therapy techniques in their locality according to their local laws, regulations, health codes, etc. Bodyworks DW Inc. and David Weintraub LMT are not responsible for the results of anyone who tries these techniques with or without adequate training.”
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Hamstring Work
00:54 Checking Leg Alignment
03:16 Working on Semitendinosus
03:57 Working on Membranous
05:00 Working on Biceps Femoris
06:12 Releasing Second Head of Biceps Femoris
09:01 Additional Techniques for Hamstring Work
11:16 Separating the Tendons
12:40 Summary and Course Promotion