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    This document provides tips for self-massage to improve vocal freedom. It recommends proceeding slowly and stopping if uncomfortable. Short voice assessments before and after can show if massage is helping. Maintain proper body alignment and breathing during massage. Notes on techniques and areas helped identify what works best for individual needs. Some soreness or redness after is normal.

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    This document provides tips for self-massage to improve vocal freedom. It recommends proceeding slowly and stopping if uncomfortable. Short voice assessments before and after can show if massage is helping. Maintain proper body alignment and breathing during massage. Notes on techniques and areas helped identify what works best for individual needs. Some soreness or redness after is normal.

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    This document provides tips for self-massage to improve vocal freedom. It recommends proceeding slowly and stopping if uncomfortable. Short voice assessments before and after can show if massage is helping. Maintain proper body alignment and breathing during massage. Notes on techniques and areas helped identify what works best for individual needs. Some soreness or redness after is normal.

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    THE HOW?

    SELF-MASSAGE TO VOCAL FREEDOM

    In this video, I want to share some important considerations and tips to get maximum benefits from this training:
     
    #1 This training introduces a direct, hands-on approach. You will use your hands to stroke, rub or knead the
    muscles, apply pressure or vibrations to specific areas. These techniques do not require the use of massage oils.
    Use clean hands on healthy skin. You can apply the strokes and pressure either directly to your skin or to the
    muscles through your clothes. Either way will work. Do not massage fresh wounds, scars or cuts. If you have old
    scars in the treated areas, avoid them or speak to your doctor before touching them.
    #2 It is very common to be sensitive to touch and pressure on the face and throat, especially when you are doing
    it for the very first time. When you start, be patient with yourself and proceed slowly and carefully. Only do what is
    comfortable for you. Apply pressure that feels right for you and stop whenever you’ve had enough. It is ok not to
    complete a massage as introduced in the following videos.
    #3 In order to recognize, if vocal massage is working for you, it is advisable to do a short voice assessment
    before and then after the massage. Watch a separate video that explains how to take a baseline voice sample.
    #4 Before you start the massage establish an optimal body alignment and maintain it throughout the massage.
    You can sit, stand or lie down to self-massage. Make sure that your head, neck, and shoulders and the rest of your
    body are well aligned. Avoid slouching, forward head position, tilted pelvis and similar misaligned positions.
    #5 Breathe normally during the self-massage. Sometimes, we get so focused on treating a specific muscle or
    area that we hold our breath. It is important to consciously remind yourself to breathe. If you can breathe deeply,
    do so.
    #6 Always be in tune with your body! If something does not feel right, stop! If it feels good, continue.
    #7 This training is not intended to complete in its entirety in one sitting. It is recommended to choose an area or a
    muscle and massage it for a recommended period of time, which is specified in each individual section. Once you
    are familiar with all of the maneuvers, then pick the ones that suit your needs and goals best.
    #8 If relevant, a video will introduce the use of vibrations to release muscle tension. Do not press the massager
    hard onto the treated area. Keep the massager in one place for 20 to 30 seconds. Do not move it around. Watch a
    video and read the section about devices to use for vibratory massage.
    #9 During or after the massage, take notes. Notice what feels good, what does not feel good. Notice where you
    feel most tension, stiffness, muscle knots or pain. Notice any changes after the massage. Did the strain or pain
    go away? Which strokes worked the best? How long did you need to release the tension? How hard or soft did you
    push? How much pressure did you apply? These notes can help you find the best self-massage technique for your
    needs.
    #10 After a massage, it is normal to experience some soreness in the treated area. Also, some skin redness is
    normal as the massage improves blood circulation into the muscle and tissues surrounding it.

    And that is all for this video. In the next section, we are starting with the manual therapy. I will see you there.

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