Module 2

I have learnt 3 different techniques from this module. Same as Module 1, these techniques focus on working on feet (the 3 energy lines). Learning how to use these techniques correctly are important. Very little or no pressure should be given to our thumbs to avoid injuries.

I am assuming it is easier or more convenient to perform these 3 techniques on one foot first, then only move to another foot. So that we do not have to move left and right repeatedly after we perform each technique.

Module 3

Techniques learnt in this module are slightly more than the previous 2 modules.

Firstly, attention needs to be paid on the rhythm while working on the feet. The rhythm is uneven, shorter when our upper body is moving forwards from the right to the left, longer when our upper body is moving backwards from the left to the right. Making sure our client's feet is parallel (not wide open) is important. This technique is different from the rest as it can be worked on the feet all the way up to the legs.

Secondly, we apply pressure with our thumbs on the middle hole on top of the feet while pulling in both feet with our palms. Then we can start working on those 4 energy lines on top of the feet with thumb circling and palm heel circling movements.

Thirdly, we work on both sides (edges) of the feet, starting from the inner sides with thumb circling followed by thumb pulling movements. We can also work on the malleolus parts with thumb pulling technique. Repeat the same techniques (instead of using our thumbs, we use fingertips) to work around the outer sides/edges of the feet. Next, we can work on both sides of the malleolus by squeezing and pulling with our thumbs and index fingers.

Lastly, we can apply circular and sliding movements with our thumbs on the groove between the inner achilles tendon and medial malleolus. Same techniques can be applied on the groove between the outer achilles tendon and medial malleolus while the client is in the prone position.

*Take a deep breath* 

These techniques are very useful, I can already feel its greatness even before I start practising them on my clients!

Shama said
Did you find someone to practice the techniques on already?  

Yes I did and I love how these techniques are done on my colleagues. Still need few more practice to master these techniques for sure  

Module 5

Unlike previous few modules, this module focuses on how we can move a client's feet in 6 different ways (bend out, bend in, bend down, bend up, twist out and twist in) and a special wiggling technique to loosen stiff feet.

Placing our palms on the right places of a client's feet and maintaining the right position of our arms and body are important. Always start with light pressure and increase the pressure gradually (be aware of the level of pressure a client can accept).

Shama said
So what kind of feedback do you get from your practice partners? Do they like it? Do they offer any suggestions for improvement? Do you feel that it is going well with them?  

They felt great and they asked if I can do more! I said no, that's it for today, they need to wait another day, LOL! They asked why I sweated a lot, I guess it may be because I am not used the positions yet?

Module 8

Thai foot massage can be done on a massage chair, massage bed and floor mat. For longer sessions of foot massage, the use of massage chair is recommended.

Bad ergonomics can lead to serious health issues for massage therapists. We can make good use of our body weight and supports (i.e. cushions, our thighs and etc.), instead of just using our hands to do massage.