Effleurage for the Legs

Effleurage for the Front of Legs

This video demonstration shows how Effleurage on the legs has three distinct aspects. The pressure toward the heart is different than away and detail is shared re massaging the entire leg. Discussion about the lymphatic area for the leg is included in case someone has a cut or infection that should be avoided. General swelling in the lower legs ( hot weather, standing on feet too long or after sports) often benefits from leg effleurage unless there is a underlying disease process that would be out of the scope of a non registered professional doing massage in this area.

Effleurage for the Backs of the Legs

This video shows draping of the legs and a demonstration of performing effleurage on the backs of the legs including the gluteal muscles at the top of the leg. While detailing why leg effleurage can be beneficial.