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How To: Give a neck massage with oil
Neck massages are relaxing and fun. Get expert tips and advice on massage and other treatments in this Diet and Health how to video. Follow along and see how easy it is to give a neck massage. Start by applying a small amount of oil to reduce friction.
How To: Massage the chest
Massaging the chest is an important part of any massage. Get expert tips and advice on massage and other treatments in this Diet and Health how-to video. Follow these easy massage techniques that will leave any relaxed.
How To: Massage the shoulders to relieve tension
We carry the most tension in our shoulders. This is why the shoulder massages can relieve tension and relax your whole body. Get expert tips and advice on massage and other treatments in this Diet & Health how-to video.
How To: Massage the head with circular motion
The head is a good area to massage. Massaging the head can relieve headaches and stress. Get expert tips and advice on massage and other treatments in this Diet & Health how to video.
How To: Massage sore muscles
After working out, who doesn't need a nice deep muscles massage. Relaxing and massaging sore muscles is a must for any athlete. Get expert tips and advice on massage and other treatments in this massage how to video. Start with a light massage, move to a shaking movement and finish with a medium pounding technique.
How To: Treat cauliflower ear
Check out this instructional first aid video with Kurt Osiander as he demonstrates how to fix cauliflower ear with some alcohol, a swab and a needle. Watch as Tom gets his ear deflated in just a minute or two. This video is perfect for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu performers. Learn how to fix cauliflower ear with this first aid tutorial video!
How To: Feed your family healthy meals on a tight budget
Sure, junk food offers lots of calories for not much money. But you can create your own "happy" meals that are tasty, nutritious, and inexpensive. Certain foods to think about are oatmeal, evaporated milk, frozen and canned vegetables, seasonal fruits, bananas, apples, nuts, meat, peanut butter, beans, brown rice, and tuna. Watch this video nutrition tutorial and learn how to feed your family cheap, healthy meals.
How To: Understand the procedure for root canals
So you got a very bad cavity and now you need a root canal. What is a root canal and how is your dentist going to do it? This how to video tutorial walks you through the step-by-step process of the root canal procedure performed my most dentist.
How To: Use optical refractors to test vision with plus lenses
If you are an optometry or opthalmology student, this is the perfect how-to video for you. Watch these these seven videos and learn how to test a patients vision with a refracting machine using plus lenses. It’s a little difficult to describe the controls used for refracting because every instrument is set up differently. If possible, refer to a manual for the specific refracting instrument that you’ll be using. This vision tutorial will walk you through all the parts of a optical refracting ...
How To: Use an optical refractor to test vision
If you are an optometry or opthalmology student, this is the perfect how-to video for you. Watch these these seven videos and learn how to test a patients vision with a refracting machine. It’s a little difficult to describe the controls used for refracting because every instrument is set up differently. If possible, refer to a manual for the specific refracting instrument that you’ll be using. This vision tutorial will walk you through all the parts of a optical refracting instrument, sphere...
How To: Prepare and perform venepuncture
Venepuncture is the process of collecting venous blood. Or more simply, it's the process of drawing blood from a vein for medical testing. Watch this video medical health tutorial and learn how to prepare and perform venepuncture.
How To: Prepare healthy portions of food
When eating healthy, try this strategy to feeling fuller on fewer calories. Fill half the plate with fruits and vegetables. Fill another quarter of the plate with whole grains. Use the last quarter of the plate for a good source of protein such as meat, nuts, tofu or beans.
How To: Explain the food pyramid to your child
It can be quite difficult to get your child in the habit of eating healthy, especially if they are a picky eater. A good way to teach your child about eating right is with the food pyramid. Watch this how to video and learn how to teach your kids about eating right by using the Food Pyramid Guide for children.
How To: Perform CPR on a choking infant
Would you know what to do if your infant suddenly began to choke or stopped breathing? This informational first aid how-to video shows you step by step instructions on how to preform CPR on a choking infant.
How To: Perform CPR on an infant
Would you know what to do if your infant suddenly began to choke or stopped breathing? An important part of caring for you child is being prepared in an emergency. This informational first aid how-to video shows you step by step instructions on how to preform infant CPR.
How To: Give an intramuscular injection
Injecting intramuscularly is a difficult thing to learn and it takes a lot of practice. This instructional medical how to video guides your through the step by step process of giving an intramuscular injection. Watch and read along. It is important to wash your hands before handling any injection material.
How To: Select the site for an intramuscular injection
Injecting intramuscularly is a difficult thing to learn and it takes a lot of practice. This instructional medical how to video guides your through the step by step process of selecting a site for an intramuscular injection. Intramuscular injections should be given in areas where major blood vessels and nerves are avoided. Watch and read along. It is important to wash your hands before handling any injection material.
How To: Remove an intrauterine device
This instructional medical how-to video gives a step-by-step instruction on how to remove an intrauterine device (IUD) with the help of a licensed health care practitioner.
How To: Draw blood with a standard venepuncture procedure
This medical instructional how-to video demonstrates the proper way to perform a standard venepucture procedure on a patient. Before drawing blood from any patient it is always good to identify your patient. Wrap the band at the top of the arm and use alcohol to clean the area. Watch to learn how to perform a standard venepuncture procedure.
How To: Draw blood with the butterfly method
If you are having a difficult time drawing a patients blood, you might want to considering doing the butterfly procedure. Watch this instructional medical how-to video to learn the proper way of drawing in blood with this method. The butterfly procedure involves drawing blood from the back of the hand. Start by placing a band around the wrist, palpating the back of the hand and identifying the direction of the veins.
How To: Prepare a peripheral blood smear and microhematocrit
This instructional medical how to video demonstrates how to prpeare a blood smear and microhematocrit. To prepare a peripheral blood smear and a microhematocrit you will need an absorbent towel, gauze, patient blood sample, glass slides and capillary tubes. Always wear gloves, eye shields and a lab coat when handling blood.
How To: Wrap a bandage correctly
Watch this instructional medical how-to video to learn how to wrap a bandage correctly. A circular wrap is used to wrap a small body region. First, three to four inches of the appropriate sized gauze wrap is unrolled and placed flat. It is held in place with the thumb of one hand as the bandage is rolled around to provide at least two overlapping layers of bandage. The excess bandage roll is trimmed and the gauze is secured in place with a strip of tape. Wrap a bandage correctly.
How To: Make a lemonade for the master cleanse
In this Diet & Health how-to video our host demonstrates how to make lemonade for the Master Cleanse. The Master cleanse is a 10-40 day lemonade fast. All you need for this cleansing drink is water, lemon juice (minus the pulp), cayenne pepper and maple syrup. For a raw recipe you can use agave nectar instead.
How To: Eat to prevent cancer
You don't need supplements to prevent cancer, look to the food you eat every day to pack in all the healthy nutrients you need. You will need berries, spices, sources of isothiocyanate, watercress, green tea, sources of folate, Brazil nuts, omega-3-rich fish, garlic, Asian mushrooms, apples, and flaxseed. Watch this video nutrition tutorial and learn how to prevent cancer just through a good diet.
How To: Perform a foot massage
Performing a foot massage is a great skill to learn. Practice foot massages with this free beauty guide video series.
How To: Give a Swedish massage
Swedish massage is one of the most popular massage techniques in the world. Learn how to give a Swedish massage with expert tips in this free massage therapy video series.
How To: Give a deep tissue massage
Deep tissue massage can relieve stress and minor muscle pain. Our expert will show you how to give a deep tissue massage for the whole body in this free massage therapy video series.
How To: Use sports massage therapy techniques
Sports massage therapy can help to relieve common sports injuries such as tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, football spinal and neck injuries, pulled hamstrings, and more. Learn sports massage therapy techniques for common athletic injuries in this free series of massage video lessons.
How To: Heal with chakra symbols and meanings
Chakras represent a connection of spiritual energy between the human body and the mind. Discover information on chakra symbols and meanings with tips on alternative medicine from a spiritual healer in this free video series on alternative healing and chakras.
How To: Treat head and neck pain with Kiatsu
Kiatsu for head and neck pain uses a series of pressure points along the lines of the body. Learn how to administer this alternative medicine with expert tips in this free healing arts video series.
How To: Give a Thai yoga massage
Thai yoga massage is an ancient form of healing that uses roots of yoga poses and stretching to heal the body. Learn how to give a Thai yoga massage with tips from a yoga instructor in this free massage therapy video series.
How To: Treat allergies and asthma with acupuncture
Acupuncture is a unique alternative medicine treatment for allergies, asthma and eczema. Learn how to do acupuncture for any symptom of allergies with tips from a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner in this free allergy treatment video series.
How To: Rejuvenate the face with acupuncture
Acupuncture is a Chinese medicine that uses needles to help the healing process. Learn how acupuncture helps facial rejuvenation with tips from a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner in this free acupuncture video series.
How To: Improve health with acupuncture
Learn what to expect when receiving acupuncture therapy, its methods, procedures & techniques, and information on the ancient medical practice of acupuncture from a Chinese medicine expert in these free video clips.
How To: Balance hormones with acupuncture
Weight loss is a very important factor in society today and everyone is looking for new ways to make it easier to lose weight. Learn what to expect when receiving acupuncture therapy and how it can help with hormone balance from a Chinese medicine expert in these free video clips.
How To: Lose weight with acupuncture
Weight loss is a very important factor in society today and everyone is looking for new ways to make it easier to lose weight. Learn what to expect when receiving acupuncture therapy and how it can help with weight loss from a Chinese medicine expert in these free video clips.
How To: Make chiropractic adjustments
Chiropractic adjustments offer many benefits, both long and short term. Find out if you need an adjustment with this free chiropractic video series.
How To: Do a Swedish massage
Swedish massage is one of the most recognized massage styles worldwide. Get tips on giving a Swedish massage from a massage specialist in the free health video series.
How To: Relieve back pain
Back pain got you down? Learn about the benefits of chiropractic treatment and how it can help resolve back pain in this free series of health care videos taught by a pack pain expert.
How To: Treat insect bites and stings
Learn various home remedies for treating insect bites and stings in this free video series from a physician.