Massage is one of the oldest forms of treatment, and its basis is touch. It can be done manually or with a machine. Through skin massage, we act on the muscular, nervous and lymphatic systems. The goal of massage is to improve health, prevent disease and help with various health disorders, relaxation, and care. Considering what is used to perform the massage, is divided into manual, apparatus, hydro massage, air massage, and cryo massage. Types of manual massages are: classic manual massage, manual lymphatic drainage, connective tissue massage, and massage of reflex zones. Some of the indications for massage are: fatigue, increased or decreased muscle tone, poor circulation, edema, and fibromyalgia. Contraindications are: local skin changes, severe heart disease, elevated body temperature, and acute inflammatory conditions. Low back pain is defined as pain or discomfort that the patient feels in the back area, between the rib arches and the lower gluteal groove. It is one of the most common reasons for seeking a doctor's help and is the second cause of absenteeism from work. Low back pain can be classified as non-specific, without a known cause, and as specific, for which a pathomorphological causative factor is known. When establishing a diagnosis, it is important to take a detailed history and perform a clinical examination. Massage as part of therapy for low back pain is primarily aimed at reducing pain. It also helps with muscle relaxation, improves circulation, stretches shortened soft tissues and generally causes general relaxation of the body. Along with pharmacotherapy and physical therapy, it plays an important role in the treatment and prevention of low back pain.