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| A state of consciousness, chosen by an individual, which creates feelings of connection, timelessness, self-awareness, etc. |
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| How do you set up the equipment? |
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Definition
TABLE SET-UP:
Use handles to carry the table.
Open the table into a "V" (handle side still up), unfold legs, stand in the "V", place one foot on the table leg closest to the floor to stabilize the table and use the handles to pull table up into its standing position.
Re-check the table. (Make sure the cables and legs are fully opened.)
TABLE HEIGHT:
Must be low enough to use your body weight to perform a massage.
The tops of your knuckles should just brush the table top.
DRESSING THE TABLE:
A sheet must be covering it.
Two sheets are used.
The bottom sheet is secured to the table using a bungee cord.
The top sheet is used to cover the client.
There are covers to be used on the face rest and bolster.
A large towel is used over the top sheet for warmth, modestly and secure draping. |
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| How do you maintain and store the equipment? |
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Definition
TABLE CARE AND MAINTENANCE:
Carry the table versus dragging it.
When adjusting the table height work from side to side NOT diagonally.
Adjust the knobs securely, but avoid over tightening.
Make sure all legs are at the same height.
Wipe table off with a hypoallergenic, antibacterial, mild soap.
TABLE STORAGE:
Reverse the set up procedure.
BOLSTERS:
Wipe off the bolster.
Avoid storing in extreme cold or heat.
LOTION/LOTION BOTTLES:
Store at recommended temperature.
Do not store lotion in your car.
Store at room temperature.
Wipe lotion bottles and pump head down with disinfectant spray after each client.
HOLSTERS:
Keep holsters clean and free from lotions and oils.
LINEN:
Wash linen at least one time prior to use.
Wash linens after each use in hot soapy water.
STOOLS,CHAIRS,AND OTHER OPTIONS:
Use disinfectant solution to wipe down surface of chairs. |
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| What are the three aspects of tripod? |
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Definition
Compassion
Honesty
Awareness |
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| Being truthful in your actions and in your speaking. Practicing honesty brings integrity and trust to relationships. |
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| What are some examples of honesty? |
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Definition
STATUS/LEVEL OF TRAINING
Student vs. Professional
Certifications or Qualifications from Continuing Education.
PROFESSIONAL BOUNDARIES:
Code of Ethics
Standard of Practice
Scope of Practice.
Following State/Professional Law.
Dual Relationship.
Social Interactions.
APPROACH/PLAN OF THERAPY
THERAPIST LIMITATIONS:
Time, Skill, etc.
CLIENT LIMITATIONS:
Identifying and speaking to concerns about a client.
Working on different populations.
REFERRALS:
Therapist/Client Limitations.
Client Need.
EDUCATING THE CLIENT ABOUT MASSAGE THERAPY:
Benefits.
Contraindications.
Homework.
MAINTAINING RECORDS:
Client Intake/SOAP.
Confidentiality. |
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| Implies consciousness, knowledge and alertness regarding one's self, one's actions, and how one's actions affect other people or the environment. |
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| What are some examples of awareness? |
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Definition
CLIENT BOUNDARIES
TOUCH:
Touch is therapeutic.
How client is responding to touch.
BEINGNESS:
Creating as a part of self-care of the therapist.
Actualization of the client.
RELATIONSHIP:
Already being in relationship.
EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT:
Location of office.
Noise level.
Music.
Temperature of room.
Type of linens used.
Lighting.
Smells.
Cleanliness of space.
Walkways/entrances safe and unobstructed.
MANAGED CONVERSATION:
Confidentiality.
Appropriate/professional conversations.
Not talking during session, except for getting feedback.
CLIENT CONSIDERATIONS
Opinions of friends and family.
Financial Considerations.
Perceptions of massage and bodywork. |
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| A feeling within one that generates empathy toward other individuals regardless of the differences that separate, encouraging cooperation and accountability to eliminate hardship. |
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| What are some examples of compassion? |
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Definition
HEALING SPACE:
Client sense trust, being taken care of, listened to, etc.
STATE OF THERAPIST
Supportive, works from heart, vision and commitment to heal.
Service.
Acknowledgement of prejudices, weaknesses, areas requiring growth, etc.
NON-JUDGEMENT
TOLERANCE
EMPATHY
NON-DISCRIMINATION |
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Term
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Definition
Feedback provides a description of progress for students learning massage therapy.
Feedback between students allows practice in boundaries, professional and ethical conduct, quality of touch, and hands-on skills. |
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Term
| What are the requirements for giving feedback? |
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Definition
Awareness
Compassion
Honesty |
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Term
| When is it appropriate to give feedback? |
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Definition
Throughout the session
End of the session
Follow up feedback |
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Term
| What are some points of feedback for a massage? |
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Definition
| TOUCH: Professional and therapeutic Beingness. Gentle Approach and Departure. Touch is not abrasive or invasive. Conveys respect, focus and is applied with intent. STROKES: Long, connected and flowing. HANDS: Relaxed, warm and attentive to the client. CONFIDENT BODYWEIGHT: Transferred through the therapist, even in light work. HYGIENE PROFESSIONAL: No odors on breath, skin; clothing clean, etc. SECONDARY CONTACT: Eliminates contact with clothing etc. FINGERNAILS: Manicured, clean, no rough skin, does not scratch client. JEWELRY: Removed. PROFESSIONAL DRESS: Clean uniform standards. EQUIPMENT: Clean and available. LOTION: Warm. FLOW: Smooth transitions. Two hands on the body at all times. Draping is smooth. DRAPING: Neat and organized. Within professional and ethical guidelines. Appropriate for area being worked. Smooth and flows easily with massage. Adjusted when needed. BODY MECHANICS: Even body weight. Pressure adjusted smoothly when needed. |
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Term
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Definition
| A cushion or pillow that acts as a prop or provides support. |
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Term
| Where do you place the bolster when the client is supine? |
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Definition
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Term
| Where do you place the bolster when the client is prone? |
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Term
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| Covering of the client with a sheet or towel, allowing only the portion of the clients body being worked on to be uncovered. |
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Term
| What are the draping boundaries? |
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Definition
A drape is used to cover genitals and breasts at all times. (even on men)
Genitals and breasts are never massaged.
The therapist never works under the drape.
The therapist drapes within the boundaries specified by the client. |
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| The stances, postures, movement and application of body weight a person uses when performing an activity. |
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Term
| What are the two body mechanics stances? |
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Definition
Horse Stance
Archer Stance |
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Term
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Definition
| A meditative cue teaching body awareness of postural alignment in the spine in all movements vs. leaning, reaching, or lifting from the back. |
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Term
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Definition
Used when facing the edge of the table.
Feet are shoulder width apart, pointing forward.
The body is relaxed, knees slightly bent.
Movement in this stance requires a shifting of body weight from the left to the right leg and back as needed. |
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Term
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Definition
One foot in front of the body and one foot in back.
The foot in front remains in secure contact with the floor.
The foot behind moves on the ball of the foot in a front to back movement that accommodates the larger movement of the body and its weight. |
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Term
| What are the 5 basic strokes of swedish massage? |
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Definition
Effleurage
Petrissage
Friction (Gliding and Non-gliding)
Tapotement
Vibration |
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| What's another name for Effleurage? |
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Definition
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| What's another name for Petrissage? |
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| What's another name for Tapotement? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the Effleurage Strokes? |
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Definition
Aura/Ethereal Stroking
Feathering
Superficial Effleurage
Deep Effleurage |
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| What are the Petrissage Strokes? |
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Definition
Skin Rolling
Two-finger Petrissage
One-handed Petrissage
Two-Handed Petrissage
Opposing Petrissage
Fulling |
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Term
| What are the Gliding and Non-gliding friction strokes? |
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Definition
GLIDING:
Palmer Friction
Ulnar Friction
Wringing
Chucking
Rolling
NON-GLIDING
Cross-Fiber Friction
Longitudinal Friction
Circular Friction
Compression |
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| What are the Tapotement Strokes? |
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Definition
Tapping
Hacking
Cupping
Slapping
Beating |
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Term
| What are the Vibration Strokes? |
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Definition
Vertical Vibration
Horizontal Vibration
Jostling
Shaking |
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Term
| What is the General Purpose of Effleurage? |
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Definition
| It creates length or sensation of length in the body. |
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| What is the general application of Effleurage? |
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Definition
Performed with both hands moving in the same or opposite directions.
Can be in a "pulling" or "leaning" gliding stroke.
Can vary in speed and pressure depending on the depth of the stroke.
Superficial strokes are lighter, rhythmical and repetitive.
Deeper strokes are rhythmical, repetitive and slower. |
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Term
| What are some other uses of Effleurage? |
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Definition
Ability to read the body's landscape.
Identifying areas of tension, dryness, thickness or tenderness.
Helps identify what needs to be done during the session.
To apply lotion.
Transition from one technique to another.
Induce feelings of relaxation. |
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Term
| Describe: Ethereal or Aura Strokes |
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Definition
An electromagnetic field
"energy work"
PURPOSE:
Introduce the therapist to the client's body.
TECHNIQUE:
Open palms trace over the body (about six inches away from the physical body.) |
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Term
| Describe: Feathering or Nerve Stroking |
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Definition
Feathering affects the nervous system.
Often used at the end of a segment before re-draping and moving on to the next area.
PURPOSE:
To create a stimulating effect (Repetition of two or three strokes.)
To create a sedating effect (Repetition of four or five strokes.)
TECHNIQUE:
Use the finger pads or hands to create long, light pressured, connecting strokes. |
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Term
| Describe: Superficial Effleurage |
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Definition
Superficial strokes warm up the tissue and prepare it for deeper or more specific types of strokes.
Also used in connecting strokes.
PURPOSE:
Lighter (but firm) strokes produce a temporary increase in capillary dilation which increases blood flow in the superficial tissues.
TECHNIQUES:
Allow hands to relax and mold to the contours of the body.
Apply repetitive strokes with the same pressure and speed. Use body mechanics to apply stroke. |
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Term
| Describe: Deeper Effleurage |
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Definition
The stroke does not always have to feel deep.
Deeper Effleurage just implies that superficial strokes have been completed and the therapist is working onto the next "layer" by applying more body weight.
PURPOSE:
Deeper strokes actually produce a mechanical effect within the body as a result of increased pressure .
These strokes have a broadening or lengthening effect on the tissue and support blood and lymph flow back to the heart.
TECHNIQUE:
Same application as superficial effleurage, adjust the body mechanics to apply more body weight to the client. |
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Term
| What is the general purpose of Petrissage? |
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Definition
This kneading movement encourages the movement of blood and lymph from deeper tissues and helps increase the health and elasticity of the tissue.
Reduces adhesions. |
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| What is the general application of Petrissage? |
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Definition
Used after superficial strokes.
Must combine lifting, compressing, squeezing or rolling in consecutive repetitions to be effective.
Does not involve gliding. |
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Term
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Definition
Lifts the subcutaneous tissue.
Reduces superficial adhesions. |
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Term
| Describe two-finger Petrissage |
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Definition
Small areas.
Circular movements with the first two digits and the thumb. |
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Term
| Describe: One-handed Petrissage? |
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Definition
Used for muscles that fit into the palm of the hand.
Grasp the tissue with the flat surface of the fingers and thumbs allowing the belly of the muscle to enter the palm of the hand.
Apply circular movements while squeezing the tissue away from the body. |
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| Describe: Two-handed Petrissage |
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Definition
| Performed the same as the one-handed Petrissage, only using two hands to work a larger area. |
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Term
| Describe: Opposing Petrissage |
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Definition
| Performed the same as a two-handed Petrissage, except the therapist is working opposing muscle groups thus moving the hands in opposite directions. |
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Term
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Definition
Performed on larger muscle groups.
Muscle is lifted of the bone simultaneously with both hands using the heels and palms and then compressed back into the bone creating a pumping or milking action. |
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Term
| What is the general purpose of friction? |
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Definition
Increases circulation.
Breaks up adhesions and aides in absorption of fluid around the joints.
Gliding friction strokes utilize quick back and forth movements to increase blood flow and create heat in superficial tissues. (Heat helps soften superficial tissues thereby releasing superficial adhesions.)
Non-gliding friction moves a layer of superficial tissue against a deeper layer to broaden the tissue.
Aides in preventing or improving scar tissue. |
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Term
| What is the general application of Friction? |
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Definition
Performed with fingers, thumbs, palms, knuckles, forearms and elbows.
Minimum lotion.
Deeper the stroke; slower the application.
Gliding strokes are long, repetitive, and quick in succession.
Gliding strokes are firm but more superficial and quicker as compared to non-gliding.
Non-gliding frictions are compressive strokes, rely on body weight and should be done on small areas of the body. |
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Term
| Describe: Palmer Friction |
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Definition
Apply this stroke to tight areas to increase circulation and warm the area prior to deeper work.
This stroke is performed with the entire surface of the palms and fingers, or for slightly deeper pressure, the heel of the hand. |
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Term
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Definition
For use over smaller or rounded parts of the body to increase circulation or create heat.
Useful around the joints.
Use the ulnar side of the hand. |
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Term
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Definition
Used on extremities.
Similar to wringing out a towel. |
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Definition
| Works well around forearms and ankles. |
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Term
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Definition
Rolls muscles around the axis of the bone.
Place palms on either side of the limb. Use firm pressure and move hands together in the same direction taking the muscle tissue with you. Roll the muscle tissue in alternating directions, around the axis of the bone, until the tissue relaxes and warms. |
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Term
| Describe: Cross-fiber Friction |
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Definition
Affects scar tissue.
Goes against the fiber of the muscle.
Apply to specific areas of tightness or thickness within tissue.
PURPOSE:
Separates muscle fibers compressed together as a result of adhesion, scar tissue or tension.
Also helps release muscle tension within the muscle belly, relaxing the tissue and preparing it for deeper work. |
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Term
| Describe: Longitudinal Friction |
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Definition
Performed the same way as Cross-fiber Friction, except the direction of the stroke follows he muscle fibers.
PURPOSE:
Elongates and realigns the collagen fibers within the fascia. |
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Term
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Definition
Stimulating or sedating.
Stimulating strokes are rhythmical, lighter and quicker.
Sedating strokes are rhythmical, slower and deeper.
Therapists often use compression at the beginning of a massage to introduce the client to touch and at the end to incorporate the body.
PURPOSE:
Compression presses layers of tissue together causing an increase of blood to the area once finished. |
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Term
| Describe: Circular Friction |
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Definition
| Has the same benefits of Cross-fiber and Longitudinal Friction but can be used when Cross-fiber Friction is too stimulating for hypersensitive tissue. |
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Term
| What is the general purpose of Vibration? |
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Definition
Releasing tension.
Breaking chronic pain cycles.
Desensitizes the tissue.
Numbs the tissues. |
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Term
| What is the general application of Vibration? |
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Definition
| Vibration shakes or vibrates muscle tissue either with the therapists hands or a mechanical tool. |
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Term
| Describe: Vertical Vibration |
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Definition
Fingertips are most often used for this technique.
They stay in contact with the body, no gliding.
PURPOSE:
Releases tension within a small area of tissue. |
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Term
| Describe: Horizontal Vibration |
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Definition
Use fingertips.
Performed the same as Vertical Vibration, except they move back and forth, not vertically. |
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Term
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Definition
Most effective with smaller to medium size muscles.
Pick up muscle with the thumb and pinky and shake.
PURPOSE:
Jostling lifts a muscle and shakes it to create relaxation and increase blood flow. |
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Term
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Definition
Allows client to relax.
PURPOSE:
Shaking is done with an entire limb to relax all muscles and connective tissue in the limbs and around the joints. Positional proprioceptors are confused by the movement created. The nervous systems natural response is to allow all muscles and connective tissues to relax. |
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Term
| What is the general purpose of Tapotement? |
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Definition
Stimulation.
Circulation.
Causes tendon reflexes in the muscle to stretch.
Prepares muscles for exertion.
Deeper, slower, rhythmic Tapotement sedates muscles and affects deeper layers of tissue. |
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Term
| What is the general application of Tapotement? |
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Definition
When the therapist finishes with the entire segment, or at the end of the massage.
Utilizes different positions of the hands in its application.
Quick and light strokes are stimulating.
Slower, Rhythmic and deeper strokes are sedating. |
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Term
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Definition
Two types of Tapping are used. (Random Tapping of the fingers, similar to playing the piano and all fingers relaxed and tapping in on motion together.)
PURPOSE:
Random tapping is effective over the face and forehead to relieve tension and invigorate the client. |
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Term
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Definition
Hacking with fiber is less stimulating then hacking across the fibers.
Perform hacking with the ulnar side of the hands by striking them against the tissue (wrists and fingers relaxed.) |
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Term
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Definition
| Often performed over thoracic area to break up congestion. |
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Definition
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Definition
Commonly used over larger, thicker muscles.
Has the deepest effect on tissues out of all Tapotement strokes. |
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Term
| What two effects does massage have on the circulatory and lymphatic system? |
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Definition
| Mechanical and reflexive. |
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Term
| Define: Mechanical Effects |
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Definition
| Direct physical effects of the massage techniques on the tissues being manipulated. |
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Term
| Define: Reflexive Effects |
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Definition
| Indirect responses to touch that affect body functions and tissues throughout the nervous or energy systems of the body. |
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Term
| What are the overall mechanical effects of massage? |
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Definition
Assists the heart by "pushing" blood back to the heart.
Assists the lymphatic system by "pushing" lymph back to the heart.
Creates a rise and fall in pressure, toning vessel walls.
Supports delivery and pick up of substances on its way to and from the heart by temporarily increasing blood flow to an area. |
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Term
| What are the overall reflexive effects of massage? |
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Definition
Affects the nervous system because vasomotor nerves respond to massage by relaxing or constricting vessels to direct the blood flow.
Indirectly affects organs via the nervous system.
Creates temporary increase in blood in an area. This provides the opportunity for greater exchange of nutrients and waste products, which greatly supports tissue health and healing. |
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Term
| What are the overall effects of massage? |
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Definition
Massage feels good.
Massage increases circulation which improves the delivery of nutrients, oxygen and arterial blood components to the local area.
Massage directly reduces restrictions, which increases muscle tissue function. Mechanical benefits and reflex responses combine to help the muscular soft tissues respond through circulation improvement and elimination of by-products.
Clients receiving massage therapy report a variety of sensations, emotions, feelings and mental perceptions that are subjective, difficult to measure and unique to every individual.
Massage increases venous flow.
Massage can encourage lymphatic flow, preventing edema that often occurs with inactivity. Massage strokes should be slow and rhythmical when used for this purpose.
Massage loosens scar tissue. Massage can prevent scarring to some degree by not allowing stagnation of tissue edema following injury.
Massage can improve muscle tone and helps prevent or delay muscular atrophy as a result of forced inactivity.
Massage may have a sedative, stimulating, or even exhaustive effect on the nervous system, depending on the type and length of the treatment. Massage can stimulate the release of endorphins, the body's natural pain killers, into the brain and nervous system.
Massage stimulates receptors in the skin and muscles, bringing new awareness to areas that feel cut off by chronic tension patterns.
Massage promotes deep relaxation and stress reduction. With the relief of tension and stress, the client feels better able to cope with daily situations.
Massage increases greater joint flexibility and range of motion.
Massage provides healthier, better-nourished skin by removing dry or dead skin and allowing new tissue to form.
Massage can relieve mental and physical fatigue.
Massage strengthens the immune system and promotes disease prevention.
Massage can work internal organs.
Massage can influence body secretions (i.e., saliva, urine). |
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Term
| Transitioning refers to how smoothly the therapist... |
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Definition
Moves from one segment to another.
Switches from one technique or tool to another.
Drapes and re-drapes.
Moves around the table.
Pumps lotion.
Uses posture and bodyweight.
Uses movement. |
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Term
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Definition
| Flow refers to how well the therapist integrates transitions. |
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Term
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Definition
Beingness
Awareness
Professionalism
Quality of touch
Soliciting client feedback
Responding to non-verbal cues of the client
Fluidity of movement |
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Term
| What are the signs of holding? |
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Definition
Tense muscles
Shallow breathing
Flinching
Ticklish
Holds extremities or moves them for the client
Nervous talking or laughter
Goose bumps
Sweating |
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Term
| What are the signs of releasing? |
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Definition
Odors from the breath or body
Softening of the tissues
Healthy glow to the skin
Breathing becomes deeper
Twitching
Rapid eye movement
Borborygmus (gurgling from the stomach or intestines.)
Somatic Emotional Release
Goose Bumps |
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Term
| What are the endangerment sites for massage therapy? |
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Definition
Anterior triangle of the neck
Posterior triangle of the neck
Sternal notch and anterior throat
Inferior to the ear
Axillary area
Medial brachium
Medial epicondyle of the humerus
Femoral triangle
Popliteal fossa
Umbilicus area
Twelfth rib
Cubital area |
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Term
| What does it mean when a client has a full body contraindication? |
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Definition
| The client may not receive any form of massage at all. |
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Term
| What does it mean when a client has a partial body contraindication? |
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Definition
| The client may not receive massage in that particular part of the body. |
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Term
| What are the common categories of contraindications? |
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Definition
Undiagnosed illness
Contagious pathological conditions
Under the influence of alcohol or recreational drugs
Inflammation
Disease of the circulatory system
Disease of the lymphatic system
Compromised immune system
Disorders or diseases affecting the nervous system
Fever
Afflictions of the skin
Loss of integrity
Medications |
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Term
| What are the symptoms of an undiagnosed illness? |
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Definition
Nerve pain
Severe headaches
Pain in the internal organs
Numbness
Inflammation
Un-explained nausea
Tremor or seizures |
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Term
| What are some contagious pathological conditions? |
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Definition
Impetigo
Poison ivy
Blood or lymph diseases
Cancer |
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Term
| Define: Contagious Pathological Conditions |
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Definition
| A condition that has the potential to spread within the clients systems or to the therapist. |
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Term
| Why is being under the influence of alcohol or other recreational drugs a contraindication? |
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Definition
| Receiving massage increases the amount of toxicity in the body which taxes the liver and other organs. |
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Term
| Why is inflammation a contraindication? |
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Definition
| Receiving massage increases the amount of swelling, resulting in further damage of organs or tissue. |
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Term
| What are some causes of inflammation? |
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Definition
Rheumatoid arthritis
Injury
Surgery
Pregnancy
Infection
Organ Disorder |
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Term
| What are some diseases of the circulatory system? |
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Definition
Phlebitis
Hematoma
Thrombophlebitis
Venous Thrombosis
Low or high blood pressure
Heart disease
Varicose veins |
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Term
| Cancer is a disease of what system? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are some illnesses that compromise the immune system? |
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Definition
HIV or AIDS
Organ Transplant
Lupus |
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Term
| Why are disorders or diseases affecting the nervous system a contraindication? |
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Definition
| It can decrease client sensitivity or increase pain levels of the client. |
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Term
| Why is fever a contraindication? |
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Definition
| Massage increases temperature. |
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Term
| What are some afflictions of the skin? |
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Definition
Sunburn
Windburn
Insect bites
Acne
Bruises |
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Term
| How many weeks after surgery must a cline wait prior to receiving a massage? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are some side effects of medicine that might interfere with getting a massage? |
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Definition
Pain medicine: decreases sensitivity
Aspirin: thins the blood
Anti-coagulants: bruises and bleeds easily
Immune compromising medications
Dehydration |
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Term
| What are some aspects a therapist may want to pay attention to, to balance there personal needs and health with the demands of the profession? |
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Definition
Hygiene
Establish relationships with boundaries
Abilities and limitations
Scope of practice
Nutrition
Sleep/rest
Exercise
Self-awareness
Receive body work
Continuing education
Staying involved |
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Term
| What are some things therapists need to be aware of when using their tools? |
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Definition
Make sure hands are warm
Keep hands relaxed
Avoid hyper-extension
Maintain consistent speed and pressure
Utilize body weight
Maintain awareness of posture
Involve whole body in stroke
Convey beingness
Exercise patience
Make connecting strokes continuous and fluid |
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Term
| Define: Intrinsic Intelligence |
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Definition
Refers to the body's innate design that allows it to adjust, improve, grow, make choices, change, respond, learn, communicate and health itself.
It allows a person to progress. |
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Term
| Describe the process of Existentialism |
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Definition
When an individual acknowledges remarkable changes, it results from two things:
A choice he/she made
The meaning he/she chooses to identify with the experience or its outcome as a result of the choice.
This process is known as the "existential experience." |
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| That flash of insight that occurs without the use of any rational or empirical process. |
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| Define: Special Populations |
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| Groups of individuals who require specific care to accommodate conditions, contraindications or needs. |
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| While working with special populations the therapist must rely upon: |
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Contraindication rules
Modality specific contraindications
Knowledge of a specific techniques result
Information given to the therapist by the client - ask questions |
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| What are some questions to ask when working with special populations? |
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I would like to ask you a few questions about your conditions I can determine how I may best help you, is that alright with you?
I don't know much about that condition, will you please explain more about it and help me understand?
What are the symptoms of your condition?
What time of the day do you feel better/worse?
What aggravates or exacerbates the condition?
What makes you feel better?
How does massage affect you/your condition?
Are you taking any medication for the condition?
Does your attending physician/health care provider know you have scheduled this session?
What has your attending physician/health care provider recommend in terms of body work?
What limitations has your attending physician or health care provider(s) set? |
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| What should a therapist take into consideration when working with children? |
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As a general rule, persons under the age of 18 must have parental consent to receive body work/
If the child is younger and smaller, the session is generally 20-30 minutes.
If the child is closer to an adult the massage may be 50-60 minutes long. |
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| What should a therapist take into consideration when working on the elderly? |
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| Adjust and accommodate the session based upon health history, needs and preferences. |
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| What should a therapist take into consideration when working with para/quadriplegic? |
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Individuals will require assistance on and off the table, and most likely when turning over.
Light massage will be induced over the areas that lack sensitivity. |
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| A person who has paralysis of the lower part of the body including the legs. |
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| A person who has a paralysis of all four limbs. |
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| What adjustments should a therapist make when working with a pregnant woman? |
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| What are some contraindications that go along with pregnancy? |
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| Preeclampsia and varicose veins |
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| What are some health concerns for the first trimester of pregnancy? |
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Nausea
Vomiting
Hypersensitivity to taste and smell
Exhaustion
Constipation
Mood Swings |
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| What are some health concerns for the second trimester of pregnancy? |
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Hormones increase body temperature.
Emotions affected by hormones.
Ligaments become loose. |
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| What are some health concerns for the third trimester of pregnancy? |
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Muscle Cramps
Sacroiliac joint pain and pelvic discomfort.
Frequent urination
Stress and worry
Sleeplessness |
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| How should you bolster a pregnant woman? |
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Side-lying position
Use bolstering materials to support the neck, abdomen and top leg comfortably. |
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| What are some prenatal massage guidelines? |
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The overall goal for prenatal massage is relaxation and stress reduction.
Time is shorter in duration.
Client is bolstered and supported in side-lying position.
Strokes are slower and lighter.
No corrective type of work (Structural, Trigger, etc.) |
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