Chapeter 8 Study Guide Flashcards
1
Q
What are the four hand massage movements?
A
- Effleurage
- Friction
- Petrissage
- Tapotement
2
Q
What is Effleurage?
A
A soft, continuous stroking movement applied with the fingers (digital) and palms (palmar) in a slow and rhythmic manner.
3
Q
What is Perissage?
A
A compression technique that includes kneading, squeezing, and pinching.
4
Q
What is Tapotement? Also known as “Percussion”
A
A percussive stroke in which the fingertips strike the skin in rapid succession or fast tapping movements.
5
Q
What is Friction?
A
An invigorating rubbing technique that stimulates the circulation and glandular activity of the skin.
