Chapter 10 Flashcards
T/F - Fulling is a type of kneading massage movement
True
T/F - Gentle massage movements are applied in a quick rhythm and are stimulating
False
T/F - Effleurage movements include chucking, rolling, and wringing.
False
T/F - Centrifugal massage movements are directed away from the heart
True
T/F - Usually a therapeutic full-body massage takes about two hours.
False
T/F - Gliding lifts, squeezes, and presses the tissues.
False
T/F - Over large body surfaces, such as the limbs, back, chest, and abdomen, the gliding movement is performed with the fingers or thumbs.
False
T/F - Fulling is a kneading technique in which the practitioner attempts to grasp the tissue and gently lift and spread it out.
True
T/F - Cross-fiber or transverse friction is a preferred technique for rehabilitation of fibrous tissue injuries.
True
T/F - Jostling allows for the release of tension by gently shaking a body part so that the flesh flops around the bone.
False
percussion movements are:
hacking - tapping - beating - slapping - cupping
a type of kneading movement
fulling
not a friction movement
aura stroking
Control results of massage - therapist must regulate intensity, pressure, speed, length, direction &
duration
movement indicated for thick tissues or fleshy parts
heavy
Active movement is in what category of massage
joint movement
continuous trembling or shaking movement
vibration
primary communication tool of massage
touch
used when calming, anesthetizing, or stimulating effects desired
deep pressure
helps reduce adhesions and stretch muscle
kneading
only skin picked up and rolled
skin rolling
performed with thumb over a small area or the palm of one or both hands over a large area
superficial friction
movement intended to produce heat and stretch and soften the fascia
circular friction
preferred technique for rehab of fibrous tissue
cross fiber/transverse friction