Chapter 11 Flashcards
hands most important massage tools
True
Massage is not a physically demanding profession
False
Flexible hands aid in working on contours of the client’s body in controlling speed and pressure
True
force on body improperly aligned can result in broken bone
true
horse stance most comfortable stance when doing petrissage on legs and back
True
practitioner should maintain 60 degree angle at shoulder between body and arm
False
Chinese term tan tein = centering
True
being uncentered means you feel secure and stable
False
the wheel exercise is a movement similar to polishing a car
false
massage practitioner should maintain short smooth nails
True
part of therapist’s body engaged in massage
whole body
hand mobility allows practitioner to achieve
rhythm & control
body mechanics concerned mainly with
postures relative to daily living
correct posture essential for
Conserve strength
Maintain energy
prevent repetitive stress injury
NOT - Expending energy
proper foot position and alignment of back shoulders arms wrist and hands reduces chance of
repetitive stress injuries
allows practitioner to lean into and out of movements with minimum effort and maximum effect
proper stance
both feet in line with edge of table
horse stance
most common position to massage from
archer stance
may use for applying deep pressure
forearms and elbows
height is 1st consideration for
massage table
general guideline for clear space around table
3ft
Use for proper height so practitioner can maintain good body mechanics and posture while conserving energy
stool
centering based on concept that body has geographic center home many inches below navel
2
concept that practitioner functions as a grounding apparatus in helping clients release tension
grounding
centering has a psycho-emotional context &
physical
exercise helps practitioner reach full length of client’s body part by facilitating weight shifting between feet
grinding corn
wheel exercise foot should be turned out at what degree angle
45
what exercises involve a powerful forward movement followed by a controlled withdrawal
advance and retreat
exercise emphasizes posture and concentration and is combined with centering, grounding, and correct breathing
the tree
when is the appropriate time for massage therapists to wash their hands
before and after each massage
