Chapter 14 Beck Test Flashcards
Early Native American spas poured water over heated stones in small enclosures
These were known as
Sweat lodges (Kiva‘s by southwestern tribes)
What industry are spas officially part of?
Hospitality
What’s sets spas apart from other industry options?
Provide specialized services
What should you do for someone’s first massage?
Often appropriate to use extremely light pressure over entire body at first
Standard amount of massages per day
Five massages
What is the typical timeframe for full body massages?
50 to 60 minutes
Treats the bones and membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord to free restrictions in the flow of cerebrospinal fluid increasing overall health and relieving pain and stress
Craniosacral therapy
Focuses on a series of specific points along energy pathways/Meridian
Uses finger pressure to invigorate the body and allow healing energies to flow more freely
Shiatsu
Both client and therapist submerged in warm (90 to 98°F) chest deep water. Therapist floats, stretches and massages guest to open joints, improve mobility and open energy pathways.
Watsu
Your first and last strokes on an area are made to be
Especially relaxing
What is a contraindication for cellulite treatment?
Shellfish allergies due to use of seaweed
Benefits of mud/clay wraps
Nourishes and exfoliates ; humic acid helps draw out impurities
Use of essential oils processed from herbs, flowers, fruits, stems, spices, and roots in massage, inhalation or other modalities to affect mood and improve health and well-being
Aromatherapy
What to know about essential oils
Some oils can overstimulate the body. Usually recommended to use in combination with carrier oil or other medium
Is chamomile safe to use during pregnancy?
Yes
What note is Jasmine?
Base
Lemongrass is
Refreshing
A uniform mixture of two or more liquids (Ex. essential oil and massage lotion)
Emulsion
Process of a aromatherapy wrap
Therapist places a drop of essential oil on fingertip and touches several energy points corresponding to shiatsu or acupressure points along the body
Meaning of the word exfoliation
Word in Latin: ex (to take away) and folium (leaf)
Together meaning “take away leaves”
A curved usually metallic instrument used in ancient Greece and Rome to scrape dead skin cells, oils, and dirt from bathers skin
Strigil
What is body polish?
A more refined and gentler exfoliation service using smaller, and perhaps softer particles of exfoliate
Suitable for more sensitive skin types
What technique is used for all exfoliation treatments?
Circular scrubbing action to avoid stretching the delicate connective tissues of the skin too far in any one direction
When is a Vichy shower used?
Primarily for exfoliation and wrap services to wash off the product
Should profit margin be talked about with clients?
No
When are ski resort towns and beach resort spas hiring therapists?
Ski resorts higher in November while Beach resort spas hire more therapist in May
