Chapter 16 - Facial Massage (matching #2) Flashcards
Chopping movement performed with the edges of the hands in a massage
HACKING
Form of friction in which you grasp the flesh firmly in one hand, and move up & down along the bone while the other hand keeps the arm in a steady position
CHUCKING
Soft, continuous stroking movement applied with the fingers and palms in a slow and rhythmic manner
EFFLEURAGE
Rapid shaking movement in which the technician uses his or her body , not just the fingertips, to create the movement
VIBRATION
Rubbing movement that involves maintaining pressure on the skin while the fingers or palms are moved over the underlying structures
FRICTION
Form of friction that involves vigorous movement with the hands placed a small distance apart on both sides of the arms
WRINGING
Kneading movement that stimulares the underlying tissues
PETRISSAGE
Massage movement in which the wrists are kept flexible so that the palms come in contact with the skin in light, firm, and rapid strokes
SLAPPING
Form of acupressure that may be used in conjunction with effleurage
SHIATSU
Form of friction used on the arms and legs to apply pressure to the tissues
ROLLING
Form of massage that consists of fast tapping , patting, and hacking movements
TAPOTEMENT
Form of petrissage in which the tissue is grasped, gently lifted, and spread out
FULLING