Effleurage Flashcards
1
Q
Effleurage
A
- Always performed towards lymph nodes
- Performed with one/both hands fingers and thumbs
- Circulation
2
Q
Physiological effects
A
- Aid venous return
- Aid interchange of tissue fluid
- Aid removal of chemical irritants
- Restore mobility
- Passively stretch muscle fibres
- Increase/decrease muscle tone
3
Q
Other effects
A
- Tissue warming
- Spreading of massage medium
- Calming or stimulating depending on speed/rhythm
- Connection between strokes and technique
- Palpitation and assessment tool
4
Q
Application
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- Longitudinal, transverse or circular
- Can be deep or superficial
- Slow-medium pace
5
Q
Types of application
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- Heel of hand
- Reinforced fingers
- Fists/knuckles
- Forearm
- Reinforced thumb
