Facial Massage Chp 16 Flashcards
how long is a basic facial massage?
10-15 minutes
which of these items will you need for a typical facial massage service?
blanket
tapotement is also called?
percussion
a chopping movement performed with the edges of the hands in massage is known as what?
hacking
which type of massage involves the use of soft continuous stroking movement applied with the fingers and palms?
efflurage
when massaging a male client in which direction should you massage?
with beard growth
essential oils are applied to the skin when performing which type of massage?
aromatherapy
which of these methods of massage is designed to help detoxify and remove waste materials from the body more quickly?
manual lymph drainage massage
massage movements are directed which way for the muscle?
insertion toward origin of muscle
massage benefits include what?
reduction of puffiness product absorption metabolism
which form of friction massage involves the use of vigorous movement with the hands placed a small distance apart on both sides of the arm
wringing
hand exercises help to strengthen your hands to do what?
prevent repetitive motion problems
the technique of applying pressure to the feet based on a system of zones that directly correspond to the anatomy of the body
reflexology
using deep pressure on the face can do what?
can weaken elastin fibers
stimulation muscle and nerve motor points during a massage will do what?
contract the muscle