Final Exam Flashcards
dangers of vena cava pressure during pregnancy
supine hypotensive syndrom
deep vein thrombosis
danger during pregnancy - blood clot can loosen & cause pulmonary embolism
position for pregnancy massage
side lying
length of infant massage
10-30 minutes
benefits of infant massage
bonding/skinship - eases colic - relaxes nervous system - increases circulation
post event massage
increase circulation - clear out lactic acid - reduce adhesions - quiet nervous system
pre event massage
increase circulation & flexiblity in area to be used
2 differences of pre & post massage
PRE - no lubricant - use stimulating techniques - no deep work or break down adhesions or work on muscle spasms
POST - full body - calm nervous system - deep work - break down adhesions - flush out areas used - relaxation
Sports massage
enhance athletic performance by accelerating body’s natural restorative process
Positives of sports massage
reduce chance of injury - identifying & eliminating potential injury risks - restore mobility & flexibility - reduce recovery time
4 kinds of sports massage
pre, post, restorative, rehabilitative
benefit of pre
increase hyperemia & flexibility
benefit of post
clear out lactic acid & reduce adhesions
benefits of restorative
reduce chance of injury - increase ROM & flexibility - deactivate TP - quicker back to training
benefits of rehab.
shortens time to heal injury by 1/2 - helps reduce swelling & edema - helps form pliable scar tissue