foundation massage strokes

Question 1

Effleurage #1

Answer 1

Stroking:

a. most used move in massage
b. Emphasizes drainage and “warms up” the tissue
c. This stroking movement has a soothing and relaxing effect on the dog by affecting the Central Nervous System (CNS)
d. A massage is always begun and ended with effleurage strokes

Question 2

Effleurage #2

Answer 2

Has a mechanical draining effect on the body fluids such as blood and lymph
When performed superficially (2-3 pounds of pressure), warms up the area by increasing circulation
Superficial effleurage is used at the beginning of all massages
When performed faster and deeper (10-15 pounds of pressure) can aid in the removal of swelling

Question 3

Petrissage #1

Answer 3

a. Kneading movement

b. Comprised of kneading, compression, muscle squeezing, picking up, wringing up and skin rolling

Question 4

Petrissage #2

Answer 4

a. Done in a rhythmic, circular motion, similar to kneading dough
b. Boosts circulation and improves oxygenation and separates muscle fibers aiding in the removal of waste
c. Usually done with both hands, but can be done with one when working in a small area
d. Start with low pressure (1/4 pound) and gradually increase while working over larger muscles

Question 5

PETRISSAGE: Compression:

Answer 5

a. Made with the palm of the hand or a lightly clenched fist
b. Alternate hands rhythmically
c. To be used over large, muscular areas, like the hindquarters
d. Do not exceed 1-2 pounds of pressure

Question 6

PETRISSAGE Muscle Squeezing:

Answer 6

Used to relax tense muscles, especially along the neck, legs and tails
Grasp the area and gently squeeze it
Slow compression aids in blood flow
Faster compression aids in warming up muscles

Question 7

PETRISSAGE Picking Up:

Answer 7

Done with both hands grasping the body part, gently squeezing and lifting
Helps tone the muscle and aid in circulation
Form of myomanipulation

Question 8

PETRISSAGE: Wringing:

Answer 8

Use the palm or surface of hand with thumbs extended at a 45 degree angle from the hand
Apply both hands on the dog’s body and begin wringing the muscle side to side similar to wringing a wet cloth
Keep the rhythm slow with light pressure

Question 9

PETRISSAGE:Skin Rolling

Answer 9

A very soothing manipulation that is used to maintain a healthy coat, prevent the formation of adhesions and maintain elasticity in the skin
Grasp and lift the skin and roll it back towards your fingers
Gliding movements that are slow and gentle
Max pressure should only be 2-3 pounds

Question 10

PETRISSAGE:Vibration:

Answer 10

Has a deeper effect on the the muscles or joints that are below the superficial tissues
A quivering movement done with the hand
Gradually increase the pounds of pressure while vibrating your hand
Can be done using entire hands or finger tips (known as point vibration)

Question 11

PETRISSAGE:Shaking:

Answer 11

Strong, mechanical movement used frequently in sports massage to increase circulation
Done by using the finger tips or whole hand
Soothing when done slow and gentle
Stimulating when done fast and deeper

Question 12

PETRISSAGE:Friction:

Answer 12

This movement is mostly used sport’s massage to break down adhesions and scar tissue over muscle fibers, tendons, ligaments, fascia and joint capsules
Consists of small, deep, circular movements applied across the length of the muscle or over scar tissue
To break down adhesions 3-4 pounds of pressure must be used
Do not use for more than 1 minutes per area
Use effleurage every 20-30 seconds during friction massage

Question 13

PETRISSAGE:Nerve Manipulation:

Answer 13

Consists of stroking, pressure, friction and stretching

Should be done very lightly because irritated or damaged nerves are very sensitive

Question 14

Nerve Stroking

Answer 14

Light stroking technique along the effected nerve

Should not use more pressure than the weight of fingertips

Question 15

Nerve Pressure

Answer 15

Consists of small pressure points applied along the course of the nerve to restore feeling along the dog’s limbs
Promotes new nerve growth
Start with light pressure and work up to 1.5 pounds max

Question 16

Nerve Friction

Answer 16

Use the friction massage move along the effected nerve to stimulate regeneration and new growth
When a nerve has been over stretched due to injury, apply a light friction along the entire nerve
When a nerve has been severed, work a few inches above the section of the wound
The area below the wound will have permanent nerve damage

Question 17

Nerve Stretching

Answer 17

a. Do regular stretches of a limb that has had nerve damage
b. Should be done much more cautiously than other stretches
c. Start with a very small stretch and gradually work up over several sessions
d. Never perform within 24 hours of injury

Question 18

Tapotements

Answer 18

a. Consists of a series of soft hits to the body done rhythmically (like drumming)
b. Clapping, cupping, hacking, beating and pounding are all forms of tapotement
c. Hands work alternately in a light and springy manner

Question 19

TAPOTEMENT: Clapping:

Answer 19

a. Done with the palm of the hand with hand flat and fingers stretched as though applauding
b. Use only .5-1 pounds of pressure to start and build up to 1.5 - 2 pounds of pressure
c. Use only over muscles, not bony areas

Question 20

TAPOTEMENT:Cupping

Answer 20

a. Done with the palm of the hand in a cupped position
b. Use 1.5-2 pounds of pressure
c. Softer form of clapping that can be used over the rib cage and around bony structures

Question 21

TAPOTEMENT:Hacking

Answer 21

a. Done in a springing manner with the flat side of of the hand
b. Use 2-3 pounds of pressure over bulky muscles on large breed dogs
c. Allows deeper penetration and works well over back and hindquarter muscles

Question 22

TAPOTEMENT: Beating:

Answer 22

a. Done with a relaxed closed fist
b. Apply 3-4 pounds of pressure over big muscle groups on large breed dogs
c. Only use after clapping, cupping or hacking moves