Frictions

Question 1

What technique is used for frictions

Answer 1

This technique is used to target a specific area of soft tissue damage that has resulted in scar tissue and adhesions

It consists of small, accurately localised, penetrating movements applied with mainly the pads of your fingers or the ball of the thumb

Question 2

What are the indications of frictions

Answer 2

Muscular
Tendon
Ligament

Question 3

What are the contraindications of frictions

Answer 3

Calcification
Rheumatoid tendinous lesions
Local sepsis
Skin diseases

Question 4

What are the effects of frictions

Answer 4

Traumatic hyperaemia which helps to evacuate pain
Stimulation of mechanoreceptors
Movement of the affected structure

Question 5

What technique is used for frictions

Answer 5

Exact localisation
No movement between finger and skin

Question 6

What are the application principles for frictions

Answer 6

Lightly until anaesthesia begins and able to increase pressure within patients tolerance
Minimal intervals of 48 hours between treatments
Dry skin no oil or lubricants