Frictions Flashcards
What is friction
A type of massage which applies force across soft tissue structure
Why is frichon massage an effective technique
Breaks op adhesion
Realign issue fibre,
Brian down scar tissue
What part of the body must be used when performing frichon massage
Thumb or finger
1s frichon massage applied deep or superficial
Both
When a massage should be used
Post injury
Post surgery
Pre-event
Why ‘s massage important for rehab
Increase blood circulation
Relaxes muscle
Increase oxygen and nutrients to soft tissue
Why is it important to get nutrients to soft tissue
Speed up recovery process
What is the best type of massage for post surgery
Myofascial release
What is lymphedema’s
Pain, inflammation and scaring that occurs after surgery
How does lymphedema’s occur
Removal of lymph nodes causing blockage of lymphatic system
Example of conditions where to use deep friction
Chronic scar tissue,
Supraspinatus tendinopathy
Achilles tendinopathy
Plantar fasciitis
Lateral epicondylins
