Glossary

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Chucking

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Massage movement accomplished by grasping the flesh firmly in one hand up and down along the bone while the other hand keeps the arm or leg in a steady position

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Acupressure

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Oriental technique of applying pressure to specific points of the body to release muscle tension, restore balance and stimulate chi

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Dr. Jacquet movement

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Beneficial for oily skin; it helps move sebum out of the follicles and up to the skins surface by kneading

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Foot reflexology

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The technique of applying pressure to the feet based on a system of zones and areas on the feet that directly correspond to the anatomy of the body. Reflexology is also performed in the hands and ears

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Friction

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Deep rubbing movement requiring pressure on the skin with the fingers or palm while moving them under a underlying structure. Chucking, rolling, and wringing are variations of friction

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Fulling

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Form of petrissage in which the tissue is grasped, gently lifted and spread out. Used mainly for massaging on the arms

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Hacking

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Chopping movement performed with the edges of the hands in massage

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Manual lymph drainage

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Abbreviated MLD; gentle, rhythmic pressure on the lymphatic system to detoxify and remove waste materials from the body more quickly; reduces swelling and is used before and after surgery for pre and post op care

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Massage

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Manual or mechanical manipulation of the body by rubbing, gently pinching, kneading, tapping, and other movements to increase metabolism and circulation, promote absorption, and relieve pain

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Petrissage

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Kneading movement that stimulates the underlying tissues; performed by lifting, squeezing, and pressing the tissue with a light, firm pressure

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Rolling

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Massage movement in which the tissues are pressed and twisted using a fast back and forth movement

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Shiatsu

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The application of pressure on acupuncture points found throughout the body to balance the Body’s energy flow and to promote health. It originated as a form of physical therapy in Japan.

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Slapping

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Massage movements in which the wrists are kept flexible so that the palms come in contact with the skin in light, firm, and rapid strokes; one hand follows the other; with each slapping stroke, the flesh is lifted slightly

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Tapotement

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Also known as percussion; movements consisting of short, quick tapping, slapping, and hacking movements

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Vibration

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In massage, the rapid shaking movement in which the technician uses the body and shoulders, not just the fingertips, to create the movements

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Wringing

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Vigorous movement in which the hands, placed a little distance apart on both sides of the clients arm or leg, working downward apply a twisting motion against the bones in the opposite direction