massage

Question 1

How does deep transverse friction massage work?

Answer 1

deep transverse friction massage techniques aim to:

• break down scar tissues and cause inflammation
• encourage proper healing process

Question 2

when are deep transverse friction techniques done?

Answer 2

• when healing process at the damaged structures does not occur in the proper way

Question 3

what is a trigger point?

Answer 3

• a trigger point occurs when a section of muscles are locked in permanent contraction

Question 4

what type of trigger points are there?

Answer 4

• latent trigger point (x cause pain/discomfort)

- active triogger point (can cause pain/discomfort)

Question 5

what are the types of massage to relief trigger points?

Answer 5

• ischaemic pressure

- positional release