Massage Movements

Question 1

Effleurage

Answer 1

• Increase lymphatic and blood circulation
• Relieves tension
• Reduces non-medical oedema
• Aids desquamation
• Induces relaxation

Question 2

Petrissage

Answer 2

• Increase lymphatic and blood circulation
• Increases venous return
• Helps break down tight nodules
• Removes waste products from the tissues
• Promotes relaxation
• Softens fatty tissues

Question 3

Vibrations

Answer 3

• Relieves tension in the neck and long muscles
• Increase the action of the lungs
• Increase peristalsis in the colon

Question 4

Tapotement

Answer 4

• Increases sluggish lymphatic and circulatory system
• Stimulates sensory nerve endings
• Increase muscle tone
• Loosens mucus in chest conditions
• Softens areas of fatty adipose tissues

Question 5

Pressure Point

Answer 5

• Releases blocked energy
• Improves circulation
• Stimulates the nervous system

Question 6

Frictions

Answer 6

• Aids relaxation
• Breaks down tight nodules
• increases lymph and blood circulation
• creates heat