Massage Techniques

Question 1

What are massage contradictions

Answer 1

Cuts or open wounds
Bruises
Varicose veins
Broken bones
Burns
Some skin conditions

Question 2

What are specific contradictions for massage

Answer 2

Fever, contagious diseases, cancer, blood clots, pregnancy, liver and kidney conditions, inflammation, uncontrolled hypertension

Question 3

What are the basic massage movements

Answer 3

Efflerage, peteissage, friction, taptoement, vibration

Question 4

What are the most important facial massage techniques

Answer 4

Facial Swedish massage, facial hot stone massage, facial acupressure, facial lymph drainage massage

Question 5

What are the benefits of facial Swedish massage

Answer 5

Relaxation

Question 6

What are the benefits of facial hot stone massage

Answer 6

Circulation
Compress and relax muscles

Question 7

What are the benefits of facial acupressure massage

Answer 7

Can help anything from congestion and headaches to fevers and chills. May help reduce physical pain and stress

Question 8

What are the benefits of facial lymphatic drainage massage

Answer 8

Increases circulation, reduces puffiness and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Many paitence with skin disorders such as acne and rosecwa benefit since it aids in healing