Midterm Flashcards
client intake and consent
discuss contraindications
receive consent
check in
tabe set up
2 sheets
blanket (optional)
head rest cover/face towel
supplies for treatment
Swedish massage techniques
effleurage
petrissage
tapotement
vibration
friction
effleurage
gentle gliding strokes using palms, fingers, thumbs
warms up muscles, improve circulation, promote relaxation
petrissage
kneading squeezing muscles
helps release tension, improve flexibility, increase blood flow to tissue
tapotement
rhythmic patting or tapping
stimulates the muscles
invigorates body
wakes up nerves
vibration
gentle shaking or trembling movements
relax muscles, reduce stress, enhance well being
friction
applying pressure to specific areas to release knots and adhesions
targets tight spots and promoting muscle relaxation
exfoliation
to wash or rub with granular substance to remove dead cells from the surface of the skin
benefits of exfoliation
cleanse and remove dead skin cells
improve skin texture, tone, radiance by revealing fresh, smooth, bright skin
stimulate cell turnover, collagen and circulation
enhancing absorption and effectiveness of topical skin care products
reducing blemishes, acne, finalizes, wrinkles, age spots, pore size, and superficial scars
exfoliation contraindications
irritation
sensitivity
skin conditions
open cuts/wounds
certain meds - accutane
over exfoliation
physical exfoliants
salt and sugar scrubs
dry brush
exfoliating clot/mitt
loofah
chemical exfoliants
AHAs
BHAs
retinols
enzymes
dry brush
Ayurvedic medicine
benefits of dry brushing
stimulating lymphatic system
flushing toxins
exfoliation
increase circulation
helps break down cellulite
brush maintenance
clients have own brush
rinse brush after routine
dry in open sunny area
clean once a week using soap and water
don’t share
lymphatic system
part of immune system
keeps body fluid levels in balance and defends the body against infections
lymphatic system works together to drain fluid called lymph from the body
dry brush process
start at feet and move up body
brush upwards
light pressure in thin/harder areas, more pressure in thicker areas
brush arms last up to underarms
follow with cool shower
moisturize
aromatherapy
practice using essential oils for therapeutic benefit
scent travels from olfactory nerves to brain impacting emotional centre of brain
inhalation or application
enhance feeling of well being
essential oils
natural oil obtained by distillation with characteristics of plant/source extracted
made of parts of certain plants (leaves, seeds, barks, roots, rinds)
essential oil benefits
boost mood
reduce stress increase attentiveness
improve sleep
kill bacteria, fungus, virus
reduce anxiety and pain
reduce inflammation
reduce nausea and headaches
essential oil contraindications
children
pregnant/breastfeeding- unless approved
cautiously used by people with history of epilepsy, high bp and asthma
chamomile
reduce stress
sage
promote relaxation
eucalyptus
clear sinuses
ginger
reduce nausea
lavender
better sleep
lemon
increase happiness, improve concentration
peppermint
boost alertness
reduce headaches
rosemary
increase focus
sweet orange
reduce anxiety
ylang-ylang
decrease stress
body wrap/mask
detoxify and refines skin
mix of ingredients that have remedial effect
mask warms body, promoting relaxation and sweating to cleanse pores
body wrap benefits
detoxification
exfoliation
hydration
cellulite reduction
reduce inflammation
improved circulation
promote skin health
body wrap contraindications
skin lesions/damage
cardiac weakness
bp not under control
pregnancy
blood disorders (hemophilia)
infection/fever
wood therapy
madero therapy
massage using various wood tools
helps breakdown fat and cellulite
wood therapy benefits
break down cellulite
body shaping
lymph draining
improve skin tone
relieve stress and promote relaxation
loosen tight muscles
wood therapy contraindications
skin lesions/bruising
bells palsy or pinched nerve
cancer
cardiovascular condition
fever
diabetes
epilepsy
why is sequence of massage important
starting closest to the heart and then outward
60 min massage; pre-service protocols 5
- set up table, supples, area
- greet and receive (benefits, contraindications, consent)
- undress to comfort level
ask them to start face down between sheets
ask if comfortable before starting
60 min massage sequence and times
back- 20 mins (10 each side, left first)
- 10 min back of legs- 5 min each leg (right upper thigh to calf- left thighs to calf)
flip client properly
legs front 10 mins, 5 each leg- left front thigh to shin and foot, right front thigh to calf
arms 10 mins, 5 each arm- start on right
neck and scalp- 10 mins
benefits of relaxation massage 7
- stress relief
- muscle tension relief
- improved circulation
- pain relief
- improved sleep quality
- boosted immune system
- increased overall well-being
relaxation massage contraindications 7
open wounds or skin conditions
acute injuries or inflammation
blood clotting disorder
recent surgeries
infectious diseases
severe medical conditions
pregnancy
why massage towards the heart. 4
- enhance effectiveness of the massage
promotes circulation
lymphatic drainage
relaxation
what is hot stone massage 3
treatment there smooth hot stones are placed on the back
provides heat therapy to muscles to reduce tension and pain
typically basalt, volcanic rock high in iron.
history of hot stone 4
thousands years ag from Ayurveda
ancient Indian practice
popular through ancient Asia
North American indigenous used to heal ailments, cramps, circulation.
hot stone massage benefits 7
relieves muscle pain and tension
reduces inflammation
improves flexibility
improves circulation
reduce stress and anxiety
boost immune system
improve sleep
hot stone massage contraindications - completely or need considerations
cancer
clotting disorder
diabetes
epilepsy
heart disease
neuropathy
osteoporosis
pregnancy
recent surgeries
skin conditions
the popular modalities 12
- Swedish massage
hot stone
cold stone
wood therapy
cupping
aromatherapy
acupressure
thai
deep tissue
sport massage
prenatal
fascia stretch
