Soft Tissue

Question 1

what type of soft tissue techniques are performed during the acute stage?

Answer 1

deep and superficial effleurage
skin rolling
petrissage

Question 2

what type of soft tissue techniques are performed during the subacute stage?

Answer 2

petrissage
friction
myofascial release
trigger point
active release

Question 3

indications for soft tissue massage

Answer 3

decrease sympathetic ANS response
decrease (or increase) muscle tone
decrease protective mm spasms
evaluate, palpate adhesions, MF restrictions
realign collagen fibers, mobilize scar
reduce edema
facilitate circulation and fluid flow
increase ROM (combo with stretching)

Question 4

contraindications for soft tissue massage

Answer 4

skin infections; open skin
debilitated skin
arteriosclerosis, thrombosis, embolism, acute phlebitis, cardiac decompensation
severe varicose veins
new tendon transplant in that area
non-union or new fracture
acute inflammatory conditions
cellulitis
synovitis
abscesses
cancer in that area
fever >101