Superficial Fluid Techniques Flashcards
define superficial
pertaining to or situated near the surface
Define fluid
lymph and venous blood
what are the effects of superficial fluid massage?
-Mechanical effects caused by compression and stretching of vessels
-reflex effects caused by stimulation of cutaneous afferents and the rhythm and tempo of their application
what are superficial fluid techniques used for?
applied to tissues superficial to muscle to increase the return flow of blood or lymph
what are examples of superficial fluid techniques?
superficial effleurage
superficial lymph drainage technique
what is superficial effleurage?
A gliding technique performed with light pressure in the direction of venous and lymph flow that deforms tissue down to the investing layer of deep fascia
what layer does superficial effleurage effect?
the layer of superficial fat and fascia which contains many veins and lymphatics
what are the outcomes of superficial effleurage?
increases return flow of lymph and venous blood
reduces edema
can be used to relax or sedate
may reduce perception of pain
spread lubricant
transition technique
superficial effleurage contraindications
cardiac conditions
acute inflammation
infections
kidney pathology
what is superficial lymph drainage?
a non gliding technique performed in the direction of lymphatic flow, using short rhythmical strokes with minimal to light pressure
superficial lymph drainage outcomes
increases return flow of lymph
reduces edema
stimulates formation of new lymphatic pathways
can be used to relax and sedate
contraindications of superficial lymph drainage
systemic or local inflammation
untreated metastatic cancer
allergic reactions
thrombosis
CHF
Cautions with asthma, low BP and menstruation
how to perform superficial lymph drainage
use powder
use light pressure to sink lightly into SQ fat
use short strokes to stretch tissue in direction off lymph flow
when treating deems do proximal regions first
