Swedish Massage Flashcards

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Briskness, in more erratic and less predictable patterns do what?

A

Increase sympathetic nervous system firing

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What are the effects of tapotement?

A

Loosen mucus in clients with respiratory conditions, increase local circulation and stimulate hypotrophied muscles.

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Slow, rhythmical and repetitive, predictable patterns at and even rate do what?

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Evoke a relaxation response and decrease sympathetic nervous system firing

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