The art of massage therapy Flashcards
What is the main benefit of a massage therapist maintaining good personal hygiene?
to make the client comfortable, and prevent the spread of disease
Why is hand washing such an important part of a massage therapist’s hygiene routine?
Hygienic hand washing is the first line of defense for the prevention of spread of disease.
Besides hand washing, what other hygiene practices can a massage therapist implement to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for clients throughout the workday?
good personal hygiene practices as-well as employing universal precaution protocols as stated by the CDC.
How does a massage therapist’s personal hygiene directly contribute to a client’s feeling of comfort during a session? Can you explain the psychological impact of good hygiene in this context?
First impressions will determine a clients trust in their therapist. An LMT must maintain a clean professional image. since massage therapy is unique in its practice of touch , a client will feel more comfortable if they believe they are being touched by clean hands , and seeing a well put together clean individual.
Hand washing is mentioned as a key hygiene practice, but what specific pathogens are massage therapists trying to prevent by washing their hands thoroughly before and after each session? How is the transmission of these pathogens possible during a massage?
pathogens such as variants of prions, bacteria and viruses that may be transmittable by bodily fluids and skin to skin contact. they may be transmitted by residual bodily fluids such as blood, breast milk, semen, or saliva left on the table or on the therapist’s hands.
personal behaviors that prevent contamination and spread of pathogenic components
hygiene
to destroy all microorganisms on a surface
sanitation
refers to items that are relatively costly and that last for several years
equipment
is one that can be carried from place to place or set up and taken down easily by a massage therapist
portable massage table
a piece of equipment made for performing massage in a seated position, includes support for the legs, arms, and face
massage chair
are long narrow pillows or cushions used to support or prop clients into position for massage
bolsters
towels, sheets, and blankets are massage fabrics/ linen equipment that maintain the modesty of the client, create heat and support for the tissue and joints
linen
is a liniment, oil, lotion, cream, or combination of these used in massage
topical substance
standards of hygiene set by the CDC to prevent the transmission of serious communicable disease
universal precautions (standard precautions/ sanitary precautions)
is a drug resistant bacterial infection typically found on the skin, but that can occur elsewhere in the body
MRSA (methicillin-ressitant staphylococcus aureus )
74 inches in height, 32 inches in length
massage table size
what are common equipment where massage is performed
mats, massage tables, massage chairs, hospital beds, standard beds, standard desks and chairs
what are the uses for towels in massage
can be used to drape, support, joints, and as barriers when applying thermotherapies and cryotherapies
are typically counter-irritants, that produce slight skin irritation to relieve symptoms of inflammation. They contain ingredients such as camphor, menthol, and turpentine. Herbal preparations might contain rosemary, wild marjoram, or cayenne pepper. usually rubbed onto the skin after massage of an area
liniments
stay on top of the skin longer, serves as a lubricant to minimize uncomfortable skin friction during sliding and kneading techniques, certain ones add moisture and nutrients to the skin. and generally considered healthier for both the giver and the receiver of massage.
oil
oil-like substance was originally used by native Americans for the protection nutrient and moisturizing effects on hair and skin, it is hypoallergenic and is preferred for massage therapist either by itself or in combination with lotions or oils,
jojoba
semi-liquid substance that contain agents for moisturizing the skin for therapeutic purposes reducing itching and local pain. readily absorbed into the skin , are good when lubrication is desired for warm up phase, but massage techniques and treatment requires more friction later in the session
lotions
these should be wiped between with antiseptics between clients
bottles, jars
the most effective method for preventing the transfer of pathogens during massage
hygienic Hand washing
is using objective and subjective information gathered during goal-oriented planning; for primary health care providers It includes a diagnoses of the problem; from a wellness prospective it may include long and short term goals for the client; Because massage therapist for not diagnose, in massage it is more about measuring function or loss of function, or evaluating the condition of the tissue
assessment
is the cognitive process used to plan treatment for a health problem or medical condition; involves problem definition, information collection , data analysis, therapeutic application and implementation , and outcomes evaluation
clinical reasoning
a form of documentation that record the session-by-session history of a clients visits. (SOAP/SOTAP)
continuing session notes
are a form of documentation containing a final summary of client’s progress, and any comments about the course of treatment
discharge notes
Is the process of writing session records for future reference; also called note-taking or charting; may refer to the documents themselves; kept on paper or electronic form.
documentation
planning session based on a client first focus, based on their needs and wants. client goals provide the focal point of organizing massage sessions and choosing appropriate techniques
goal-oriented planning
specify how medical records must be secured, who may have access to medical records, and under what conditions records may be shared with others; an acronym for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996
HIPAA Privacy rules
are comprehensive records that include the clients stated reason for massage or specific complaint, related subjective and objective information, agreed- upon long-term goals, and a general plan is the process of gathering relevant information from a new client
Intake notes
a form of goal-oriented planning to accomplish a clients specific health objectives over a series of massage sessions; long-term refers to more than one massage session, or the interval between an initial session and a progress session to check the extent to which goals have been reached
Long-term planning
are for special sessions that reevaluate a client’s progress related to his or her long-term goals; contain more assessment information than regular session notes and may identify new goals and plans
progress notes
Subjective( the clients describes symptoms, pain, and limitations), objective ( observations made by the practitioner, signs ) assessment( is evaluating objective and subjective data before , during and after the session to track effectiveness of treatment) , plan( a strategy for continued treatment )
SOAP notes
a form for goal-oriented planning for the management of a clients symptoms, or facilitation of healing of a pathological condition; used for medical, clinical, and orthopedic massage applications; (sometimes called a Plan of Care )
Treatment planning
a shared language of health professionals, knowledge of common terms is useful when taking health histories, enables clear communication, precise descriptions, determining contraindications and cautions, planning treatment, common understanding, and writing session notes
medical terminology
is the logical process of thinking through the massage . It includes collecting relevant information, assessing the situation and setting goals, choosing massage applications, performing the massage, and evaluating results
session planning
what is the six step process for goal-oriented planning?
- Gather information from the client. 2. Collect information trough observation and measurement. 3. Assess the situation and set goals. 4. Develop a plan to reach goals. 5. Implement your plan. 6. Evaluate the results.
the purpose is to learn about the client’s health and medical history, as well as to identify potential contraindications, and cautions for massage
Health Risk Appraisal / Health history
after the client fills out the intake and health history, the massage therapist conducts a short interview . The purpose of the interview is to clarify items on the forms and fill in any gaps of information
Intake interview
usually filled out by the client with direct help from the massage therapist. they contain general information about he client (name, address, phone, occupation); identification of primary health care provider, and insurance company, if relevant; and the reason for the initial visit. also explain the nature and scope of the massage practice, fees , policies, privacy statement explaining confidentiality policies, and consent for care.
Intake form
