Tools Of The Trade/Self Care Flashcards
1
Q
Lubricant Types
A
- Oils
- Butters
- Creams
- Lotions
- Balms
2
Q
Bolster
A
- Cushion used to support the clients ankles, knees, and head
3
Q
How to handle excess body hair
A
Shorter movements with the direction of the hair
4
Q
Benefits of Stomach Massage
A
- increases blood flow to organs
- releases digestive blockages
- improves breathing
5
Q
Negatives of Mineral Oil
A
Clogs pores, non-absorbent
6
Q
Contraindications for Abdominal Massage
A
- Sensitive scar tissue
- abdominal pain
- recent surgery
- pregnant
- chromes disease
7
Q
Hours after eating for abdominal massage
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- Heavy Meals: 2 hrs
- Vegetables: 30 min
- Fruit: 10 min
- Dairy: 1 hr
8
Q
Benefits of using Castor Oil
A
- detox liver
- aid in digestion
- reduce menstrual cramping
9
Q
Stress
A
A response of your body to any demand placed on it
10
Q
Why is massage strenuous?
A
- use of strength and torque
11
Q
Why is an MT’s health important?
A
Take care of yourself before able to take care of others
12
Q
Fats
A
- protect and insulate
13
Q
Protien
A
- aids growth
14
Q
Micronutrients
A
- small quantities
15
Q
Fiber
A
- cell walls of plants
