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Unit 214 Provide Basic Massage Flashcards

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Effleurage

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Stroking movements, introduce touch & link movements, relaxing.

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Petrissage

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Kneading movements - include kneading, wringing, picking up & thumb / finger kneading - release muscle tension - can be relaxing or stimulating.

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Tapotement

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Percussion movements - include hacking, cupping, pounding & beating - very stimulating, improve muscle tone.

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Vibrations

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Movements applied with finger tips / linked cupped hands using small muscle contractions to give feeling of vibration - soothing / stimulating to nerve endings

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Pressure point

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Static movement - applied with thumbs / finger tips - releases muscle tension

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Frictions

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Rapid movements applied with thumbs / finger tips - very stimulating - releases muscle tension.

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Massage media - Powder

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Oily skin, G5, Gives deeper massage as less glide

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Massage media - Oil

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Can be vegetable (better absorbed) or mineral
Gives long-lasting slip & glide
Can be selected depending on need & skin type (e.g: sweet almond - dry, grapeseed = nut allergy)

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Massage media - Cream

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Less oily feeling than oil, gives good slip & glide, good for dry skin.

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Body type - Ectomorph

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Long & lean, little if any body fat, does not build muscle easily

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Body type - Mesomorph

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Medium & muscular - hourglass (female) / inverted triangle (male).

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Body Type - Endomorph

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Little & round - small features (hands & feet), gains weight easily.

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Posture Fault - Kyphosis

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Exaggerated curve - upper spine (thoracic), tight pectorals / weak upper back muscles, rounded shoulders

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Posture fault - Scoliosis

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Lateral curve of spine (upper / lower - C curve / S curve involving full spine)

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Posture Fault - Lordosis

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Exaggerated curve of lower (lumbar) spine - abdomen & bottom protrude - anterior pelvic tilt, tight lower back muscles & weak abdominal muscles.

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Posture fault - Pelvic tilt

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Forward (anterior) tilt = lordosis, Backward (posterior) tilt = flat back

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Posture fault - Knock knees

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Knees roll in towards each other - can be caused by flat feet.

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Posture fault - Dowagers hump

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Advanced kyphosis, generally affects older people, build up of hard fat pad at bottom of cervical vertebrae.

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Posture fault - winged scapula

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Shoulder blade appears to obviously stick out

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Posture fault - pigeon chest

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Chest appears to obviously stick out, sternum (breast bone) protrudes

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Benefits of massage - Psychological (mind / feelings)

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Mental relaxation
Stress relief
Improved sleep pattern
Improved mood
Sense of wellbeing

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Physical effects / effects on systems - skin / integumentary

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Improves skin condition - aids desquamation / stimulates sebaceous & sweat glands, increased blood flow increases mitosis

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Physical effects / effects on systems - lymphatic

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Increases rate of lymph flow
Increases rate of removal of cellular waste
Reduces fluid retention - moves excess fluid towards lymph nodes

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Physical effects / effects on systems - Muscular

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Improves muscle condition - increased blood flow brings more oxygen & nutrients to cells / increased lymph flow removes more cell waste
Increases elasticity
Relives muscle pain
Improves mobility

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Physical effects / effects on systems - Skeletal

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Improves joint mobility

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Physical effects / effects on systems - Respiratory

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Dislodges mucus
Increased blood flow to lungs improves gaseous exchange

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Physical effects / effects on systems - Digestive

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Stimulates peristalsis in colon & digestive enzymes, improves digestion, helps constipation

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Physical effects / effects on systems - circulatory

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Increases blood flow - vasodilation (opening) of blood vessels
Increases rate of venous return
Increases body temperature

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Physical effects / effects on systems - urinary

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Aids removal of waste products from the blood
Stimulates urine production

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Physical effects / effects on systems - nervous

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Stimulates / soothes nerve endings depending on application, releases endorphins which reduce pain

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Contra action

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Reaction occurring during or after treatment - may ne normal (healing reaction, erythema) or abnormal (allergic reaction, bruising)

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Healing reaction

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Normal treatment reaction whilst body rebalances after treatment (up to 48 hrs) - may include headache, nausea, tiredness, increased urination, increased volume & frequency of stool)

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Aftercare advice & post treatment restrictions

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Given to prevent / minimise contra-actions & increase treatment benefits

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Aftercare advice

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Drink plenty of water, rest & relax, advice specific to client concerns (e.g - stress management, sleep improvement, diet / lifestyle advice)

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Post-treatment restrictions

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All for 24hrs post treatment - AVOID - further treatments, heat treatments, large meals, strenuous exercise, alcohol, nicotine (vape / cigarettes), caffeine, non-prescription drugs

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Contra-indication

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A condition present which may mean the treatment cannot proceed (PREVENT) or may need to be adapted (RESTRICT)

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Beauty therapists must never diagnose a contra-indication

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They’re not medically trained
They may be wrong
They may unduly worry the client

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Reasons for Consultation

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To ensure client is safe to treat (contra-indications)
To identify client requirements / objectives (reasons for treatment / concerns)
To ensure the client understands and consents to the treatment

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Contra-Indication - Skin diseases (bacterial / viral / fungal / infestations)

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Prevent / contagious / medical referral for treatment

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Contra-indication - SEVERE skin disorders (eczema / psoriasis etc)

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Prevent - risk of pain & secondary infection

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Contra-indication - Thrombosis / Phlebitis / Embolism

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Prevent - blood clotting / circulatory system disorders - may cause client significant harm

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Contra-indication - Chemotherapy / Radiotherapy / Cancer diagnosis

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Prevent - may affect how the treatment works / make client feel very unwell

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Contra-indication - Nervous & Muscular System Disorders (e.g. Parkinsons, Motor Neurone Disease, Multiple Sclerosis)

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Prevent - May make client feel unwell, client may not communicate harmful skin sensations correctly (GP referral to establish suitability for treatment)

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Contra-Indication - Pregnancy

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Prevent (less than 14 weeks)
Restrict (14 weeks + / low risk - check insurance)

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Contra-Indication - Diabetes (endocrine disorder affecting ability to regulate blood sugar)

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Restrict / GP consent - poor skin sensation / easy bruising / poor skin healing

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Contra-indication - Epilepsy (neurological disorder - can cause fits)

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Restrict / GP consent - client may fit if not well controlled by medication

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Contra-Indication - History of heart attack / disease / angina (chest pain)

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Restrict - GP consent to establish safety to treat

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Contra-Indication - High Blood Pressure

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Restrict - GP consent if not well controlled by medication

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Contra-Indication - Bruising

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Restrict - may be painful / make worse - avoid

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Contra-indication - Varicose veins

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Restrict - may be painful - cause harm - treat above only

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Contra-Indication - Recent Scar Tissue

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Restrict - may be painful - re-open wound - Avoid

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Contra-Indication = Mild skin disorders (Eczema / Psoriasis etc)

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Restrict - Risk of pain / secondary infection - Avoid

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Contra-Indication - Cuts & abrasions

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Restrict - Risk of pain / secondary infection - Avoid

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Contra-Indications - Broken bones / fractures / sprains

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Restrict - Risk of pain- Avoid

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Contra-Indication - Sunburn

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Restrict - Risk of pain / secondary infection - Avoid

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Contra-Indication - Undiagnosed lumps /swellings

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Restrict - Risk of pain - Avoid
Encourage client to see a medical professional for diagnosis

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Treatment adaptation - Obese Client

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Deeper movements are necessary.
Deep petrissage techniques and, when performing a body massage,
hacking, cupping, beating and pounding should be used on areas of
excess adipose tissue

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Treatment adaptation - Muscular Client

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Use deep, firm effleurage.
Use slow, deep kneading over tense areas to relax muscles.
Avoid deep petrissage movements on short contracted muscles - may be painful. Use stretching instead.

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Treatment Adaptation - Elderly / frail client

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Avoid tapotement over bony areas.
Use gentle pressure throughout
Apply extra frictions around joint areas & passive movements to
increase joint mobility.

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Commercial treatment time - Back massage

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20-25 minutes

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Commercial Treatment time - full body massage

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60 minutes

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Commercial treatment time - Full body with face & scalp

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75 minutes

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Environmental conditions for massage

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Warm (21 degrees)
Relaxing / neutral decor
Quiet / relaxing music
Free from unpleasant smells / use an oil diffuser
Private

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Importance of maintaining client privacy

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Client comfort / well being / to allow them to relax & enjoy the treatment
To avoid embarrassment

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Importance of correct client & therapist positioning (couch height, removal of hazards etc)

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To prevent injury & fatigue (Therapist)
To ensure the therapist can access the area to give an effective treatment
Client comfort & safety

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