Massage Theory

1. Percussive style movements in massage are also known as Vibrations

True

False

They are known as Tapotement, which are done in a light and brisk fashion using a part or all of hand, depending on the type of movement.

Explanation

They are known as Tapotement, which are done in a light and brisk fashion using a part or all of hand, depending on the type of movement.

2. When performing wringing, the therapist's body posture should be walk-standing

True

False

Walk-standing is required when some form of rocking of body weight is required between the two legs. In the case of wringing, the legs are firmly in one position in a slightly squatted position. This position is called Stride-standing.

Explanation

Walk-standing is required when some form of rocking of body weight is required between the two legs. In the case of wringing, the legs are firmly in one position in a slightly squatted position. This position is called Stride-standing.

3. Effleurage is defined as stroking movement in direction of venous return. How many types of strokes does effleurage have?

3

2

1

4

There are two types - Superficial and Deep. Superficial is performed using very light pressure, with hand flexible and full hand contact. Deep refers to depth of pressure on tissue, done again with full hand contact, but with more depth of pressure applied. Return stroke after a deep stroke should be superficial to avoid reversing effects of deep stroke!

Explanation

There are two types - Superficial and Deep. Superficial is performed using very light pressure, with hand flexible and full hand contact. Deep refers to depth of pressure on tissue, done again with full hand contact, but with more depth of pressure applied. Return stroke after a deep stroke should be superficial to avoid reversing effects of deep stroke!

4. Vibrations are rapid muscular contractions of therapist's arms being transmitted through fingers, producing highly stimulating, shaking type movement. They are usually applied on areas overlying muscular motor points. The benefits of vibrations are...

Increase in blood circulation

Stimulate localised nerve endings

Loosen tissue from bone

Improves absorption of substances

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5. Petrissage is defined as pressure and/or relaxation of pressure, consisting of repeatedly grasping/releasing tissue in a lifting, rolling or pressing fashion. Which of the following types movements are considered as Petrissage?

Pounding

Palmar kneading

Wringing

Hacking

Thumb kneading

Cupping

Picking up

Palmar lifting

Skin rolling

Vibrations

In Petrissage, care must be taken not to pinch skin, which is prevented by gently relaxing the pressure as the bulk of tissue diminishes.

Explanation

In Petrissage, care must be taken not to pinch skin, which is prevented by gently relaxing the pressure as the bulk of tissue diminishes.

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6. Match the following Tapotement movements with their descriptions

Tapping

Hacking

Cupping

Pounding

Beating

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7. The beneficial effects of Tapotement are...

Very stimulating, causes erythema

Loosens adherent tissue

Produces localised heat

Increases cellular activity

Aids venous return

Moves tissue over bone

Stimulates muscle fibres

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8. Which of the following are the benefits of Effleurage?

Loosens adherent tissues

Aids lymphatic circulation

Speeds up absorption of waste materials

Promotes relaxation by reflex effect on tissues

Moves tissues over bone

Produces localized heat

Enables client to become accumstomed to therapist's hands

Increases cellular activity

Aids venous circulation and return

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9. Frictions are performed with either palms, fingers or thumbs., with which superficial tissue is moved over the underlying structures. Hands are kept in firm contact whilst performing small circular movements in a restricted area. Movement applied in direction which produces tension on tissues so as to loosen it. Pressure should not be too firm. The benefits of frictions are:

Increase blood circulation

Loosen adherent tissue

Greatly increase localised circulation

Speed cellular activity

Stimulate local nerve endings

Aids venous/lymph return

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10. Which of the listed entries are contra-indications to massage?

Skin diseases

Sore body muscles

Heart disorders

Infectious skin disorders

Unidentified swellings or lumps

Headaches/migranes

Raised blood pressure, fever, pyrexia

Oedema

Burns/sunburn

Vascular conditions such as history of thrombosis, severe varicose veins

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11. The benefits of Petrissage are...

Very stimulating, causes erythema

Stimulates local nerve endings

Aids venous circulation

Enables client to become accustomed to therapist's hands

Moves the tissue over bone

Loosens adherent tissue

Increases lymphatic flow

Improves absorption of substances within tissues

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12. Some of the more obvious benefits of massage are:- Improving of blood circulation, hasten interchange of oxygen, nutrients, etc..- Relieve muscular tension- Increase lymphatic circulation- Is deeply relaxing, gives sense of well-being- Improve skin tone and elasticityWhich other beneficial effects of massage are listed below?

Causes hyperaemia, temporarily increase heat in area of treatment

Causes slight desquamationm, improving skin's texture

Improves blood pressure conditions

Stimulates and soothes nerve endings

Softens fatty tissue deposits

Reduces the effects of non-contagious skin conditions

Reduces and helps prevent stress-related disorders

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Massage Theory

1. Percussive style movements in massage are also known as Vibrations

2.

What first name or nickname would you like us to use?

2. When performing wringing, the therapist's body posture should be walk-standing

3. Effleurage is defined as stroking movement in direction of venous return. How many types of strokes does effleurage have?

4. Vibrations are rapid muscular contractions of therapist's arms being transmitted through fingers, producing highly stimulating, shaking type movement. They are usually applied on areas overlying muscular motor points. The benefits of vibrations are...

5. Petrissage is defined as pressure and/or relaxation of pressure, consisting of repeatedly grasping/releasing tissue in a lifting, rolling or pressing fashion. Which of the following types movements are considered as Petrissage?

6. Match the following Tapotement movements with their descriptions

7. The beneficial effects of Tapotement are...

8. Which of the following are the benefits of Effleurage?

10. Which of the listed entries are contra-indications to massage?

11. The benefits of Petrissage are...