Chapter 5 Therapeutic massage and bodywork applications. This chapter presents the following content: Areas of competence, effects of massage, methods and techniques of massage, massage techniques and strokes, standard precautions and procedures.
Massage Therapy Review: Passing the NCETMB, NCETM, and MBLEx Chapter Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Applications McGraw-Hill © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-2 Pre-class Assignment • Review Chapter of your Massage Therapy Review book McGraw-Hill © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-3 Effects of Massage • Physiological Effects • Emotional Effects • Psychological Effects McGraw-Hill © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-4 Basic Supine Drapes McGraw-Hill © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-5 Basic Prone Drapes McGraw-Hill © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-6 Signs and Symptoms of Stress • Physical – – – – – – – – – McGraw-Hill Headaches Rapid Breathing Sweaty Palms Dry Mouth Palpitations Lightheadedness Stomachaches Difficulty Concentrating Sleep Problems • Emotional – – – – – – Insomnia Depression Anxiety Nightmares Crying Spells Feelings of Helplessness – Lack of Energy © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-7 Signs and Symptoms of Stress, Cont’d • Behavioral – – – – – – – McGraw-Hill Alcohol or Drug Use Reduced Sex Drive Irritability and Impatience Anger and Aggression Social Isolation Changes in Appetite Loss of Interest and Boredom © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-8 Stress Management Techniques • • • • • • • • Breathing Techniques Biofeedback Visualization Exercise Meditation Massage Acupressure Aromatherapy McGraw-Hill © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-9 Stress Management Techniques, Cont’d • • • • • Cranio-sacral Therapy Hydrotherapy Hot Stone Therapy Integrative Manual Therapy Manual Lymph Drainage McGraw-Hill © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-10 Stress Management Techniques, Cont’d • • • • • Muscle Energy • Techniques • Myofascial Release • Neuromuscular Therapy • On-Site Chair Massage • McGraw-Hill Perinatal Massage Reflexology Shiatsu Therapy Sports Massage Swedish Massage Thai Massage © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-11 Aromatherapy • Calming Aromas – Chamomile – Clary Sage – Lavender – Sandalwood – Tangerine – Ylang-Ylang McGraw-Hill • Energizing Aromas – Eucalyptus – Juniper – Lemon – Peppermint © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-12 Hydrotherapy – Heat • General Uses – – – McGraw-Hill Promotes Circulation Relieve Cramps/Spasms Relieves Stress • Local Effects – Vasodilation/Redness – Increase Leukocyte Migration through Cell Walls – Muscle Relaxation – Increase Cell Metabolism – Local Analgesia © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-13 Hydrotherapy – Heat, Cont’d • Systemic Effects – Increase Heart Rate – Increase Nervous System Stimulation, then Sedation – Increase Digestive Process – Decrease Cellular Metabolism Internally McGraw-Hill • Contraindications – Inflammation – Circulatory/Heart Conditions – Pregnancy – Geriatric Client – Infant – Cancer – Impaired Nerve Sensitivity © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-14 Hydrotherapy – Cold • General Uses – Reduce Inflammation and Secondary Injury – Relieve Muscle Spasms – Promote Healing McGraw-Hill • Local Effects – – – Initial Vasoconstriction Decrease in Circulation Decrease in Leukocyte Migration through Cell Walls – Decrease Cell Metabolism – Muscle Contraction – Numbing Analgesic Effect © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-15 Hydrotherapy – Cold, Cont’d • Systemic Effects – Increase Nervous System Stimulation, then Sedation – Initial Increase in Heart Rate, then Decrease – Increase in Cellular Metabolism McGraw-Hill • Contraindications – Circulatory/Heart Conditions – Pregnancy – Geriatric Client – Infant – Cancer – Impaired Nerve Sensitivity © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-16 Massage Strokes and Techniques • Holding – Allows for quiet focus for both client and therapist – Allows client to adjust to being touched and begin relaxation process – Generally used as initial or resting position McGraw-Hill • Compression – Pressure into the body to help spread tissue against underlying structures © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-17 Massage Techniques and Strokes, Cont’d • Effleurage – Helps to warm up the muscles – Helps to spread the lubricant – Allows client to adjust to your touch – Also known as “gliding” McGraw-Hill © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-18 Massage Techniques and Strokes, Cont’d • Petrissage – Helps to work deeper tissues – Because of the above, it is used after effleurage – Also known as “kneading” McGraw-Hill © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-19 Massage Techniques and Strokes, Cont’d • Vibration – – – – Enhances relaxation Increases circulation Relieves pain Relieves upper respiratory tract congestion – Reduces trigger and tender point activity McGraw-Hill © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5-20 Massage Techniques and Strokes, Cont’d • Friction – Breaks down adhesions – Generally performed after petrissage so muscles are appropriately warmed up McGraw-Hill © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved .. .5- 2 Pre-class Assignment • Review Chapter of your Massage Therapy Review book McGraw-Hill © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5- 3 Effects of Massage • Physiological... Release • Neuromuscular Therapy • On-Site Chair Massage • McGraw-Hill Perinatal Massage Reflexology Shiatsu Therapy Sports Massage Swedish Massage Thai Massage © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies,... Meditation Massage Acupressure Aromatherapy McGraw-Hill © 2011 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc All rights reserved 5- 9 Stress Management Techniques, Cont’d • • • • • Cranio-sacral Therapy Hydrotherapy