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Draping Techniques
2. When draping the client, all of the body should be covered except the portion being massaged. For example, if the arm is being massaged, only the arm should be exposed. This is for client comfort and privacy. The massage therapist should be able to have unencumbered access to the body part being massaged without exposing too much of the client’s body. Special care should be taken around private areas such as the breasts, groin or buttocks to ensure the client remains relaxed, safe and secure during a massage.
Draping Around the Groin
3. When draping around the groin, special care must be taken to ensure the client’s privacy and that his comfort is not compromised. The diaper drape is a way to drape around the groin to ensure privacy is protected while giving the therapist full access.
First, roll the sheet back exposing one leg. Raise the leg slightly, just enough to pass the rolled sheet under. Pull the sheet upward so that it forms a firm border between the exposed leg and the covered groin or buttocks. When both legs are draped in this manner, the drape should look as though the client is wearing a large diaper, with the sheet passing between the exposed legs while maintaining cover on the groin area.
Draping The Breasts
4. Draping the breasts can be easily accomplished using a pillowcase or hand towel. With the sheet covering the breasts, lay the pillowcase or towel across the breasts. With one hand holding the towel in place, or with the help of the client, slide the sheet out from under the towel. Massage as normal, ensuring the breasts remain covered. When you are done, cover the towel with the sheet and pull the towel out.
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In every state that regulates massage, the regulations are strict about covering the genitalia of the client. For therapists, this skill is called draping. Several techniques can be used to ensure your client is draped properly while still allowing you free access to all the body parts to be massaged.
Sheets
1. In many videos and books, towels are used instead of sheets as a means of covering the private areas of a client. This is not realistic for most all massage therapists and massage settings outside of posh or exotic massage or spa settings.
The majority of massage therapists use a set of twin sheets, one fitted and one flat, to cover the table and the client. The material each therapist selects for the sheets varies, but keep she keeps the comfort, number of natural fibers and warmth in mind. Prepare your table similar to a bed, where the client rests between the fitted and flat sheet. The client should begin the session with only the head exposed.
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Techniques 5 and 6: Circular frictions and Trigger points
* With either a single thumb, a reinforced thumb as shown (or fingers as shown in video clip), apply pressure in a circular pattern to any tight spots, lumps or bumps (image 6).
* Apply 10 to 20 circular frictions at a time and alternate with stripping and petrissage techniques.
* Frictions can be applied to a specific point in the muscle, or applied over a small area of muscle moving gradually.
* Again, pressure should be firm but not so deep as to cause the muscle to tighten up with pain.
* If the therapist finds any lumps and bumps or particularly sensitive spots then apply deep, sustained pressure to these points using the thumbs. A trigger point is a localised, highly sensitive point in the muscle.
* Increase the pressure on the trigger point until it ranks 7/10 on the pain scale (10 being painful). Hold this pressure until it eases off to 4/10 on the pain scale (usually about 5 seconds).
* Without easing off with the pressure, increase again until it reaches 7/10 on the pain scale once more. Hold until it eases, repeat once more.
* This technique is very hard on the thumbs. It is important to keep the thumb slightly bent (flexed) when applying pressure to avoid damaging the joints.
Finishing off
The therapist can finish off with more petrissage techniques and then finally effleurage again. The whole process should not last more than half an hour.
Massage therapy can be applied every day if it is performed lightly however deeper techniques may result in a days recovery period to allow tissues to ‘recover’.
For rehabilitation of muscle strains, sports massage is very important in softening / preventing scar tissue forming at the site of injury and re-aligning the new healing fibres in the direction of the muscle fibres. This will help prevent re-injury.
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Technique 2: Petrissage
Aim – kneading movements to manipulate and loosen the muscle fibres more.
* With the hands apply a firm, kneading technique. Try to pull half the muscle towards you with the fingers of one hand whilst pushing half the muscle away with the thumb of the other hand (image 3).
* Then reverse to manipulate the muscle in the other direction.
* Work your way up and down the muscle, trying to cover as much of the surface as possible.
* Apply this technique for around 5 minutes, alternating with light stroking (above) occasionally.
Technique 3: Stripping the muscle
Aim – to apply sustained pressure to the muscle, ironing out any lumps, bumps and knots.
* With both thumbs together, apply deep pressure up the middle of the calf muscle aiming to separate the heads (sides) of the big gastrocnemius muscle (image 4).
* This technique should be slow and deliberate to ‘feel’ the muscle underneath.
* Repeat this 3 to 5 times in a row, alternating with petrissage for 3 to 5 minutes.
* Another similar technique is applied with a single thumb, which can be reinforced with a couple of fingers from the other hand if more pressure is required (image 5).
* A great deal of pressure can be applied with this technique. Massage should be deep but not so deep that the athlete tightens up with pain.
* Aim to cover all the muscles in the lower leg, feeling for all the lumps and bumps.
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The following sports massage guide is intended for information purposes only. We recommend seeking professional advice before attempting any self help treatment.
IMPORTANT: Before starting any massage treatment the therapist will check for contraindications (if any apply to you, then massage is not allowed) Click for details.
When a muscle cramps up it goes into a big spasm. Blood cannot flow through the muscle so it is deprived of its nutrients. Massage is important for releasing tension in the muscle and stimulating blood flow, particularly through the damaged and tight areas of muscle.
Technique 1: Effleurage
Aim – light stroking to warm up the area in preparation for deeper techniques.
* With the hands stroke lightly but firmly upwards from just above the heel to the back of the knee (image 1).
* Always stroke upwards towards the heart as this is the direction of blood flow. The other way can damage veins.
* Then lightly bring the hands down the outside of the leg keeping them in contact but do not apply pressure (image 2).
* Repeat the whole movement using slow stroking techniques, trying to cover as much of the leg as possible.
* Repeat this technique for about 5 to 10 minutes, gradually applying deeper pressure on the up strokes
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Massages are recommended for everyone, irrespective of gender. Breast massages are particularly beneficial for women as they not only tone the breasts creating a healthy appearance, but they also help regulate hormonal balance in women. All kinds of massages do have specific benefits. One of the most popular and beneficial massaging forms for the entire body is the Thai full body massage. This massage is carried out on the floor and is conducted over a span of three hours. Thai massage works on the vital energy lines present throughout the human body.
The advantages of Thai full body massage includes opening the blockades in the body, stimulation of body tissues and blood vessels, enhanced blood circulation, relief from pain and muscle tension, and retention of balance of nervous system. Thai full body massage is supposed to rejuvenate the body as well as the mind. As a Thai massage soothes the nerves, it has a positive effect on mind.
Full body massages extend a number of benefits to body and mind, and as such, a regular regimen of massages is recommended.
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A massage is a technique to sooth the soft tissues of the body which serve functional and psychological benefits. A massage involves manipulating the body with pressure, tension, vibrations, and motion. The target tissues for a massage include muscles, skin, tendons and ligaments, joints, connective tissues, and also lymphatic vessels.
Massage is best if conducted on the full body for best effects and results. The full body massage techniques include fan stroking, circular stroking, thumb stroking, back kneading circular pressure, static pressure, cat stroking, and knuckling.
The advantages of a full body massage are as follows:
* The temporary effects of full body massage include regulation of blood pressure and pulse rate.
* A massage is supposed to reduce anxiety and stress, thereby providing psychological benefits.
* Pain caused by musculoskeletal injuries can be treated by body massage.
* A body massage can be highly instrumental in enhancing the attention and concentration levels of EEG affected patients.
* A full body massage stimulates the immune system thereby protecting the body from various infections and diseases.
* It can also relieve the symptoms of HIV and Aids to some extent.
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* Stretching – Stretching is the first method you should do before performing any kind of techniques. Stretching will help loosen the muscles of the affected part and the recovery will be much faster. Swing your neck from side to side and front to back very gently for at least two to three minutes. This will help in expanding the neck muscles.
* Clockwise and Anti-clockwise motion – Rotate your head in a clockwise motion for five minutes at a slow speed and then switch to anti-clockwise motion. Change the position every five minutes and do this method at least three times in a day for 5 to 10 minutes.
* Pressure Points – Apply pressure on the sides and the back of the neck using your fingers and thumbs.
* Pressure on the upper portion of the spine – Run your fingers or thumb up and down the upper portion of the spine. This technique helps release stress and provides complete comfort.
* Kneading – Knead the neck and back muscles using very gently. Work your way from the neck to the back of head, shoulders and upper and lower back.
Benefits of neck massage are many as a neck massage is very effective and can be conducted on a daily basis in order to completely relax after a tiring activity. Massage with two to three drops of herbal oils as it provides nutrition. In order to get a professional massage, visit a day spa or a massage parlor. Neck massage techniques can be applied by people of all age groups.
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Some of the causes of neck pain are listed below:
1. Arthritis, osteoporosis and other chronic diseases are considered to be one of the prime reasons of neck pain. It is very important to start its treatment at its earliest in order to avoid future problems.
2. Sitting or standing for many hours of the day.
3. Very less movement of the neck throughout the day.
4. Working on a computer for many hours at a stretch.
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Shiatsu is known for curing medical disorders and preventing those health disorders from progression any further. Shiatsu massage can help restore back full function of parts of the body that were affected by a health issue. Shiatsu massage provides a long list of additional benefits such as:
* Provides complete relaxation
* Gets rid of toxins and wastes from the body
* Prevent diseases
* Blood circulation improves
* Reduces overall stress and anxiety
* Balance the ki (chi) in the body
* Increases energy, mental and spiritual well-being
* Increase mobility and flexibility in the body
* Balancing menstrual cycles
* Relaxes the musculoskeletal body structure
* Increase sexual exuberance
* Clears the mind of cloudiness
With all of these benefits Shiatsu massage continues to help with relieving a long range of health illnesses that helps with restoring the mobility for the entire body. If there is pain in the body it means that there is discomfort and an imbalance present. The technique of Shiatsu focuses on the pressure that is applied to the body in a slow process, and if the individual is experiencing pain in the session, the licensed massage therapist will lessen in the applied pressure.
It is important to talk with a physician before attempting any of these treatments as this will help to best determine the type of techniques to try on your body.
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