Classification of Massage Movements CLASSIFICATION OF MASSAGE MOVEMENTS EFFLEURAGE Derived from the French word ‘effleure’, meaning ‘to skim over’. Effleurage can be deep or superficial, depending on variation of pressure. A stroking movement performed with… 

Summary of Effect of Massage Movements SUMMARY OF EFFECTS OF MASSAGE MOVEMENTS EFFLEURAGE – soothing movement • Increases arterial, venous and lymphatic flow Arterial – bringing oxygen, nutrients (for cell regeneration) Venous – removing carbon…