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 the whole palmar surface of the hands with fingers together, contouring the … [Read more...] about Classification of Massage Movements
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 dioxide and waste material Lymphatic – removing and filtering waste and excess tissue … [Read more...] about Summary of Effect of Massage Movements