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Movements that are described or demonstrated by the therapist while the client actively performs the movements
Active movements
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The repetition or regularity of massage movements
Rhythm
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The uninterrupted flow of massage strokes; unbroken transition from one stroke to the next
Continuity
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Gliding movements that are repeated and follow the contour of the client’s body
Effleurage
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Considered a light effleurage, the massage stroke that consists of feather-light tracing over the skin
Nerve Stroke
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Massage stroke that consists of rhythmic lifting, squeezing, and releasing of the tissue.
Petrissage
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Massage stroke performed by rubbing one surface over the other.
Friction
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A precise and penetrating for of friction, popularized by Dr. James Cyriax of London, in which the direction of movement is across and perpendicular to the tissue fibers.
Cross-fiber friction
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Repetitive staccato striking movements of the therapist’s hands on the client’s skin.
Tapotement
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Rapid shaking, quivering, trembling, or rocking massage movements applied with the fingertips a full hand, or part of an appliance.
Vibration
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Part of the Swedish system that consists of active and passive stretches and joint mobilization to reduce pain, restore mobility, and maintain health.
Swedish Gymnastics
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Movements applied by therapist while client remains relaxed (or passive.)
Passive movements
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Moving a joint through its normal range of motion.
Joint mobilization
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Drawing out a single muscle (and its synergist) to its fullest length.
Stretching
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