Massage considerations and contraindications Flashcards
If we do not see improvements after how many times of massages for the massage issues, we need the interventions of veterinarian, chiropractor, acupuncturist, dentist, etc.?
3-5 times of massages
What problems will not show up on an x-ray?
Muscle problems (soft tissues)
When does muscle soreness occur and why? Give examples.
Injury, trauma, overstretch, overwork, stress, structurally imbalanced etc. as if one set of muscles is tight, other muscles will be overused to compensate for it.
What is phantom limb concept 幻肢?
Phantom limb concept is pain or sensation from an area that is no longer connected to the body, e.g. docked ears or tails, removed dewclaws.
How does massage help phantom limb concept 幻肢?
It is important to a dog’s self-concept that the
missing body part be treated as though it is still there. Energetically and neurologically, the body sees the missing part as still attached. Massage soothes nerve endings in this area, helping them to relax and stop sending pain signals to your brain.
What is a guiding principle of massage?
Look beyond the obvious and determine what the body is telling you.
What are the 5 ways that trauma can occur?
- poor use of leash/collar/harness
- overexertion
- blow/slam
- fall
- insufficient recovery time
What are the ideal general healing times for the following injuries optimistically?
- Bone
- Tendon
- Ligament
- Bone: 4-6 months
- Tendon: 6-9 months
- Ligament: 8-12 months
In what cases, we should NEVER massage a dog?
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- areas of encapsulated cancer
- open wounds or blisters
- fever
- recent fractures, careful while massaging around the fracture, only massage the fractured area after it has been cleared by a vet
- antibiotics for infection
- you and your dog are not in the mood, e.g. dog is in shock, alcohol, drugs
- never press on the abdomen deeply
- never massage a dog’s private parts or unwilling parts
- never massage a post-operative dog without the vet’s approval
