Body massage - general effects Flashcards

1
Q

How is muscular tension relieved?

A

Due to effective removal of waste and toxins from the area

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2
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What happens with blood circulation?

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Increase the amount of nutrients and oxygen delivered to the area. Assist with the removal of carbon dioxide and wastes.

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3
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What happens to lymph?

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Assists in drainage of lymph, removal or waste and fluid retention (oedema).

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4
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What happens to nerve endings?

A

Depends on techniques either soothed or stimulated.

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5
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What happens to capillaries?

A

vasodilates - erythema

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6
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What happens to dead skin?

A

desquamation

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7
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What happens to sebaceous glands?

A

stimulated - produces additional sebum - keeps skin protected and supple.

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8
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When skin gets warm what happens?

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Causes sudoriferous glands to perspire - eliminates waste products.

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9
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What can happen to joints?

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Some movements increase secretion of synovial fluid - aids joint mobility.

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10
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What happens to fatty deposits?

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They can be broken down and softened.

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11
Q

What do friction movements do?

A

Aid with dispersion of fibrous adhesions.

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12
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Psychological effects of massage?

A

relaxing - good for well being.
Relieves stress and tension
Invigorating

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