BODY SYSTEMS Flashcards
Largest sensory organ
Regulates fluid & blood loss
Integumentary system
EFFECTS of massage to Integumentary system
Improves condition of skin
Aids desquamation
Improves color of the skin
Stimulates to produce release more sebum
Oil or cream lubricates & softens skin
Stores calcium
Framework of the body
Protect vital organs
Produces red blood cell
Skeletal system
EFFECTS of massage in Skeletal system
Stimulates blood flow to the periosteum and increases blood supply to the bone
It is effective in loosening adhesions in structures around joints
Helps to maintain full range movement
Generates heat
Creates movement
Maintains posture
Uses energy
Muscular system
EFFECTS of massage to Muscular system
Relieves muscular tightness
Loosens stiffness
Relieves spasms
Increases flexibility & blood circulation
Reduces muscle fatigue and soreness
Transportation of nutrients, hormones, gas waste
Supports immune function
Cardiovascular system
EFFECTS of massage to Cardiovascular system
Increases blood flow through area being treated
Speeds up blood flow through veins
Increases supply of fresh oxygenated blood
Drains tissue fluid from spaces between cells
Transports tissue fluid and protein to subclavian veins and returns it into blood
Lymphatic system
EFFECTS of massage to Lymphatic system
lymph flow is sped up
Pressure on tissues will facilitate transfer of fluid across vessel walls
Larger particles of waste that can pass through the lymphatic vessel walls are removed more quickly
Helps supply blood with oxygen
Removes waste products of metabolism
Helps regulate blood pH levels
Respiratory system
EFFECTS of massage to Respiratory system
Shaking and vibration manipulations performed on the chest can help to loosen secretion of mucus so that it can be coughed up more easily
Breaks down food ▶️building blocks
Digestive system
EFFECTS of massage to Digestive system
Massages may be helpful to relieve constipation and flatulence
Sensory input
Interpretation of input or thought
Elicits and signals responses
Coordination of muscles
Nervous system
