Different Types of Massage

Question 1

applies pressure to certain points of the body using the hands.

Answer 1

Acupressure

Question 2

uses fingers and the thumb in massaging certain areas in the client’s hands and feet.

Answer 2

Reflexology massage

Question 3

focuses on the superficial layers of the muscles and connective tissues.

Answer 3

Swedish massage

Question 4

• use of slow strokes and deep pressure using fingers on particular areas.
• releases tension in the body.

Answer 4

Deep Tissue Massage

Question 5

uses rhythmic and varied pressure to relieve blockages at acupressure points where areas from which vital energy flows through the body.

Answer 5

Shiatsu Ma

Question 6

uses heated stones which may be placed on the body and/or used as an extension of the therapist’s hands.

Answer 6

Hot Stone Hilot Massage

Question 7

includes muscle compressions, joint mobilization, and same acupressure techniques.

Answer 7

Thai Massage

Question 8

stretching and compression exercises.

Answer 8

Sports Massage

Question 9

sucking the skin in a vacuum to drain excess fluids and antitoxins from the body.

Answer 9

Ventosa Cup Hilot Massage

Question 10

• relieves fatigue and enhances sleep for pregnant women.
• calms an active baby.

Answer 10

Pregnancy Massage