Lymphatic Drainage Massage
What would you instruct your client to do prior to getting on the table?
Instruct the client to perform stationary circles (15-30 times) on the Lymph Nodes
Explain the pace of post-sport massage?
Slow
Rhythmic
Which hip do you place a rolled up towel to prevent supine hypotension?
Right side
Name three contraindications of Passive ROM excercises?
Analgesics/muscle relaxants
Inflamed joints
Hypermobility
Which type of hydrotherapy would you use in the chronic stage?
Hot Hydrotherapy
For Lymphatic Drainage Massage - would we treat proximal to distal or distally to proximal?
Proximal to Distally
Explain post event massage?
Swedish
Completed 30 minutes after the event is completed.
What hormone causes ligament laxity?
Relaxin
Explain Active Range of Motion?
The client performs these movements themselves while being observed by the therapist
The therapist demonstrates the movement and the client copies the action
When treating a headache what spa techniques would you use?
Hot oil scalp massage
Give two purposes of Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Reduces Edema, Reduces the formation of Scar Tissue
What are the principles of Pre-Event Massage?
Vigorous massage, broad contact surface, No Deep Tissue, Energizing, & Brief)
How would you modify a massage for someone with gestational diabetes?
Shorter Strokes
Lighter Pressure
Explain Passive Range of Motion?
•The joint is moved by an outside force (therapist) •Client is relaxed
•The joint is taken through PAIN FREE range of motion
•Passive range of motion does not mean stretching the muscle
•Little tension is applied to the muscle at the end of its ROM
•Movement stops as resistance is felt
What is the timeline for a chronic injury?
Over 2 weeks
Name the four Lymphatic Techniques?
Stroking, Pumping, Scooping and Milking
Name two causes of muscle cramps?
Medication
Dehydration
Poor Nutrition
Pregnancy
Overuse
What is diastasis pubis?
Separation of the pubic symphysis
Explain Active Assisted Range of Motion?
• The therapist helps the client perform ROM exercise with help, usually at the end of the range
• Particularly helpful for elderly clients and clients with a muscle or joint injury
• Care must be taken to only help in completing the PAIN FREE ROM without forcing the movement
Name the five signs of inflammation.
• Heat
• Redness
• Swelling
• Pain
• Loss of function
Name Four Contraindications for Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Chronic Heart Failure, Kidney Disease, Lymph Obstruction, Bacterial Infection, Recent Thrombosis, Malignancy, Medication for Edema
Name two ways someone can reduce muscle cramps?
Proper Nutrition
Hydration
Proper Warm Up
Vary Exercise Routines
Please list three signs of pre-eclampsia?
Swelling of the Hands/Feet/and Face
Blurred Vision
New Headache
Provide three benefits of Passive Range of Motion?
Minimize formation of adhesions
Maintain muscle elasticity
Maintain joint mobility
Decrease pain
What is plantar fasciitis?
Inflammation of the Plantar fascia from overuse