Author: Julie Onofrio
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Different types of massage – D, E, F
Deep Tissue Massage– Massage applied to the deeper, core layers of the body often using the elbow as well as the usual thumb, finger and fist pressure. Greater awareness is often needed to go into the deeper tissues without hurting the client. Deep tissue work helps with chronic pain and injury rehabilitation. See also: Deep…
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Types of massage – G, H, I
Geriatric Massage– Massage therapy geared toward the aging population and their specific needs. Geriatric massage presents a challenge, because many of them have physical problems that complicate and interfere with diagnosis and treatment of any single illness. Diseases of one organ system place stress on other systems. Many older people also have nutritional deficiencies because…
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Types of Massage (JKL)
Jamu Massage: A Flower from BaliBy Naomi Serviss Massage magazine Jin shin do – Translation: “the way of the compassionate spirit” Derived from acupressure. Developed by Iona Marsa Teegarden in the 1970’s. Practitioners meditate to develop their intuition and deeper selves. Gentle fingertip pressure is applied along points to balance the energy “chi”. Focuses on…
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Different types of massage – MNO
Mayan Abdominal Massage Touching The Core The Heart and Intelligence of Mayan Abdominal Massage By Diane McDonald. Massage and Bodywork Magazine Medical Massage– There is no such thing as medical massage. Myofascial Release- There are many methods of myofascial release. It is used to evaluate an treat restrictions in the body’s connective tissue (muscles and…
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Different Types of Massage -P
Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy– Developed by Therese Pfrimmer of Canada in 1940’s as a result of her battle with paralysis. Pfrimmer therapy is detailed cross fiber friction that stimulates circulation and regenerates the lymphatic flow. The work enables free flow of lymph and blood as well as improving joint movement and removal of waste products/toxins…