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body mechanics |
the use of foot stances, body alignment, and gravity to deliver massage techniques effectively |
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7 basic principles of body mechanics |
1. Prepare yourself 3. Foot stances 4. Align your spine 5. Move from your center of gravity 6. Techniques & lubricants 7. Relax |
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Ways to warm up? |
mild lunges, planks, etc. |
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table height for light pressure |
closed fists |
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table height for deeper pressure |
fingertips |
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Architecturally speaking, what shape has the greatest stability |
triangle |
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The 3 points in your foot |
1. calcaneal tuberosity 3. head of the 5th metatasal |
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bow/archer stance |
one foot is point toward your work and the other is straight |
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horse/warrior stance |
both feet are pointing forward just beyond hip distance |
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which stance do you use for short strokes? |
horse/ warrior |
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which stance do you use for longer strokes? |
bow/ archer |
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Japanese term for abdomen |
hara |
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Chinese term used to describe center of gravity |
dan tien |
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most effective direction of force used |
perpendicular |
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lubricants used for deeper pressure |
water-based |
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mindfulness |
an active state characterized by a heightened self-awareness and focused attetions |
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what position is lying face up? |
Supine |
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what position is lying face down? |
Prone |
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where to bolster for prone? |
under the ankles |
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where to bolster for supine? |
behind the knees |
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semi-reclining position |
half lying down and half sitting up |
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fowler position |
the upper body is elevated 80 to 90 degrees |
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semi-fowler position |
the upper body is elevated 30 to 45 degrees |
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side-lying position (a.k.a.) |
recumbent position |
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seated postion |
seated with torso erect, knees bent, with the butt supported |
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draping |
covering the body with cloth |
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anchor method |
to help keep the drape in contact with your clients skin while he/she is turning over |
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Use of body mechanics |
To deliver massage and related bodywork methods with efficiency and reduced trauma to the therapist |
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Essential elements of body mechanics (6) |
1. Strength 2. Stamina 3. Breathing 4. Stability 5. Balance 6. Centeredness |
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What causes most repetative motion injury? |
Chronic misuse of the body |
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Give 3 examples of a repetative motion injuries |
1. Tennis elbow 2. Golfers elbow 3. Carpal tunnel syndrome |
