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Massage is the art of applying touch to a body with varying degrees of pressure, technique, direction, duration, and intent. |
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Intent is the least important factor in meeting the client's needs. |
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It is important to ask the client about comfort and pressures during the session. |
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It is is possible to die from lack of touch. |
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Always the first stroke in a session. |
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Thought of as a wide sweeping stroke. |
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In general, you pull with one hand and push with the other. |
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best used for finding imbalances in tissues. |
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effective in relieving muscle cramps. |
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also called cupping, beating, or hacking. |
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Proper body mechanics include attation to keeping your: |
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alignment, strength coming from your legs, direction in mind. |
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there are three types of muscle fibers. |
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smooth, striated, cardiac |
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muscle fibers contract at what percentage of their potential? |
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Examples of regional contraindications would be ... |
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a cut, inflammation, swelling |
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Give an example of the first 8 steps in a massage flow |
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focus effleurage rocking petrissage palpation friction effleurage |
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The ... nervous system is the first to turn on and respond to an emergency situation. |
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Breathing is regulated by what part of the nervous system. |
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... is defined as a system or code of morals of an individual, group, or profession. |
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The best way to know what is the correct pressure for your client is to ... |
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How many clients are allowed to use a set of sheets before they should be cleaned? |
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If you are using bleach as a disinfectant, what percentage of bleach compared to water should you use? |
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which is not part of the consultation? |
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What is a good question to ask when making a first appointment for someone? |
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What is your main reason for making this appointment |
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Name three ways you client will benefit from body work: |
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detox helps with anxiety increases circulation |
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The best thing you can do for your client is: |
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take care of yourself and exercise and strengthen your body. |
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