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•Connective Tissue a Supports, protects and binds together other tissues of the body. Examples of connective tissue are bone, Cartilage, ligaments, tendons, fascia / blood, and fate which is also called adipose tissue Adipose stores energy and gives Smoothness and Contour to the body Collagen and elastin are protein fibers, and 9180 apart of connoctive. tissole
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Alice burkhart Standard esthetics ch 11/28/
1. What is the definition of massage? Massage is a manual or mechanical manipulation achieved by rubbing, kneading, or other methods that stimulate metabolism and circulation 2.What are at least five benefits of massage? Helps cleanse the skin of impurities and softens sebum, Helps slough off dead skin cells, Reduces puffiness and sinus congestion Helps product absorption Relieves muscle tension and pain, Provides a sense of well-being 3.What are five facial massage contraindications? Contagious diseases Inflamed acne (do not massage any area that has pustular breakouts) Sunburn. windburn, irritation, severe redness, Sensitive skin (or skin severely sensitized by use of acne drugs, or other topical peeling agents). Open lesions, cuts, sores, abrasions, Skin disorders. Severe, uncontrolled hypertension, and Uncontrolled diabetes 4.At what time during the facial can you discuss possible contraindications to facial massage? During the consultation, acknowledge and discuss any medical conditions that may contraindicate a facial massage 5.On which areas of the body are estheticians typically allowed to perform a massage? An esthetician's massage services are commonly limited to certain areas of the body: the face, neck. shoulders, and décolleté, depending on your state's scope of practice. 6.How do you find out what the licensing regulations for massage are in your state? Refer to state licensing regulations regarding your scope of practice related to massage services that are legal to perform under your license. 7.List the five main types of basic massage movements. The five main basic massage movements are, effleurage, pétrissage, tapotement, friction. and vibration 8.Briefly describe each of the massage movements. Effleurage is a soft, continuous stroking movement applied with the fingers (digital) and palms in a slow and rhythmic manner Pétrissage is a compression technique that includes kneading. squeezing, and pinching That affects the deeper muscle tissue of the face. Tapotement , also known as percussion, is a percussive stroke in which the fingertips strike the skan in raped succession or fast tapping movement Friction is an invigorating rubbing technique that stimulates the circulation and glandular activity of the skin. Vibration is a rapid shaking movement in which the esthetician typically uses their body and shoulders not just the fingertips to create the movement 9. Define acupressure, Acupressure is massage technique derived from Chinese medicine and and consists of applying pressure to specific points of the face and body (acupressure points) to release muscle tension, restore balance, and stimulate chi (CHEE) (life force; energy). These points follow the same pattern of meridians in the body as acupuncture does
10.What is manual lymph drainage? A Manual Imph drainage or (MID) massage uses gentle, rhythmic pressure on the lymphatic system to detoxify and remove waste materials from the body more quickly. It reduces swelling and is used before and after surgery for pre- and post operative care. It is a very light touch. For example, moving down the side of the neck toward the collar-bone helps drain fluid from the face to the lymph drainage channel in that area. In some states, master estheticians are allowed to perform manual lymphatic drainage as part of their scope of practice 11.In what direction do you massage the muscles? You should always massage from muscle insertion to origin of the muscle to avoid damage to muscular tissues. Massage movements usually are performed upward and outward on the face and neck. 12.Why should you always have at least one hand on the client after you begin a facial massage? The sequence of massage movements is designed for a smooth and graceful flow from one movement into another. To keep the relaxing flow and connection, do not remove your hands from the client once you have made contact with the skin to begin the facial massage.Maintaining contact gives the client a sense of physical continuity that is very soothing and calming 13.How many times should you repeat the massage movements? 3-6 times per movement GLOSSARY Effleurage light, continuous stroking movement applied with the fingers (digital) or the palms (palmar) in a slow, rhythmic manner Friction invigorating rubbing technique requiring pressure on the skin with the fingers or palm while moving them under an underlying structure Manual lymph drainage gentle, rhythmic pressure on the lymphatic system to detoxify and remove waste materials from the body more quickly; reduces swelling and is used before and after surgery for pre- and post-op care Massage manual or mechanical manipulation of the body by rubbing, gently pinching kneading, tapping, and other movements to increase metabolism and circulation, promote absorotion. and relieve pain Petrissage kneading movement that stimulates the underlying tissues, performed by lifting squeezing and pressing the tissue with a light firm pressure Tapotement movements consisting of short, quick tapping, slapping and hacking mavements.