Massage Therapists
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MASSAGE THERAPISTSTaking care of the body through
touch.
Who has ever had a massage? What kind did you have? What did you like about it? What didn’t you
like about it? Was there pain during the massage? After?
Where do massage therapists work? Easy way to be an entrepreneur
It is important to research where you go to school
Tools of the trade
Method of Massage: Effleurage Long gliding
stroke used to relax muscles
Method of Massage: Friction
Strong circular stroke used to reach deep into muscle fibers.
Method of Massage: Petrissage Light circular
stroke used to lift or knead muscles.
Method of Massage: Tapotement
Short Percussive movements typically made with the sides of the hands.
Different Types of Massage
Reflexology
Pressure Points
Sports MassageHot Stone
Massage
Massage is not just for adults (or humans)!