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If your massage client has lower back or hip pain and they are prone where should you place a pillow or bolster?
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∙ 13y ago
Under their hips.
Answer 2: Place it under the clients feet in the curve between foot and shin. this will relieve pressure on the lower back and hips. Under the hips will likely be uncomfortable for the client
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A new client comes to you requesting a full hour massage on his back what should you do?
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What is the most important thing to do before starting a massage?
The first thing a massage therapist should do is take an assessment of the client. This includes asking the client about any previous medical history they have and why they are coming in for the session. Apart from the client's subjective self-assessment, the massage therapist should also careully observe the client for anything that might make the massage problematic, such as injury, fever, intoxication, or other contraindications.
How do you massage your shoulder?
what are the symptoms for the following conditions and what should a massage therapist do if a client has one of these conditions? graves disease,hyperpatathyroidism
If a masseuse gives a massage what is the word for the person receiving the massage?
A person receiving a massage is referred to as a client. However, note that a masseuse is a very offensive term to massage therapists. Masseuses are not licensed. The client can also be called as a customer. Furthermore, therapists should be the correct term for the person providing the massage to the client. Also, cheap spa days are offered to clients who want to avail the services of the therapists.
Why should you not give a massage treatment to a client immediately after a large meal?
You should not massage someone after a meal because their body is using energy and resources to aid in digestion. If you massage them, it will hinder their digestion. You should wait at least an hour, even two, before giving them a massage.
A client has present a full body contraindication but it is not contagious he she gives you personal permission to give him her a massage?
If you are a professionally licensed massage therapist, it does not matter what the client gives you permission to do. What is important is your ethics and scope of practice. If you know that it is systemically (whole body) contraindicated, even if it is not contagious, you should not give them a massage.
Can massage be a condraindication if the client is taking blood thinning medication?
Yes it can. You should check with their doctor to see if it is a contraindication.
What are the negative effects of massage?
If done properly and appropriately, there are no negative effects of massage. As long as the touch is safe and the person does not have any conditions that could be aggravated by massage, there should be no problems. The relationship between a massage therapist and a client should contain the elements of trust, compensation for services, and mutual agreement. If massage is performed when any of these elements are breached, then harm may result. The first rule is "Do no harm!"
Is severe bruising contraindication to massage?
Yes... A bruise should be worked around as this may cause discomfort to the client and may make the condition worse.
Should you rotate the peg tube bolster?
yes
What should a massage therapist do if they work on someone and they don't get better?
If a massage therapist has a client that they've worked on several times, and tried different modalities without obtaining results, the best thing for them to do is to refer them to another professional; either another massage therapist or someone else working in allied health.
When should effleuage massage be used in hairdessing?
Definately at the basin, when the colours are being washed out, or the hair is just getting washed. It promotes a feeling of relaxation and well being for the client. C.
