MASSAGE

The truth is that the massage help ease tension, soothe tight muscles and even relieve pain. It is important to remember that massage should not be done on inflamed or damaged skin and that it should not be attempted without the use of oils or a light dusting of talc or baby powder to make the skin more malleable. There are quite a number of different types of massage available. The best known are as follows: Effleurage, Soothing massage movements are usually described as effleurage. The flat of the hand is used to stroke the muscles and the aim is to improve the circulation and prepare the muscles for more aggressive massage. Friction massage involves rubbing the skin with the fingers. Petrissage massage involves pinching, kneading and rolling the skin. In this way, larger muscles are relaxed and the general skin condition is said to be improved. Tapotement form of massage involves beating, whipping, slapping and tapping the skin in order to stimulate and tighten it.