by admin | Dec 22, 2005 | Massage
Deep Transverse Friction Massage The transverse, or Cyriax, method of deep friction massage is increasingly being used in sports medicine. It is a specific technique for treating muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joint capsules. The major goal of transverse massage is...
by admin | Dec 22, 2005 | Featured, Massage
Sports Massage Procedures Primarily, massage is separated into five basic categories: effleurage, petrissage, friction, tapotement, and vibration. As well as Cyriax (deep transverse friction) and acupressure massage. Effleurage Effleurage, or stroking, is divided into...