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 | Massage
There are a number of elements that allows for the athlete or client to feel relaxed in an environment where effective massaging can take place. The athlete needs to feel comfortable and relaxed. Creating an effective massaging environment with the following: 1. Make...
by admin | Apr 22, 2005 | Massage
Sports massage has mechanical, physiological, and psychological responses. Mechanical responses Mechanical responses occur as a result of the pressures and movements of the hand on the body. These actions stimulate venous and lymphatic drainage and mildly stretch...
