... squeezing and lifting the tissue in succession. As with all massage techniques, Petrissage helps stimulate circulation as well as loosening soft tissues through the grasping and squeezing involved in the technique. Friction is another technique that can be used and while often painful, is excellent in treating areas of compacted fibrous tissue, by breaking down the tissue and enabling increased blood flow in the area. Friction work is often carried out with the elbow or digit for a short period of time. Another commonly used technique in sports massage is Tapotement, also known as Percussion. This technique involves both hands alternatively and quickly striking the skin in a rhythmic manner. Tapotement is used over the fleshy areas of the body and increases blood flow and temperature of the skin. L.O.2 The attached Postural Assessment form shows that the skeletal alignment of the patient is good. The slight deviations of the upper body are ...

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