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A Brief History of Massage and its Evolution with Physiotherapy

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What is the first step in conducting a therapeutic massage, according to the procedure outlined in the Practical Manual?

Determine if there are any contraindications or precautions.

What is the purpose of draping the person during a massage?

For dignity and comfort.

Why is it important to choose a suitable medium for massage, such as oil or lotion?

To suit the type of massage, therapist preference, and the person being massaged.

What should the therapist do to avoid scratching the person during the massage?

Make sure nails are short and not likely to scratch. Signup and view all the answers

How can the therapist adapt their technique to help ticklish individuals?

By placing the hand on as a solid unit instead of the fingers first and working towards known ticklish areas. Signup and view all the answers

What is the final step in the massage procedure, according to the Practical Manual?

Wipe away any excess medium with soft tissues. Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the word 'massage' and how far back can its references be traced in Chinese history?

The word 'massage' comes from the Arabic word 'mass' meaning 'to press softly', and its references can be traced back to China as early as 3000BC. Signup and view all the answers

How did massage become popular in Europe and what was the correlation with exercise during this period?

Massage became popular in Europe in the 18th and 19th century, brought back by French missionaries from China. As knowledge of anatomy and physiology developed, massage was correlated with exercise, leading to the development of 'bonsetters' who treated fractures. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the 1906 Australian Massage Association and the 1920s Polio epidemic in the development of massage and physiotherapy?

The 1906 Australian Massage Association led to the establishment of a diploma in massage and a masseurs registration board, while the 1920s Polio epidemic required physical therapy in recovery and rehabilitation, leading to the development of physiotherapy as a distinct profession. Signup and view all the answers

What are the benefits of massage in terms of reduction of pain and improvement of physical function?

Massage is beneficial for reducing acute and chronic pain, particularly when combined with exercise and education for Low Back Pain (LBP), and is beneficial for mechanical neck pain in the short term. Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the contraindications to massage, and why are they important to consider?

Contraindications to massage include open wounds, bleeding, early stages of healing, acute inflammation, inadequate circulation, suspected Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), infection, malignancies, and un-united fractures, among others. These are important to consider to avoid causing harm or exacerbating existing conditions. Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of massage on delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)?

Massage has been demonstrated to have a very small impact on delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). Signup and view all the answers