Essential Oils Application Techniques
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What is the first step in the treatment procedure?

  • Cleanse feet with warm towels.
  • Apply hot compress on the whole back.
  • Elevate feet using a bolster. (correct)
  • Apply Balancing Oil starting from the sacrum.
  • Thyme Oil should be applied using a flat palm rub in circular motions.

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    Which oil is applied last during the Balancing Oil Application procedure?

    Peppermint oil

    The __________ compress is applied on the spine after the massage techniques are completed.

    <p>hot towel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following oils with their application techniques:

    <p>Thyme Oil = Gently Feather up spine 3 times Basil Oil = Gently Feather up spine 3 times Cypress Oil = Small clockwise circles on the muscles Marjoram Oil = Spread on muscles, Feather up 3 times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Treatment Procedure

    • Assess guest's cervical crease and comfort, minimize if possible.
    • Separate legs with gentle rocking and stretching.
    • Use warm towels to cleanse feet.
    • Apply 6 drops of Lavender to non-dominant hand, use dominant hand to pass over foot soles, hold arch for 5 seconds.
    • Thai walk up and down lumbar spine, energy cup feet, move to head of table.

    Applying Oils

    • Apply Balancing Oil from sacrum to occipital ridge.
    • Apply Thyme oil, 3-5 drops, feathering up the spine 3 times.
    • Apply Basil oil, 3-5 drops, feathering up the spine 3 times.
    • Apply Cypress oil, 3-5 drops, feathering up the spine 3 times.
    • Work with fingers/knuckles on the spine from lower back, up, repeat 3 times.
    • Apply Birch oil, 3-5 drops, feather up gently 3 times.
    • Place both thumbs on either spine side in lower back, roll and circle to head, repeat 3 times.
    • Apply Marjoram, 3-5 drops, spread across the muscles, feather up 3 times.
    • Apply Peppermint oil, 4-6 drops, massage muscles in circles up the spine, repeat 3 times each side.

    Massage, Oil, and Compress

    • Massage back with Balancing Oils, use guest’s preference for pressure (20-35 mins).
    • Apply hot towel compress to spine & cover with dry towel and sheet, hot compress pack on top. Leave while massaging legs.

    Leg Massage and Finishing

    • Massage legs with Balancing oil, gentle traction for each leg (5-10 mins).
    • Finish treatment.

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    This quiz covers techniques for applying essential oils during a massage treatment procedure. It includes steps for assessing guest comfort, applying various oils along the spine, and specific massage techniques for relaxation. Perfect for students in aromatherapy or massage therapy courses.

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