Petrissage Techniques Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the definition of Petrissage?

A type of acupuncture

A technique involving tapping the skin

Consists of lifting soft tissues vertically and then compressing and releasing them (correct)

A method of applying hot stones on the body

What are the therapeutic effects of Petrissage?

Relaxing effect, increased blood flow, improved range of motion, reduced muscle soreness and stiffness.

What is Friction?

A technique using stretching

A form of acupressure

A form of deep tissue massage with lubrication

To rub one surface over another in several directions with little or no lubrication (correct)

What are the therapeutic effects of Friction?

Increase blood flow, stimulates lymph flow, promotes absorption of inflammatory byproducts, reduces scar tissue. Signup and view all the answers

How is Compression defined?

Sustained pressure or rhythmic alternating pressures Signup and view all the answers

What is the rate of movement for Petrissage?

30 - 90 per minute Signup and view all the answers

What is Wringing Technique?

Executed by grasping the limb with two hands and twisting Signup and view all the answers

What is the rate of movement for Wringing Technique?

Not to exceed 30 per minute Signup and view all the answers

What is the Chucking Technique used for?

Overcoming muscular rigidity Signup and view all the answers

What is the rate of movement for Chucking?

Executed 2 - 6 times Signup and view all the answers

What is the Fist Kneading Technique used for?

Compression of deep tissue by the knuckles along the colon Signup and view all the answers

What are the physiological effects of Petrissage?

Stimulates vital activities, increases temperature, and enhances blood flow. Signup and view all the answers

What are the therapeutic applications of Petrissage?

Increase muscle size, relieve stiff joints, and treat various forms of pain and conditions. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Petrissage

Involves lifting soft tissues vertically, followed by compression and release using rhythmic alternating pressures.
Essential for eliminating metabolic wastes and promoting blood and oxygen circulation in tissues.
Therapeutic effects include relaxation, pain relief, reduced muscle spasm, increased skin temperature, enhanced blood flow, improved range of motion, reduction of muscle soreness, and absorption of inflammatory byproducts.

Friction

Defined as rubbing, can be done dry or with minimal lubrication, generating a shearing force.
Effective in several directional movements, aiding in blood flow and lymph stimulation, and promotes the absorption of inflammation-related byproducts.
May help reduce post-traumatic scar tissue and promote healing through pain and muscle spasm relief.

Compression

A non-gliding technique characterized by sustained pressure or rhythmic alternating pressures.
Enhances fluid exchange due to blanching of tissue during pressure application, followed by hyperemia upon release.
Its benefits include relaxation, pain relief, increased localized blood flow, and improved range of motion.

Movement Rates

Petrissage: 30-90 movements per minute for effective tissue manipulation.
Rolling Technique: 200-400 movements per minute; compresses and rolls tissues, ideal for upper back, hips, and arms.
Wringing Technique: Limited to 30 movements per minute; involves grasping and twisting the limb for effective treatment.
Chucking Technique: Performed 2-6 times; one hand supports while the other drags fleshy tissue along the limb.
Fist Kneading: Every 2-3 seconds using knuckles for deep tissue compression along the colon.
Digital Kneading: Focused on joints and spine, involves pressing tissue against bony surfaces.

Therapeutic Techniques of Petrissage

Palmar Kneading: Utilizes the heel of the hand; effective on the back, chest, and abdomen.
Fist Kneading: Specifically for abdominal treatment; uses knuckled compression along the colon.
Digital Kneading: Rubbing and pressing movement targeting joints, spine, head, face, and abdomen.

Physiological Effects of Petrissage

Stimulates vital activities of the tissues, promoting the release and influx of fresh blood and lymph.
Increases local temperature and hyperemia, more effective in heat generation than other techniques.

Therapeutic Applications of Petrissage

Beneficial for muscular atrophy, paralysis, stiff joints, rheumatism, sciatica, neuralgia, defective development, neurasthenia, writer's cramp, convulsive tic, and locomotor ataxia.
Valuable for rehabilitation following fractures and sprains, enhancing recovery and restoring function.

Description

Explore the fundamentals of petrissage techniques with these flashcards. This set delves into the definition and therapeutic effects of petrissage, focusing on its role in soft tissue manipulation. Perfect for students and professionals in massage therapy or physical rehabilitation.