... in compression of the 78 THE ART OF MASSAGE. deep tissues by the knuckles of the closed fist. Pressure ... production. 271 Therapeutic Applications.— Under the influence of deep ... in all cases of tissue weakness and relaxation. By its use, also, enlarged, ...

... blood to the part as in brushing, but massage affects more thoroughly the deep tissues. This will also loosen dead scarf skin. Massage thoroughly for about five minutes. This can be ...

... reach individual muscles, but is preferred on a deep-seated tissue. MASSAGE. 25 Kneading with Both Hands, called Squeezing, is ...

... In attempting a description of the effects of massage upon the muscles and deep fascia, and indeed upon all the other tissues, it would be desirable that the mirror should ...

... organized bath this removal is accompanied by skilful massage or manipulation of the muscles, joints and deep-seated tissues, securing freedom of motion, flexibility and general elasticity, ...

... is not to be rubbed, but Fig. 94 Massage of the breast. carried along with the thumbs over the deep tissues. After the region surrounding the gland has been ...

... embracing, so far as possible all of the tissues outside of the bone. 15. The second motion of deep massage is used particularly in work upon the abdominal ...

... See Fig- 17.) Dry friction is also useful. Deep muscle massage enor- mously increases the amount of blood circulating through the tissues, and in this way relieves the general nervous ...

... these constitute an important element in the cure. Massage is useful in several ways. It gives exercise to the unused muscles, improves the circulation in the extremities and deep tissues, and creates a waste of tissue that promotes ...

... critical tests. These are afforded by simply supplying massage of the slow and deep variety to the suffering viscera. This recourse is commended by being normal to the tissues and organs, and no higher or more cogent ...