MASSAGE THERAPISTSTaking care of the body through

touch.

Who has ever had a massage? What kind did you have? What did you like about it? What didn’t you

like about it? Was there pain during the massage? After?

Where do massage therapists work? Easy way to be an entrepreneur

It is important to research where you go to school

Tools of the trade

Method of Massage: Effleurage Long gliding

stroke used to relax muscles

Method of Massage: Friction

Strong circular stroke used to reach deep into muscle fibers.

Method of Massage: Petrissage Light circular

stroke used to lift or knead muscles.

Method of Massage: Tapotement

Short Percussive movements typically made with the sides of the hands.

Different Types of Massage

Reflexology

Pressure Points

Sports MassageHot Stone

Massage

Massage is not just for adults (or humans)!