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CLASSIFICATION OF MASSAGE MOVEMENTS EFFLEURAGE Derived from the French word ‘effleure’, meaning ‘to skim over’. Effleurage can be deep or superficial, depending on variation of pressure. A stroking movement performed with the whole palmar surface of the hands with fingers together, contouring the area. Hands may be alternatively or both together. The movement must be… Classification of Massage Movements

SUMMARY OF EFFECTS OF MASSAGE MOVEMENTS EFFLEURAGE – soothing movement • Increases arterial, venous and lymphatic flow Arterial – bringing oxygen, nutrients (for cell regeneration) Venous – removing carbon dioxide and waste material Lymphatic – removing and filtering waste and excess tissue fluid • Increase in circulation will warm the tissue and prepare for deeper… Summary of Effect of Massage Movements