The massage technique of quick, long strokes used at the beginning and end of treatment.
a massage technique using flowing movements up and down the face and neck during a facial.
A light circular stroking of the abdomen with the fingertips in rhythm with labor and breathing.
a light, gliding motion over the skin that always maintains contact and directs the stroke towards the heart. This stroke is frequently used at the beginning and end of a massage treatment to invoke soothing and relaxing.
French word for light massage. Used to help relax back and abdomen during labor.
Massage technique involving quick, long strokes at the beginning and end of a treatment.
Massage technique that incorporates long strokes, very soothing and relaxing.
Massage technique of quick long strokes used in the preparatory stage and the conclusion of the treatment.
This is a stroke generally used in a "Swedish" massage treatment. This smooth, gliding stroke is used to relax soft tissue and is applied using both hands.
series of gentle, soothing strokes.
Massage technique involving quick, long strokes used at the beginning and end of certain treatments.
(Gliding) - A superficial massage stroke using long gliding strokes using a variety of pressures.
Technique used at the beginning and end of certain treatments involving quick, long strokes to warm up the muscle before deep tissue work.
Effleurage is a massage stroke used to warm up the muscle before deep tissue work using petrissage.