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Sports Massage - Coggle Diagram
Sports Massage
Advanced Techniques
Friction, small circular movements targeting the underlying tissue
Transverse, exertion of pressure in a direction perpendicular to the fibers being massaged.
Connective Tissue,stimulates nerve endings of ANS
Trigger Point, release of pain along referred pain patterns
ART, break down scar tissue and adhesions in order to restore function.
Graston, soft tissue mobilization
Techniques
Effleurage,stroking of the skin superficially
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tapotement,series of brisk back blows
Vibration, rhythmic trembling sensation
Reflexive Effects
Pain
cutaneous stimulation of A beta, blocks transmission of pain information from a delta and c fibers.
stimulation of the painful myofascia can facilitate release of b-endorphins and enkephalin down the descending track
Circulation
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effleurage, produces an instant reaction through transient dilation of lymphatic and small capillaries.
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Mechanical Effects
Muscle
maintains nutrition, flexibility, and vitality
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