Table of Contents
- 1 What are the areas of endangerment and massage?
- 2 What part of the neck is an endangerment site?
- 3 What three triangle are considered endangerment sites and should be avoided during massage?
- 4 Why do we need to identify endangerment site?
- 5 How does massage affect the circulatory system?
- 6 Which part of the body should not massage?
- 7 Is massage good for blood flow?
- 8 Which is an example of an endangerment site?
- 9 What are the endangerment sites of a massage?
- 10 Why are nerves considered to be endangerment sites?
What are the areas of endangerment and massage?
Endangerment Sites for Massage Therapy
| A | B |
|---|---|
| Axillary Area | brachial artery, axillary vein & artery, cephalic vein; nerves of brachial plexus |
| Medial Epicondyle of Humerus | ulnar nerve |
| Lateral Epicondyle of Humerus | radial nerve |
| Sternal Notch & Anterior Throat | nerves & vessels to thyroid gland; vagus nerve |
What part of the neck is an endangerment site?
ASHA – Swedish Massage – Endangerment Sites This area on the front of the neck includes the windpipe, the carotid arteries, jugular veins, the vagus nerve, the sternal notch which houses nerves, blood vessels, the thyroid gland and the vagus nerve. All are located deep to the Sternocleidomastoid.
Which endangerment site is located behind the knee?
The popliteal fossa is a diamond-shaped depression located posterior to the knee joint. Important nerves and vessels pass from the thigh to the leg by traversing through this fossa. These include the two terminal branches of the sciatic nerve, the popliteal vessels and short saphenous vein.
What three triangle are considered endangerment sites and should be avoided during massage?
These are areas of the body where deep, sustained pressure should be avoided because of the structures that lie beneath. Those areas are the anterior and posterior triangles of the neck, suprasternal notch, sternum, axilla, spinal column, umbilical area, inguinal triangle, popliteal fossa, and the antecubital fossa.
Why do we need to identify endangerment site?
Refer to your textbooks to gain a greater appreciation of where these sites exist. As a relaxation massage practitioner, you need to be aware that these sites exist, and that deeper pressure over these areas can cause damage to the client.
What do massages release?
Lactic and uric acid build up around muscles causing pain, soreness and lack of flexibility. Massage releases these compounds in the bloodstream and when they are excreted from the body, lowering its overall acidity. Massage also releases creatine which is a natural byproduct of muscle use and strain.
How does massage affect the circulatory system?
Good circulation brings damaged, tense muscles the oxygen rich blood they need to heal. Massage facilitates circulation because the pressure created by the massage technique actually moves blood through the congested areas. The release of this same pressure causes new blood to flow in.
Which part of the body should not massage?
What body parts can you massage?
The best part: you can massage some of these areas yourself.
- The Ears.
- The Thumb.
- The Wrist. Our wrists and fingers tend to be neglected despite their importance and constant use.
- The Diaphragm. The average person at rest takes about 23,040 breaths per day.
- The Gut.
- The Buttocks.
Is massage good for blood flow?
MASSAGE AND BLOOD CIRCULATION Good circulation brings damaged, tense muscles the oxygen rich blood they need to heal. Massage facilitates circulation because the pressure created by the massage technique actually moves blood through the congested areas. The release of this same pressure causes new blood to flow in.
Which is an example of an endangerment site?
Endangerment Sites – areas of the body that are less protected, and may be damaged from massage; blood vessels, nerves, lymph nodes, eyes.
Where are the Quia endangerment sites in the body?
A B Lateral Epicondyle of Humerus radial nerve Sternal Notch & Anterior Throat nerves & vessels to thyroid gland; vagus Umbilicus Area descending aorta & abdominal aorta 12th rib, dorsal body kidneys
What are the endangerment sites of a massage?
A list of endangerment sites that need to be met with caution during massage. Terms in this set (20) pushing on this endangerment site may cause sensations such as pins and needles, burning, or shooting pain nerves prolonged compression of these endangerment sites will cut off the flow of oxygenated blood to everything distal of that point
Why are nerves considered to be endangerment sites?
Nerves are identified as endangerment sites in areas where they are easily pinned onto other tissues—especially underlying bones. They are less at risk when they are surrounded by thick layers of soft tissues. Pinning, stretching, or compressing nerves can bruise, irritate, or otherwise damage them.