Swedish Massage Glossary of Terms Active assisted movement- Movement in a joint in which both the client and therapist produce the motion together. Active free movement-  Movement of a joint freely through its range of motion, unassisted: done by client alone. Acute-signs and symptoms happen quickly, last a short amount of time and then disappear. [...]

Stroke Purpose/Uses Mechanical effect Reflexive effect Contraindications LIGHT EFFLEURAGE Gliding, Fanning, Tree branching, shingling etc. Transitioning Spreading oil Evaluating tissue Relaxes muscles (parasympathetic nervous system) Relieves pain (Gate control theory, endorphins) Increases arterial and capillary circulation Increases vasodilation (slowing heart rate and blood pressure) Hyperesthesia Marked or pitted edema Gross swelling Open wounds distal to [...]