With the change in medical terminology the massage therapy industry has also changed. Because of this it is important to learn the terms used in massage therapy before you attempt to begin any type of massage therapy work. Not only will learn the terms help you communicate with your therapist, but it will also help you remember what a certain massage therapy technique is called.

First, we will look at the short term neck. The term for this type of massage is called the “Progressive Relaxation” technique. This massage technique is a complete body-to-body technique that stretches the neck and head. The neck is always stretched as you relax the head and back.

The second term we will discuss is the term “Phlebotomy”. This refers to the manipulation of the lymphatic system of the body. By massaging the body with this technique one is able to loosen up knots or blocks of connective tissue such as tendons, ligaments, and muscles.

Another common term is called “Rehydration.” It refers to the stimulation of the blood flow and body lymph. By massaging the body with this technique it can provide hydration to the body. Massaging is a type of therapy that helps the body become oxygenated. When this happens the organs will function better.

The next term we will look at is the term muscle relaxation. This means that the massage is a method of releasing tension. The use of pressure is also called “Pressure Release Technique”. By applying pressure to a specific point in the body, it causes a decrease in the flow of energy. The release of energy is a good thing, it usually results in a reduction in the swelling or inflammation.

The next term we will discuss is the term ‘Phrenology’. This technique involves a combination of the “Relaxation” technique with “Phrenology”. In this technique the therapist uses a light pressure on various points in the body while massaging it.

The last term we will discuss is the term ‘Defragmentation’. It is a procedure that allows you to cut large files of paper, including those in photo albums, into small sections. Each section is then taped together and laid out on a flat surface to be measured by a computer.

These are some of the terms used in massage therapy. As you can see, these are not only basic massage terms, but they are also very helpful in learning what a massage is all about. Also, each massage technique has its own set of different terms, but if you learn them you will understand the technique and be able to communicate with your therapist easily.