2.  Contraindications › Skin allergy › Sunburn › High blood pressure › Varicose veins › Broken bones › Fever

3.  Wellness massage › Spa › Yoga studio  Medical massage › Chiropractor’s office › Physical therapist’s office › Sporting events

4.  Increased circulation › Fresh blood and oxygen to the muscles  Endorphin release › Alleviates pain and headaches › Reduces depression › Promotes sleep  Increased immunity (lymph flow)  Injury prevention › Increased flexibility › Reduces spasms/cramps › Pre/post workout (lactic acid)

5.  Effluerage - long strokes  Kneading – squeeze, press, roll  Petrissage – muscles are lightly grabbed and lifted  Friction – thumbs work deep circles into the thickest part of the muscle  Tapotement – chopping motion  Vibration – Hold muscle firmly and shake