Nail ServicesQuestion 49 of 100
Which massage movement is the light, gliding stroke used to begin and end a relaxing hand and arm massage?
a.Petrissage
b.Effleurage
c.Tapotement
d.Friction
Explanation
Effleurage is a light, continuous gliding stroke, so it is used to open and close a massage and to keep the client relaxed. Petrissage is kneading and lifting of the tissue, friction is deep circular pressure, and tapotement is a quick tapping or hacking movement. Tapotement is the most stimulating of the four and is never used to settle a client down.
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