Hi there,
I took the IIHHT Body Massage Cert a few years ago (its now called Swedish Massage level 3) but can't remember some of the moves! I know what each move is (efflurage, friction etc) it's jus the order. I really want to start practising again, and wondered if anyone (very kindly) could list out the sequence fro me, I know I will remember it when I see it! My husband is the lucky guinea pig (victim!) I'm going to practise on.
It would be a big help, thank you so much in advance, I've had two children since taking the cert in 1998 and my brain ain't what it used to be!!!
Blessings xx
RE: Swedish Massage Sequence
Hi
i will list the sequence quickly.
Start on the right arm - relax it, massage it.
Then the left arm - relax and massage it
The uncover the top of the chest area (just above the breast area). Work around this and under the shoulder area. Work down the spine area as far as you can go. Work the back of the neck, sides of the neck as well down to the shoulder turning the head away. Lymph drainagefrom collarbone to under arm
Uncover stomach and work stomach area
uncover right leg and work that, massaging all the way first, then working on lower leg, knee area (lymph drainage), thighs, cupping, hacking
Do same for Left leg
Turn client over
Work the backs of the legs (first right and then left)
Then work the upper back keeping lower uncovered. Work the scapula areas, trapezius, then work the spine area. Uncover bottom area and work up to the glutes
Then finish the client off
Hope this helps
I am remembering off the top of my head
RE: Swedish Massage Sequence
I Did the ITEC diplomam, and was taught the order being:-
back massage
left leg
right leg
turn over client
right arm
front right leg
front left leg
left arm
stomach
shoulders /neck
face
head
RE: Swedish Massage Sequence
Thank you so much thats a real help.
Blessings and best wishes
xxx
RE: Swedish Massage Sequence
I did VTCT and was taught the same routine as Chid
RE: Swedish Massage Sequence
I did VTCT and was taught:
(supine): legs and feet/arms/stomach/chest and neck
(prone): legs/back
RE: Swedish Massage Sequence
Also taught the same way as Supersub for the Swedish Massage (and more or less the same as Chid for the Aroma massage:D)
Cath xx
RE: Swedish Massage Sequence
When i did the aroma, we were taught lumph drainage moves - !!! again Tutor owns rules and ways !!!!!
ihht course
hi i was just woundering if the course was any good. im just about to enrol and i was questioning is credibility. as i have done different courses in the past pilates gyrotonic etc i was worried because i see most people have another qualification> so how good is ihht and can i use it to get a job after.!!!
RE: Swedish Massage Sequence
There was a interesting discussion on whether to start prone or supine on the earlier thread
[link= http://www.healthypages.net/forum/tm.asp?m=160580 ]http://www.healthypages.net/forum/tm.asp?m=160580[/link]
Personally I prefer to start supine, so that I can check whether the pressure is comfortable for the client, and finish with the back which is the most relaxing part of the massage.
Alan
RE: Swedish Massage Sequence
Hey,
the order that Child gace you is the one we use in college but as for the moves there is no set way to the moves as long as it looks continues. (sorry i cant spell right) It will come back to you in time dont force it into your head take a step back drink some calm herb teas and it will come back.
RE: Swedish Massage Sequence
For several years, the standard ITEC textbook was Principles & Practice of Physical Therapy (W Arnould-Taylor). The routine which that book gives (page 110 of the 4th edition) is:
1) start supine, massage front of one leg and arm on same side
2) walk round client, massage other arm and leg
3) massage abdomen
4) turn client, massage back of one leg, buttock and arm
5) walk round client, massage other arm, back of leg and buttock
6) massage back, neck and shoulders
But (as Chid pointed out) ITEC give their tutors a lot of freedom, and many of them teach different sequences!
Alan
RE: Swedish Massage Sequence
On My VTCT course I was taught
Lying Supine:
Right Arm
Front of Right leg
Front of Left Leg
Left Arm
Abdomen ( Female only)
Chest
Turn Over prone position
Back of right leg
Back of left leg
Back and Shoulders
Out of practice
I completed my VTCT swedish massage course around three years ago and have also forgotten my routine and cant find my course notes. I know the order of the body areas...as they have been helpfully listed above!... but does anyone have the actual list of moves in order of each body part? eg. Leg - start with efflurage then move to picking up.... etc ... ?
Any help would be gratefully recieved!!!!
Thanks guys!
If anyone wants the actual movements I have them scanned on my laptop. You may pm me your email address if you wish to have them.
Best wishes Jo x
P.S It's in word document format.