Clinical Hours

25-03-19 – Hours 17-18

My client a female in her 3rd year at Marjon, studying sports rehab and also playing rugby 2x a week plus the gym training full body. The clients complained of calf tightness, the following muscles were targeted; Gastrocnemius and Soleus. Gastrocnemius and Achilles Tendon felt tight to touch. No redness or bruising on the areas or signs of deep vein thrombosis. Effleurage (Eff), Petrissage (Pet) were taken out on target areas to encourage blood flow and loosen muscles, also trigger points to loosen knots. Clients was advised to drink plenty of water after treatment to stay hydrated and also shown Calf stretches to do daily.

My client a  female in her 2st year at Plymouth Uni, studying dietitian and also training in cheerleading 2 x a week. The clients complained of upper back and shoulder tightness, the following muscles were targeted; Rhomboid, Infraspinatus, Lavator Scapular and Rear Deltoid. Rhomboid and Rear Deltoid felt tight to touch. No redness or bruising on the areas. Effleurage (Eff), Petrissage (Pet) were taken out on target areas to encourage blood flow and loosen muscles, also trigger points to loosen knots. Clients was advised to drink plenty of water after treatment to stay hydrated and also shown back stretches to do daily.

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