Clinical Hours

23-04-19 Hours- 39-40

A client, female working at Go Ape and also in spare time going rock climbing (indoors). The client was complaining of shoulder and back tightness, the following muscles were targeted during massage; Deltoids, Trapezius, Biceps and Triceps. There was no redness or bruising in the area, client felt a slight pain on palpation, but nothing major. Effleurage (Eff) and Petrissage (Pet) were taken out on target areas to encourage blood flow and loosen muscles. Client was advised to drink plenty of water after treatment to stay hydrated. Stretches and exercises were also given to help strengthen area for her work and to also stretch areas after repetitive use.

A client, male working for CBS also running 2x a week. The client was complaining of lower leg tightness, the following muscles were targeted during massage; Gastrocnemius, Soleus and Achilles tendon. There was no redness or bruising in the area. Gastrocnemius felt tight to touch, but after treatment client felt looser and in less tension/ pain. Effleurage (Eff) and Petrissage (Pet) were taken out on target areas to encourage blood flow and loosen muscles. Client was advised to drink plenty of water after treatment to stay hydrated. Stretches and exercises were also given to help aid the issue and prevent and further injury. The Client was advised to have a followed up appointment if issue continues.

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