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A client, female studying coaching at Marjon University also taking part in gym training 2x a week and playing hockey and netball 2 x week. The client was complaining of back leg tightness. The following muscles were targeted during massage; Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus, Biceps Femoris. There was no redness or bruising in the area. Inner thigh (Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus) felt tight to touch, and caused the client slight discomfort. 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.
A client, male working on a building site, also taking part in gym training 5x a week. The client was complaining of front leg tightness that was causing him discomfort. The following muscles were targeted during massage; Rectus Femoris, Vastus Lateralise, Vastus Mediarlis.There was no redness or bruising in the area. Rectus Femoris felt tight to touch and some discomfort for the client. Effleurage (Eff) and Petrissage (Pet) were taken out on target areas to encourage blood flow, flush out lactic acid 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.
A client, male working on a building site also boxing training 4x a week. The client was complaining of back tightness that was limiting him in boxing and work tasks. The following muscles were targeted during massage; Trapezium, Rhomboid, Lavator Scapular, Latissimus dorsi, infraspinatus and rear deltoids. There was no redness or bruising in the area. 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.
A client, female apprentice beauty therapist who also trains in the gym training 3x a week. The client was complaining of back tightness that was mostly caused from treatments on clients and little breaks. The following muscles were targeted during massage; Trapezium, Rhomboid, Lavator Scapular, Latissimus dorsi, infraspinatus and rear deltoids. 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 her back for long days at work and also shown stretches to do in-between clients.