Pathology for Massage Therapists
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More Earaches
- By John Upledger, DO, OMM
Eczema (dermatitis)
Definition: type
of dermatitis; sometimes called dermatitis; inflammation of the skin
Causes: allergies,
stress, exposure to poisonous plants, depleted cortisol levels due to continued
high stress.
Signs/Symptoms: fluid
filled blisters that weep, ooze and crust over, itching, redness, scaling,
dry flaky skin
Indications: Massage
to reduce stress, eliminate toxins; Use Vitamin E oil
Contraindications:
Refer to appropriate health care practitioner: Avoid inflamed areas.
Links - National
Eczema Association
Edema
Definition: localized
or generalized condition in which the body tissues contain an excessive
amount of fluid.
Causes: inflammation,
nutritional deficiencies, dehydration, restrictions caused by tight muscles,
systemic disorders such as kidney problems, congestive heart failure
Signs/Symptoms: excessive
fluid in area, feels "squishy"
Indications: Massage
to remove toxin build up. Release tight muscles.
Contraindications:
Refer to appropriate health care practitioner if pitting occurs ( area
remained indented after applying pressure)
Basic Clinical Massage Therapy: Integrating Anatomy and Treatment (Lww Massage Therapy & Bodywork Series) (Hardcover)
by James H. Clay, David M. Pounds
Clinical Massage
Therapy: Understanding, Assessing and Treating Over 70 Conditions (Paperback)
by Fiona Rattray (Author), Linda Ludwig (Author)
Travell & Simons' Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction:
The Trigger Point Manual (2-Volume Set) (Hardcover)
by David G. Simons, Janet G. Travell, Lois S. Simons, Barbara D. Cummings
Edema and Lymphedema Are They Different? Implications for Bodyworkers
By Kalyani Premkumar Massage and Bodywork Magazine
Elbow Problems
Golfer’s
Elbow
By Ben Benjamin, Ph
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Pain on Passive Motions of the Elbow
- By Ben Benjamin, PhD
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Tennis Elbow
- By Ben Benjamin, PhD
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Emphysema
Definition: chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): name means "blown up" or "full of
air"; lungs lose their elasticity and remain filled with air during expiration
Causes: loss of elasticity
and dilation of lung tissue usually due to air pollution, occupational
exposure to industrial dust, smoking
Signs/Symptoms: reduced
expiration, increase in size of chest cage, decrease in blood oxygen, fatigue,
coughing, cyanosis.
Indications: Massage
for stress reduction: Castor oil packs on chest and back; work rib
cage - pecs, intercostals, serratus anterior, scalenes, rectus abdominis
and other areas to facilitate breathing. Breathing Exercises.
Contraindications:
Work with appropriate health care practitioner. May have other contraindications
like fever due to flu or pneumonia. (weakened immune system). May
not be able to lay prone or supine due to lack of breath.
Links - Emphysema
Foundation
Endometriosis
Definition: Growth
of endometrial tissue outside the uterus
Causes: hereditary,
fluid backup into the fallopian tubes, poor nutrition, hormonal imbalances
Signs/Symptoms: pelvic
pain, back pain, excessive bleeding, nausea, vomiting, infertility, painful
urination, premenstral spotting, vertebral subluxation.
Indications: Massage
for stress and pain reduction, detoxification; hot packs or castor oil
packs on abdomen; Visceral manipulation. Psoas and iliacus work to
tolerance.
Contraindications:
Refer to appropriate health care practitioner. Naturopath/Acupuncture
to address lifestyle and diet changes. Chiropractic treatments for
optimal nerve functioning.
Links- Endometriosis
Association
Epilepsy
Definition: disease
of nervous system
Causes: head injuries,
tumors and abscesses, childhood infections, hereditary, food allergies
Signs/Symptoms: seizures
that affect the motor, sensory, or psychological systems
First Aid for Seizure:
help person lie down if not already (preferably on floor). loosen clothing
and remove sharp objects. Turn person on side so saliva can flow from mouth.
Call for aid if more than 5 minutes long if you know they have epilepsy.
Client may need assistance getting home.
Indications: Massage
for stress reduction; Craniosacral therapy; Aromatherapy- jasmine, chamomile,
lavender, Ylang Ylang.
Contraindications:
Some medications used to treat the seizures may cause blood disorders,
fatigue. Seizures may be caused by other factors such as alkalosis, arteriosclerosis,
stroke, meningitis, high fever. Aromatherapy-avoid camphor, hyssops, fennel,
rosemary, sage, wormwood, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, black pepper. Work with
appropriate health care practitioner.
Links
Epilepsy
Ontario
Epilepsy
International
Epstein Barr
Definition: chronic
fatigue, fibromyalgia caused by Epstein-Barr virus of the herpes virus
family: no one really knows what it is
Signs/Symptoms: fatigue,
flu-like symptoms, mood swings, irritability, fever, aching muscles and
joints
Indications: Massage
for stress and pain reduction
Contraindications:
Work with appropriate health care practitioner
Links - Chronic
Fatigue and Immune Dysfunction
Fibromyalgia
Syndrome: A Practitioner's Guide to Treatment
by Leon Chaitow
