Pathology for Massage Therapists
U, V, W, X, Y, Z
Urinary Incontinence
The
Pelvic Floor Paradox
Leon Chaitow, ND, DO (U.K.)
Varicose Veins
Definition: abnormally
enlarged veins
Causes: improper
functioning of the valves in the veins, weakened linings of the wall of
the vein, injury, trauma, vitamin C deficiency, overweight, lack of exercise,
pregnancy
Signs/Symptoms: bulging,
blue veins, usually in the legs
Indications: Massage
around vein
Contraindications:
do not work directly on vein; Refer to Naturopath and/or Acupuncturist
for treatment of nutritional deficiencies
Warts
Definition: small
growths on skin
Causes: viruses
Signs/Symptoms: bumps
on skin, singly or in clusters
Indications: Massage
Contraindications:
Avoid direct contact with area; may be contagious
Whiplash
Definition: traumatic
injury to the neck most commonly associated with car accident; acceleration/deceleration
Causes: rapid deceleration,
injuries, trauma
Signs/Symptoms: dizziness,
pain in neck, muscle guarding, TMJ, inner ear disturbances, concussions
Indications: Massage
as per your level of training. treatment differs as to type of accident
(rear end collision, head on collision or side impact collision)
Contraindications:
Have Physician evaluate traumatic injuries
Whiplash by Whitney Lowe Massage Magazine
Links : www.whiplash101.com
Acceleration-deceleration injuries: ‘Whiplash Syndrome’
Judith DeLany, LMT
