Effects

Question 1

Physiological effects:

Answer 1

Increased bloodflow to muscles-floods capillaries with nutrients for healing
Relaxation hormones
Parasympathetic stimulation

Question 2

Neurological effects:

Answer 2

Sedative effect
Invigorating effect
Relieves pain- pain gate theory
Decrease muscular tension

Question 3

Psychological effects:

Answer 3

Increased relaxation
Placebo effect
Decreased stress/anxiety

Question 4

Biomechanical effects:

Answer 4

Stimulate bloodflow
Increase tissue temperature- prepare for petrissage, increases elasticity
Increase lymphatic flow- toxin removal
Mobilise tissues
Break down adhesions