Pressure
Light touch only
Depth
Skin and superficial fascia
Drag
None
Direction
Parallel
Rhythm
Smooth, regular, even & repetitive (Sedating)
Or uneven, erratic for invigorating
Hand aspect
Fingertips
Contact
Broken between strokes
Appropriate when
Pressure and/or lubrication are not indicated
Working over clothing
Avoid
Ticklish clients
or medial thigh region
Outcome
Effect on nervous system, for pain reduction and sedation