Operates to stimulate, relax, or exhaust a body part through the response of the nerves
Tapotement
Releases pain
Tapotement
Can decongest the lungs of mucous
Tapotement
Reaches deep areas of muscles
Tapotement
_______ percussion will help close capillaries. _____ percussion will help open the capillaries.
Light, heavy, Tapotement
Will initially create a stimulating effect and eventually cause a sedating effect
Tapotement
Increases peristaltic activity
Tapotement
Contraindicated over kidneys and areas of acute pain
Tapotement
Exhausts after 60 seconds
Tapotement
A series of brisk, rhythmic blows, usually applied with alternating hands
Tapotement