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Massage Therapist

Category - Application

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What is the name of the stroke in Swedish massage which is known as the transitional stroke and used to tie all of the other strokes together?

Effleurage
Petrissage
Friction
Vibration

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Answer: A The strokes of effleurage tie all other strokes together to create a fluid routine. Effleurage is usually the opening stroke in Swedish massage, used to spread the oil, initiate contact, and perform a touch assessment of the area. There are many forms of effleurage, but all forms are applied as long, soothing and continuous strokes. These strokes create continuum and fluidity in the massage session.

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