Swedish Regular Requests No Oil

[Caliban]

Swedish Regular Requests No Oil

Thanks for all the extra info, peuppi.

I will definitely be trying some jojoba in the future. I will discuss it with this particular client, & depending on how she feels, hopefully we will give it a try.

:massage:

 

[sj_red]

Swedish Regular Requests No Oil

It's challenging to be thrown for a loop like that, especially without warning!

I will also give three cheers for jojoba. After my 2.5-year eczema saga (on the forearms and hands to boot!) jojoba was pretty much the only thing I could use that neither the clients nor I would react to. I also felt fairly assured that it would not cause any allergic reactions, and so far it hasn't. I have used Boston Jojoba since 2005 and have never been happier. It also has never stained the sheets

As for CST and MFR and whatnot, that is fairly easy to pick up somewhere, so no worries. I remember a (male) massage therapy instructor from awhile back mentioning that his (male) client was apprehensive about getting massage from another guy, so the instructor simply kept the client fully draped and did slow compressions through the sheets. He was able to properly work all the major muscle areas, and he was also able to keep his client comfortable and relaxed. So this may be an option if you haven't tried it yet You might also try some fully-clothed stretching, similar to Thai massage. Or work some acupoints (simply research which are good for relaxation, especially global muscle relaxation, if there are such points). You can also do a lot of work on the muscle attachments, with cross-fiber friction and whatnot - apparently working the ends of a muscle also relaxes its belly. And of course, trigger point therapy or static gentle elbow work doesn't need oil either. Lots of options

 

[Arly]

Swedish Regular Requests No Oil

I found this while searching, & plan to ask my client if this seems like something she wants to try. If we give it a go, the remaining time in the session I would spend on hands & feet (she loves) and scalp (she loves a lot).

A colleague, Warren Nistad, has developed a simple routine which focuses on these stem cell producing areas. I have slightly altered Nistad's original routine. From the supine position, begin by resting both hands on the client's head. Hold this position for three to five minutes. Move one hand down to the upper humerus, leaving the other hand on the head. Then move to the right shoulder and ribs, ribs and ileum, ileum and knee, knee and ankle, both ankles, left ankle and knee, knee and ileum, ileum and ribs, ribs and shoulder, upper humerus and sternum. Although the knee and ankle are not stem cell producing areas, I like to include them in order to connect the upper and lower parts of the body.

From the prone position, start with the hands on the lower cervical and upper thoracic vertebrae and systematically work down the spine. End with both hands resting on the posterior portion of the ileum. Hold each position for three to five minutes.

In addition to having some jojoba on hand the next this client comes in, I am also bringing in some pure aloe vera gel. We'll have so many options for her next session.

Even lubricants specially prepared for radiation patients can create skin problems because of certain ingredients, such as alcohol. On the other hand, pure aloe vera gel has proven to be universally safe and beneficial. It rehydrates the skin, as well as decreases inflammation.

Both above quotes from: Cancer, Radiation and Massage--The Benefits and Cautions


OT, but a great article, Oncology: Bodywork for Cancer Patients--The Need for a Less-Demanding Approach

For the first session after the start of treatment, even if you have worked with this client for years, perform the entire massage at an undemanding level, resisting the client's urging for deeper pressure or your own need to do more. Concentrate on restfulness, tranquility, and ease. There should be no attempt to dig deep or fix musculoskeletal problems. Interestingly, even when the massage is gentle, with no specific agenda, amazing clinical outcomes occur.

 

[A guy with too much time]

Swedish Regular Requests No Oil

This is a great thread. I don't have anything extra to add... the previous posters have it well covered. But wanted to say that I think the OP did a great job adapting to her no lube massage!! t002

We had discussed Sacred Earth on a thread a couple of years ago and were lamenting that Got Your Back didn't sell it. Well, in case anyone has missed it, Got Your Back now has a good selection of it!! woo hoo!!