Cyriax Friction MassageCyriax Friction Massage was developed by James Cyriax an Cyriax Friction Massage is one of the basic tools taught in massage school as a part of Swedish Massage. It is one of the 5 basic massage techniques that are usually taught. Cyriax is the author of many books and articles on his methods: Textbook of Orthopaedic Medicine: Vol. 1: Diagnosis of Soft Tissue Lesions Textbook of Orthopaedic Medicine: Vol. 1: Diagnosis of Soft Tissue Lesions Textbook of Orthopaedic Medicine Volume 2 : Treatment by Manipulation, Massage and Injection Many of his principles and practices are carried on today in the work of Ben Benjamin, Whitney Lowe and other orthopedic massage disciplines as well as Pfrimmer Massage. Orthopedic Massage: Theory and Technique Currently the European Teaching Group of Orthopaedic Medicine in Europe is one of the leaders in promoting his work. Therapists work to find discover the problem and assess the clients condition (diagnose when in the scope of practice of the practitioner) and create a plan of treatment. Within the Cyriax method, there are different treatment options : infiltration, injection,, deep transverse massage or friction massage, manipulation (spine and extremities), mobilization and traction. This can easily be combined with self treatment elements and/or home exercise programs. See more types of massage. Become a Massage Therapist
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