Describe four important guidelines for performing myofascial massage

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: I think that the four most important guidelines for performing myofascial massage are (1) using gentle contact and entering the tissues slowly, (2) moving the tissues horizontally, (3) maintaining a continuous stretch, and (4) waiting for a feeling of "melting" or subtle movement in the tissues.

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