Explain how you would integrate the use of hot packs with a full-body relaxation massage. Include the purpose, time of application, and safety precautions

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Answer: I would integrate the use of hot packs at the beginning of a relaxation massage with the recipient prone, placing the packs on the recipient's upper back and shoulders. The purpose would be to facilitate general relaxation, as well as warming and specific relaxation of the back muscles. I would check the recipient's health history to make sure there were no contraindications, do a visual check of the back for possible regional contraindications, and ask permission (informed consent) to use the hot packs. I would use layers of cloth towels to protect the skin from burning and ask to be notified if the packs get too hot. I would massage the legs while the hot packs were on the back. I would remove the hot packs after 15-20 minutes, and then massage the back.

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