Which of the following statements about the amount of pressure to use for massage of heavily muscled areas is most correct?
A) Use as much pressure as you can.
B) Use as much pressure as your client will allow.
C) Apply pressure skillfully according to condition of tissues.
D) Use your body weight to maximize pressure.
Answer: C
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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