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GERIATRIC MASSAGE (GERONTOLOGY) - Working with the elderly and the ill, often in a long-term care setting. A therapist doing geriatric massage should understand the physical and psychological characteristics of aging, and should also be familiar with the diseases that commonly afflict the elderly.
GERMAN MASSAGE - Massage that combines many Swedish movements and emphasizes the use of various kinds of therapeutic baths
GRASTON TECHNIQUE - Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization, which enables clinicians to effectively break down scar tissue and fascial restrictions. The Technique is performed with stainless steel instruments designed to specifically detect and effectively treat areas exhibiting soft tissue fibrosis or chronic inflammation.
GRINBERG METHOD - The Grinberg Method is a systematic educational method that teaches people to mobilize their own strength and vitality in pursuit of their well-being. It shows people how they can achieve much more in their lives simply by paying more attention to their bodies.
GUA SHA - Used in China for more than 2,000 years, Gua Sha means to "scrape toxins." A method of promoting blood circulation and removing toxic heat, blood and lymph from the body, Gua Sha involves scraping the skin with a flat tool to facilitate pain relief. Olive oil and herbs are usually applied to the skin to open pores, increase deep cleansing and improve circulation.
GUIDED IMAGERY - Also known as visualization, guided imagery is a relaxation system utilizing imagination and thoughts to improve one's physical, mental and emotional health. Often involving a process of listening to music or a person's voice, the participant can take hold of imagery, symbols and deep feelings to stimulate the body's immune system, fight disease and improve their overall health. Many seriously ill patients have used this technique to imagine the destruction of their disease and/or disorder.
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