Wringing Petrissage Stroke – How to Where to & Effects

Wringing stroke on fleshy areas

Wringing Petrissage Stroke – How to Where to & Effects Wringing is what is termed a medium depth stroke. These are deeper strokes than effleurage that stimulate muscle tissue under the epidermis and dermis. It is done using 2 hands, pulling flesh and then pushing it together. Therapists may look like they are dancing as […]

Kneading Strokes – Palmer Digital Thumb & Ulnar Border

Photo of a male back massage using reinforced kneading stroke

Kneading Strokes – Palmer Digital Thumb & Ulnar Border Kneading is a petrissage stroke used generally after effluerage. The technique is similar in motion to kneading bread. It is a medium depth stroke that relaxes muscle tension and stimulates the skin. It can be done with palms, fingers, thumbs or the side of the hand. […]