Louisiana Esthetics State Board Practice Test

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What technique is involved in petrissage massage?

Brushing the skin
Applying heat to muscles
Kneading and picking up tissue
Massaging with essential oils

The correct answer is: Kneading and picking up tissue

Petrissage massage is characterized by the technique of kneading and picking up tissue. This method involves using a rhythmic squeezing, lifting, and kneading action to manipulate the soft tissues of the body, such as muscles and skin. This action increases blood circulation and helps in relaxing muscle tension, making it an effective technique for improving overall muscle tone and enhancing the flow of lymph, which can assist in detoxification. The other techniques mentioned, while they are forms of massage or bodywork, do not accurately define petrissage. Brushing the skin is related to a different technique usually aimed at exfoliating or stimulating circulation superficially. Applying heat to muscles involves techniques such as hot stone massage or heat packs, which target muscle relaxation through temperature rather than manual manipulation. Massaging with essential oils pertains to aromatherapy and the use of oils for therapeutic effects but does not involve the specific kneading and lifting motions that define petrissage. Thus, the technique of kneading and picking up tissue is what distinctly identifies petrissage massage.