Question 1

What is the primary direction of effleurage strokes when applied to a limb?

Accepted Answer

Effleurage strokes on a limb are applied centripetally, meaning toward the heart, to promote venous and lymphatic return.

Question 2

Which effleurage technique uses the entire palmar surface of both hands applied simultaneously in long, gliding strokes?

Accepted Answer

Bilateral tree stroking (also called bilateral effleurage) uses both hands simultaneously in long gliding strokes covering a broad surface area.

Question 3

What is the physiological effect of slow, superficial effleurage on the nervous system?

Accepted Answer

Slow, superficial effleurage stimulates parasympathetic nervous system activity, producing a sedating and relaxing effect on the client.

Question 4

What distinguishes nerve strokes from standard effleurage in terms of pressure and speed?

Accepted Answer

Nerve strokes use very light pressure and are performed slowly with the fingertips, making them the most superficial and sedating form of effleurage.

Question 5

What tissue manipulation differentiates petrissage from effleurage?

Accepted Answer

Petrissage lifts, rolls, squeezes, or kneads soft tissue away from underlying structures, whereas effleurage glides along the surface without lifting tissue.

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