To treat trigger points and check for fascial restrictions, which technique is used with Petrissage?

Petrissage is a massage technique that involves kneading and rolling the muscles to improve circulation and promote relaxation. When combined with skin rolling, it enhances the effectiveness of the treatment by specifically targeting the fascia and the underlying muscle tissue.

Skin rolling involves lifting and rolling the skin and underlying fascia, which is particularly beneficial for identifying and treating fascial restrictions. This technique allows the therapist to mobilize the fascia, improving its elasticity and reducing tension in the soft tissues. By using skin rolling alongside petrissage, the therapist can access areas that may be affected by trigger points, thereby providing a more comprehensive treatment approach.

While techniques like effleurage and static compression serve different purposes in massage therapy, they do not specifically focus on the manipulation of fascia in the same way that skin rolling does. Deep tissue massage primarily emphasizes deep pressure into the muscle layers rather than the fascial focus achieved with skin rolling.