Distractors
Move with your whole body to allow mechanical forces such as compression of stretch to be distributed through all the muscles and joints
When applying deep pressure, face the direction of your stroke, lean into your hands with your whole body, and push from your feet as well as your hands
To protect your back while giving massage, engage your core muscles; keep your spine extended and straight; and keep your chest, neck, and head lifted
Key
Whenever lifting a client's arm or leg, bend your spine and lock your knees, then use your upper body strength to hoist the limb
Question
Which of the following concepts does not apply to effective body mechanics: