What is Friction massage?
Category: Physical Therapy
Generic name: Massage Therapy
Friction massage is a type of physical therapy in which penetrating pressure applied through fingertips. It is used for the treatment of tendinopathy, muscle strain, ligament lesions and scar healing .
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tendinitis | 1 | 0 |
- Major
- Moderate
- Slight
- None
- Can't tell
Why patients stopped taking Friction massage
Multiple reasons could be selected
| Reason | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Course of treatment ended | 1 | |
| Doctor's advice | 1 |
Duration
Stopped going to Friction massage
| Duration | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - 2 years | 1 |
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