2. General effects
oIncreased blood circulation which improves skin colour and
transports nutrients and oxygen to the skin cells and muscles.
oIncreased venous blood and lymph circulation, increases
removal of toxins and waste materials.
oDesquamation, improved skin texture by removal of surface
dead skin cells.
oRelaxing of tense muscles due to the heating effect.
oSoftening of areas of soft and hard adipose tissue.
oStimulation of sensory nerve endings.
oStimulation of skin function, increasing sebaceous gland activity.
Gyratory vibratory treatment
3. oTo reduce localised fatty deposits. This is
commonly referred to a ‘spot reduction’.
oTo improve areas of cellulite.
oTo stimulate a sluggish lymphatic and blood
circulation, improving cellular metabolism.
oTo improve a dry skin condition by removing
dead skin cells and improving sebaceous
gland activity.
Body use
4.
5. The gyratory massage machine may be floor-standing or hand-held.
The gyratory vibration of the massage head is driven by a powerful
electric motor. An internal fan draws air through the motor to keep it
cool. The air vents on the motor unit must not be obstructed.
Floor-standing vibratory machine
Electric motor is supported on a pedestal. A flexible drive shaft
connects the motor to the vibratory head. Various applicators are
attached to the head - these stimulate the therapeutic effects of
manual massage.
Hand-held vibratory machine
Has a variable speed controller that creates either a deeper,
soothing massage or a more superficial, stimulating effect.
Electrical science
7. Safe starting:
o Sanitise work area and equipment.
o Check for contra-indications.
o Ensure equipment stable/ no trailing wires etc.
o Attach head securely and switch on away from
client.
Pre-treatment procedure for gyratory
massage with due
regard to health and safety.
8. Safe working:
o Explain treatment effects and sensation to client.
o Apply talc to the area, oil will damage sponge heads
o Use sponge heads to warm area
o Apply long effleurage strokes using your other hand
to lead.
o Use petrissage head in kneading motion using your
other hand to feed the tissue towards the applicator
Pre-treatment safety continues
9. o Do not exceed 30 minutes on a specific area.
o For spot reduction it should be incorporated into a
treatment programme of twice weekly for 4- 6 weeks.
o For relaxation used as required.
Safe stopping:
o Switch machine off away from client.
o Wash applicator head (not sponge heads) with hot
soapy water.
o Wipe down machine with sanitiser.
Pre-treatment safety continues
10.
11. Floor standing model
oRound smooth rubber
applicator
oRound smooth water massage
head
oRound sponge applicator
oCurved sponge applicator
o‘Eggbox’ rubber applicator
Applicator attachments
12. o‘Pronged’ rubber applicator –good for gluteals
oFootball’ rubber applicator- used for cellulite
o‘Directional stroking’ applicator
o‘Spiky’ rubber applicator-used all over
o‘Lighthouse’ rubber applicator-used either side spine/scapula
Applicator attachments
(cont.)
14. oAfter use, attachments should be washed in
warm soapy water to remove talc, dead skin
cells and sebum.
oThey are then dried and disinfected in an
ultraviolet cabinet.
oDisposable protective attachment coverings
may be purchased from larger wholesalers.
Sterilisation and disinfection
15. oManual massage may be applied to soothe the skin following
treatment application. This will also increase the lymphatic
drainage effect. Other treatments may also be offered which
achieve a different complimentary effect.
oOffer client a glass of water for hydration.
oEncourage the use of skin-care preparations to increase skin
firmness or tone a localised problem area, e.g. gels and creams
applied in light circular movements, working in an upward
direction.
oNutritional advice should be given if the client is on a weight-
reducing diet.
oSupportive exercises for the body may also be given.
Aftercare
16. oBruising caused by:
oToo heavy an application
oIncorrect choice of applicator head for treatment
area
oToo lengthy a treatment application
Skin scratching and irritation caused by:
oIncorrect choice and application of applicator hear
(usually the sponge and spiky applicator)
Contra-actions
17. •Excessive erythema caused by:
•Incorrect choice and application of applicator head
•Too lengthy a treatment application
•Skin allergic to sponge if used
•Too heavy an application
Contra-actions
