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1 Provide Body Treatments Week 1B T3 2017

2 Body Characteristics and Posture Body Types Measuring and Weighing G5 Machine Infra-Red Lamp

3 How the skin reacts to machinery Body machine Galvanic machine High frequency machine Steamer G5 mechanical massager Reaction Prickling sensation on the skin Warms and relaxes the tissue Warms and softens the skin Speeds up elimination of toxins due to using firm massage pressure

4 Body Characteristics To Consider In A Consultation BODY TYPES Somatotypes POSTURAL CONDITIONS FIGURE CONDITIONS Determining body characteristics allows for correct treatment planning. It gives clients real expectations of achievable goals and outcomes.

5 Body characteristics BE DISCREET HEIGHT AND WEIGHT RECORDED: EVERY 3 rd or 6 TH TREATMENT POSITION FIXING NOT ALL CLIENTS NEED WEIGHT LOSS: TONING POSTURE CORRECTION: WILL IMMEDIATELY IMPROVE APPEARANCE

6 Posture LINE FALLS THROUGH EAR THROUGH SHOULDER IN FRONT OF UPPER BACK THROUGH LUMBAR SPINE THROUGH HIP IN FRONT OF KNEE MIDDLE OF FOOT TAKE A LOCK OF HAIR FROM THE CROWN OF THE HEAD AND PULL

7 Postural problems ROUNDED SHOULDERS FORWARD HEAD TILT SWAY BACK SCOLIOSIS: Spine abnormally curved to one side FLAT FEET: Feet have no arch PIGEON CHEST: Abnormally protruding ribcage

8 Somatotypes Fat and Muscle distribution: Body type set for life fatty deposits and muscles can be worked on

for high fat storage causes easier weight gain and can struggle to maintain normal weight Muscles can be very

9 ENDOMORPH Have curvy body and large bones, and can be usually identified by their soft and round bodies. Have hips that are wider than shoulders Have limbs that are shorter in relation to trunk A slow metabolism and a capacity for high fat storage causes easier weight gain and can struggle to maintain normal weight Muscles can be very underdeveloped but can easily puts on muscle through strength training Though can tire easily, can develop good endurance and cardio strength with training

Body shape is angular with little or no curves - described as pencil or ruler Long limbs in comparison to trunk Hyperactive with a

10 ECTOMORPH A delicate build with small bones and joints. Can be identified as skinny with low fat and muscle mass Have narrow hips and shoulders which are the same width. Body shape is angular with little or no curves - described as pencil or ruler Long limbs in comparison to trunk Hyperactive with a fast metabolism so seem to eat whatever they want. Can eat often in small amounts as gets full quickly. Has difficulty building muscle and gaining weight Can put weight on when gets older due to poor diet and exercise habits when younger

MESOMORPH Dense muscle with strong bones and well defined broad shoulders

waisted which is toned and taut Low body fat stored evenly over body

burn fat easily, and can therefore maintain healthy weight range easily.

11 MESOMORPH Dense muscle with strong bones and well defined broad shoulders Wide shoulders with a small waist can be described as T-Shape Usually short waisted which is toned and taut Low body fat stored evenly over body Physically strong, high energy and a fast metabolism Able to build muscle and burn fat easily, and can therefore maintain healthy weight range easily. Can have large appetite when exercising so must be careful when less active over a period of time.

Measuring and Weighing Helps encourage client and allows them to see progress Beneficial to developing a suitable treatment plan for the client Allows

12 Measuring and Weighing Helps encourage client and allows them to see progress Beneficial to developing a suitable treatment plan for the client Allows therapist to target specific areas In general bust, waist hips & thigh measurements are taken Discretion, privacy and confidentiality must be considered

13 How to Measure your client Depending on treatment, measurements might be taken only for a certain area Client to stand with feet shoulder width apart and facing forward, arms to be relaxed at the sides. Measure from the ground to desired point. Record this measurement. - A number of measurements from ground around the body circumference may be needed to get accurate line. Measure around the circumference of the body part. Record this measurement. Upper limbs: take initial measurement from elbow to desired point and then measure circumference.

14 Galvanic Desincrustation Direct current Active electrode: Negative Acid Mantle is broken down Alkaline effect Stimulates nerve endings Alkaline reaction Sodium Hydroxide Saponification: Liquefies sebum Softens/relaxes skin tissue Increases blood circulation Iontophoresis Direct current Active electrode: Positive Calms nerve endings Hardens skin tissue Acid reaction (hydrochloric acid) Decreases blood flow

15 Machine Contraindications Prevent Treatment ABSOLUTE (7) Migraines Epilepsy Severe Vascular conditions Metal in body / mouth Heart Conditions / Pacemaker unmedicated high blood pressure Pregnancy, possible pregnancy Cancer

16 Mechanical massage/ G5 Recommended for : Thicker/excess adipose tissue Deeper massage than manual Targeting specific areas Used in conjunction with a body contouring programme. Used in conjunction with a body massage programme.

17 Benefits of Mechanical massage/ G5 Improves lymphatic circulation Stimulates blood circulation Sloughs away dead skin Relaxes and eases muscles Helps with deeper product penetration so makes it suitable for cellulite treatments

18 Mechanical massage/g5 Attachments Sponge mimics effleurage, can be flat or curved. Hard rubber head-mimic petrissage, deep pressure for heavy adipose areas, deep muscle work and sloughs away dead skin. Spiky and brush heads-mimic light percussion stroke, stimulate lymphatic system,

19 Mechanical massage/g5

20 Mechanical massage/g5

21 Mechanical massage/g5 Precautions: Avoid the vertebral column. Avoid bony areas. Only use heads that are appropriate for that area, for example, the four ball head or egg box head must only be used on heavy muscle areas such as the gluteal. Making and breaking contact should be smooth. Males-take care with body hair

22 Infra-red heat lamp therapy Benefits: Increases circulation, including increased sweat gland activity Warms tissue, creates erythema, preps skin for deeper Treatment. Dilates pores Relaxes tense muscles Preheats tissues prior to treatment. Increases absorption of products

23 Infra-red heat lamp therapy

24 Infra-red heat lamp therapy Precautions : Always follow manufacturers instructions Ensure client doesn t touch lamp Lamp must be positioned at correct distance/ angle from client Always check for contraindications Allow lamp to cool before storing away

References Koslova-Fu, V. 2007. Cressy s Beauty Therapy Fact File, Elsevier Australia, New South Wales, Australia.

25 References Koslova-Fu, V Cressy s Beauty Therapy Fact File, Elsevier Australia, New South Wales, Australia. Thomson Delmar Learning Milady s Standard Esthetics Fundamentals 10 th Ed. Thomson Delmar Learning, Canada Learner Guide WRBBS407B Provide body treatment

Unit 307 Level 3 vrq Beauty Therapy. Beauty Therapy L3 VRQ_Unit 307_Proof 4.indd 82. Image courtesy of Walsall College

Unit 307 Level 3 vrq Beauty Therapy Beauty Therapy L3 VRQ_Unit 307_Proof 4.indd 82 Image courtesy of Walsall College 82 6/7/11 17:33:33 307 Provide body electrotherapy treatments As a beauty therapist,