Understanding Thumper
Massage should be pleasant and comfortable and
especially so with Thumper. You should be aware, however,
of the following possible reactions and their cause:
• ITCHING Because Thumper does not "rub" the skin,
itching usually does not occur. It may appear, however
under the following conditions:
a) if one has poor circulation
b) if irritable material or clothing is used between
Thumper and the skin (eg: synthetic materials)
c) if left in one spot too long (over 60 seconds) and is
due to increased circulation
d) if the relative humidity of the atmosphere is quite
low, during the dry winter months, for instance.
This causes hyperirritability of the skin to all forms
of stimulation.
• TICKLING
In the legs, tickling is a normal reaction
to stored muscle tension. Laughter helps release the
tension and should be encouraged. Tickling will subside
after approximately 5-10 seconds with Thumper "PARKED,"
while stroking will accentuate the tickling. The feet will not
tickle if Thumper is used in self treatment, but may tickle
when an operator places it on a patientʼs feet. The reason is
that you cannot tickle yourself (try it sometime).
How Thumper
Feels
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