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pétrissage /pé·tris·sage/ (pa″tre-sahzh´) [Fr.] massage in which the muscles are kneaded and pressed. pétrissage [pā′trisäzh′] Etymology: Fr, petrir, to knead a technique in massage in which the skin is gently lifted and squeezed. Pétrissage promotes circulation and relaxes muscles. Compare effleurage, rolling effleurage. pétrissage [F.] a technique used in massage therapy in which the skin is lifted and squeezed. The purpose is to free adhesions and improve local circulation. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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