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A B M P m e m b e r s ea r n F R E E C E h o u r s by rea d i n g t h i s i s s u e ! 89 thigh slightly off the table. (Be cautious with this lift just in case the client isn't f lexible enough to allow this stretch to the quadriceps and/or psoas.) Again, generate a medial to lateral swing. Note that the swing can be subtle. It doesn't need to be a wide swing to be effective. The point is to encourage the client to give you the entire weight of their limb, which allows the muscles surrounding the joint to soften and allow the motion. SWEET SURRENDER When you think of oscillation, think surrender. Surrendering control or letting go of holding patterns can be stimulating, such as the joy generated by putting down a heavy load or burden. It can also be calming, such as letting go of one's grip on things like racing thoughts or control over one's environment, surroundings, or present circumstances. In some cases, it can induce emotional release as the client allows a held emotion or experience in their tissues to finally break loose. The first time I experienced it, I sobbed! And then I felt a lightness and calm that hadn't been there. I believe most of the tension we touch in our work comes from our clients' need for control in a world that feels out of control. Therefore, we provide a safe space to shake it off, surrender, and be safely in our hands experiencing good vibrations on every level. Note 1. Physiopedia, "Vibration and Pain Management," accessed March 2024, www.physio-pedia. com/Vibration_and_pain_management. Since 2000, Cindy Williams, LMT, has been actively involved in the massage profession as a practitioner, school administrator, instructor, curriculum developer, and mentor. In addition to maintaining a part- time massage and bodywork practice and teaching yoga, she is a freelance content writer and educational consultant. Contact her at massagetherapyfortwayne@gmail.com. RESOURCES Fritz, S., and L. A. Fritz. Mosby's Fundamentals of Therapeutic Massage, 7th ed. (Amsterdam: Elsevier, 2021). Ingraham, Paul. "Vibration Theories, from Massage Guns to Jacuzzis." PainScience. com. Last updated September 19, 2022. www. painscience.com/articles/vibration-therapy.php the limb, then pull down with one swift tug. Then, shake it from side to side in short movements. This application should only be applied for up to 10 seconds. Rocking What happens when you rock a baby? They go to sleep! Similarly, rocking has a calming effect on the body. Perform this variation by sandwiching the limb or sides of the body between your hands, then alternately pushing with one hand, then the other, to create a rocking motion. Rocking the entire body from the pelvis and hips is a great way to set the tone of relaxation at the start of each session. Rocking is also perfect before beginning to work on a limb. Be sure the rocking motion originates from the proximal joint. For example, place your hands on the thigh to rock the leg so the motion occurs at the hip joint rather than the knee. Swinging Swinging involves lifting the client's arm or leg off the table and literally swinging it from side to side. For example, in supine position, grasp the arm at the wrist, lift the arm off the table so the elbow f lexes and you are holding the entire weight of it. Then, generate a gentle force so the elbow swings medial to lateral. Or, in prone position, grasp the ankle, f lex the knee, and lift the WATCH VIDEO "CREATING SURRENDER THROUGH OSCILLATION TECHNIQUES" Vibration Swinging Rocking Shaking