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Pathology Key Terms

TermDefinition
The 4 T’s Of Palpation T- temperature T- tenderness T- texture T- tone
Absolute Contraindication In which Massage is inappropriate, not advised and may be harmful to the client.
Contraindication Presence of a disease or physical condition that makes the task of treating a particular client on the usual manner, inadvisable.
Local Contraindication Contraindication in which Massage can be administered while avoiding the infected or inflamed areas in question.
Assessment Process involved in appraising a client’s condition based on reporting and objective findings.
Subjective Data Information learned from the client or the clients guardian or representative.
Objective Data Information that is measurable and quantative.
Hypoallergenic Product that underwent lengthy testing and the majority of subjects were unaffected.
Acute Pain that begins abruptly and usually has an identifiable/recognizable cause.
Chronic Pain that develops slowly and persists for long periods.
Comorbid Presence of one or more diseases, in addition to a primary disease.
Palpation Touching with purpose and intent.
Client Interview An important asset of assessment in addition to a basic form the client fills out.
Attending Therapist The person who is conducting the client interview.
Listening Primary skill used by the therapist when gathering subjective information.
Observation One of two primary skills used for gathering objective information that includes Palpation.
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