Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
petrissage
noun
/ˌpɛtrɪˈsɑːʒ/
Definition
A massage technique that involves kneading the muscles to relieve tension and improve circulation.
Examples
- Petrissage is commonly used in therapeutic massages.
- During the spa treatment, the therapist applied petrissage to soothe the client’s sore muscles.
- Many athletes benefit from petrissage to enhance recovery after intense training.
Meaning
Petrissage refers to the method of manipulating the muscles through kneading and compression, which helps to ease tightness and enhance relaxation.
Synonyms
- kneading
- manipulation
- massage
