Balance of Five Elements(Wood,

Fire, Water, Metal, Earth)

 Five Elements(Wood, Fire, Water, Metal,
Earth)
These five elements (also known as the
Five Phases) are: Wood, Fire, Earth,
Metal and Water. Each element has
many associated qualities. Each
element also has a season, color,
taste and Yin/Yang Organ Meridian
pair that reflect some of those
qualities.
Five Elements(Wood, Fire, Water, Metal,
Earth)
The Control Cycle balances the Creation Cycle by
inhibiting or suppressing the energy of the elements
connected by lines to make a five pointed star.

• METAL controls WOOD by cutting it

• WOOD controls Earth by holding it in place
with roots.
• EARTH controls WATER by containing and
absorbing it
• WATER controls FIRE by extinguishing it.
• FIRE controls METAL be melting it.
 Identifying the Vital Information
of the Client
I. PERSONAL DETAILS - These details will
enable you to contact the client
quickly should you need to cancel or
change an appointment or for any
other reason. They will also enable
you to seek advice from his/her
doctor should this be necessary.
PERSONAL DETAILS
• Name
• Address
• Date of birth
• Status
• Home and work telephone numbers
• Occupation
• Doctor‘s name, address and telephone
number
• Vital signs/ BP Temperature
II. MASSAGE ANALYSIS
• These details will again highlight contra-
indications that will indicate whether
massage would be suitable for the client.
They will also provide information
regarding the client‘s previous
experience of massage. Did s/he find it
beneficial; are there any preferences,
likes and dislikes that should be
recorded?
II. MASSAGE ANALYSIS

• contra-indications
• has client received massage in the
past?
• how long ago?
III. OTHER INFORMATION
This information will help you formulate the
best treatment plan to meet the needs of the
client. The plan should then be fully
explained to the client; s/he must be given
the opportunity to ask questions and given
full answers to allay any concerns or fears.
The long term objective, the cost and timing
must be agreed and a consent form signed
by the client reasons for requesting massage
expectations from the treatment any
concerns or worries
CLIENT’S DATA REPORT SAMPLE:
Health History
PAST MEDICAL HISTORY
These details will enable you to establish the client‘s
state of health; the likelihood of any contra-
indications as a result of past illnesses; whether
particular care must be taken over certain areas and
whether medical referral is necessary. If the client
suffers from a condition that is an absolute contra-
indication then massage must not be given.

• surgical operations
• pregnancies
• serious illness
PRESENT MEDICAL HISTORY
These details will indicate whether massage will be
helpful to this client and will influence the type of
massage to be given, e.g. if the client is stressed
then a relaxing massage will be the choice. If there
is pain and stiffness then the massage will be
adapted to meet these needs.

• Medication
• general health
• current treatments
• identification of stress: work, home or other sources
CONTRA-INDICATION
 Understanding contra-indications
Massage must always be given to bring about
improvement, either of specific conditions, or the
general well-being of each client. Clients should
always feel that the treatment is beneficial and
helping them to achieve their desired results. Massage
should never be given if there is any risk of harming
the client or making any condition worse.
The effects of massage may be harmful in certain
circumstances. The following explanations will help
you to understand why massage should not be carried
out if certain conditions are present. There are
dangers associated with the following:
Cardio-vascular problems
Massage is thought to increase blood flow, which is
desirable in many conditions, but can be dangerous in
others.

Lymphatic drainage
The lymphatic system removes excess fluid from all
over the body, returning it into the bloodstream. Because
massage increases lymphatic flow, the rate in which these
toxic substances are carried and spread around the body is
increased. Be particularly aware if the client has swollen or
painful lymph glands; do not massage, and seek medical
advice.
• Skin contact and friction
As the hands move over the client‘s skin, any
bacterial, viral or fungal infections can be spread over
the skin to a non-infected area or onto the
therapist‘s hands. Infections may be transmitted
from client to therapist or from therapist to client in
this way.
The healing process
Any injury or damage to the tissues or fractures
of bones must be allowed to heal completely before
massage is given to the area. If massage is given
before healing is complete, there is a danger of
further damage to the tissues and delaying the
healing process.
Pins and plates
If massage is performed over an area where pins
and plates have been inserted to stabilise bones and
joints, there is a danger of their becoming loose, and
also, through the pressure of massage over any
protruding parts, there is a danger of damaging the
surrounding soft tissues.
Allergic reactions
The oil or cream etc. used as the massage
medium may cause an allergic reaction in some
clients. This will produce an excessive erythema: the
area becoming very red and hot or a rash may
appear. Remove the medium immediately and wash
in warm water.
Fragile skin
There is always a danger of breaking down
fragile, thin skin, causing open wounds.
Particular care must be taken with diabetics and
anyone on steroid treatments as the skin may be
fragile and healing may be slow. Plenty of
lubrication and light pressure only must be used.
Infections
It is common sense to avoid touching
anything infectious such as athlete‘s foot,
eczema and also to treat someone if they have a
contagious disease such as chicken fox.
Inflammation
Deep massage worsens any type of inflammation,
whether an inflamed injury, irritable bowels, or an inflamed
arthritic joint,. Indications of inflammation include heat, pain
or discomfort, swelling, and redness. Light, gentle stroking,
however, may offer some relief and comfort. Threat
undiagnosed inflammation under the skin (any unusual lump
or bump) with caution, It may indicate a cyst that might burst
or, more worryingly, a cancerous growth.

Cancer
One school of thought postulates that massage can
spread cancer through the lymphatic system. While this
remains unproven and there is much evidence to dispute the
theory, it is a good idea to obtain permission from a doctor
before massaging people with cancer.
Pregnancy and Full Stomach
During the first three months of pregnancy,
do not massage with any pressure on the
abdomen and lower back, this is the most
common time period for miscarriage, and
massage can stimulate contractions. During the
two or three days of menstruation, massage on
the abdomen and lower back may make
bleeding heavier, check your partners
preference before giving a massage. Avoid
massaging if someone has just eaten, as the
massage could make them feel nauseated.
Guess the word. This game is also called “The charade” where the
students will get the chance to remember the lesson in a fun way.

Mechanics:
1. Group the students into two (2).
2. Write down the different contra indications on a piece of
paper and place it on a ―Bowl of words‖
3. Ask the group to assign somebody who will act out the contra
indications written on a piece of paper which he/she earlier
picked on a ―bowl of words‖.
4. The remaining members of each team will get the chance to
say their guess in 1 minute time.
5. If the group have not give the correct answer the contender of
other group get the chance to guess the word.
6. The group who got 3 correct answers will be announced as the
winner.
5’s Methodology
 What are 5’s Methodology
It is important to consider safety measures in the
workplace. It is not the result of cleaning up once a
week or even once a day. It is the result of keeping
the workplace cleaned-up all the time. It is an
essential factor in a good safety program, promoting
safety, health production and morale.
Besides preventing accidents and injuries, good
housekeeping saves space, time and materials.
When a workplace is clean, orderly, and free of
obstruction, work can get done safely and properly.
Workers feel better, think better, do better work, and
increase the quantity and quality of work.
 You can use the 5S methodology to help you organize your
tasks at the end of every working day.

Shitsuke (Self –Discipline) – this process involves

extensive training for workers to perform their
duties for proper practices and policies in their
workplace.
Seiri (Sort) – This is a process for identifying whether
certain items are needed, and those that are
needed are immediately discarded to use space
effectively.
Seiso (sweep) – this is a process for keeping everything
in the workplace clean. Always keep equipments in
full working order so that it can be used at anytime.
Seiton (systemize) – this is a process for sorting
tools and parts in an order that facilitates their
use.
Seiketsu (standardize) – this is a process for
maintaining the seiri, seiton, and seiso
conditions in an effort to prevent every possible
problem from occurring. It is also a process for
keeping your workplace clean by classifying
everything and eliminating unnecessary items.