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Glossary of Terms
Several commonly seen words used in both Massage and Aromatherapy.
Analgesic – Pain relieving
Anti-inflammatory – counteracts inflammation
Antirheumatic – relieves rheumatism (inflammation involving connective tissue like those found in joints).
Antiseptic – destroys micro-organisms
Carminative – stimulates the digestive system and relaxes the stomach, thereby preventing flatulence.
Cicatrisant – promotes healing by increasing the regeneration of skin cells and the [...]
Posted by: Kimberly Jansen on 2nd of December 2005 @ 6:49 pm
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