This section is from the book "Massage And The Original Swedish Movements", by Kurre W. Ostrom. Also available from Amazon: Massage and the Original Swedish Movements.
There are certain movements which so affect the central or sympathetic nerve-system that they are called by some authors "sleeping-movements."
As a rule, the general active movements are sufficient. The treatment should always be applied at bedtime. The following manipulations and treatments will prove beneficial:
1. Firm general massage.
2. S. depression and elevation of arms.
3. Half L. flexion and extension of legs.
5. Separating and closing of arms.
6. L. raising of body.
7. St. bending of knees.
8. Massage of head.
 
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