MT 1
When performing PNF on a client, the therapist moves a client’s joint into a stretch. Once resistance is met, the client will actively resist the movement being performed by the therapist. This puts the muscle into a ___ contraction.
Isometric
When performing a PNF stretch on a client, once a muscle is in isometric contraction how long should you hold the stretch?
20-30 seconds
5-10 seconds
1 minute
45 seconds
5-10 seconds
When massaging with gloves, it is important to know that massage oils and lotions can eat through and dissolve ___ easily.
Latex
When considering massage oils and lotions, it is important to always use lubricants that are ___.
Hypoallergenic
What equipment is commonly utilized when performing massages outside the normal office setting?
Massage Chairs
Why are bolsters used when massaging clients?
To take pressure of certain parts of the body
Hot towel cabinets are small boxes that increases internal temperature up to ___degrees Fahrenheit.
A) 120
B) 150
C) 170
D) 200
C) 170
During stretching and joint mobilizations, we experience ___.
End feels
An end feel is what causes a joint movement or stretch to ___
Not move any further
If utilizing gloves during a massage session it is important to always use ___ gloves.
Nonlatex
How often should the bottles in a massage therapists holster be cleaned with soap and water to prevent cross-contamination?
Empty end feels are a results of __ to an area, which prevents movement.
Trauma
A) Used to cool towels and ice packs
B) Used to heat gel packs filled with silica, gel, or rice
C) Used to keep massage equipement cleaned and sanitized
D) None of the above; not used in Massage therapy
B) Used to heat gel packs filled with silica, gel or rice
During PNF stretch, after the muscle is in isometric contraction and you hold the stretch for 5-10 seconds, the client relaxes, and the therapist is is able to move the stretch further until___, then PNF is repeated again.
Resistance is met again.
A __ feel is the result of soft tissues, such as muscles and tendons, pulling back on a joint, preventing any further movement.
Soft end
When stretching the quadriceps, the hip joint is moved into extension until resistance is met. The resistance is due to the quadriceps pulling back on the joint. If the quadriceps are loosened, the joint will move further. This is an example of ____ feel.
Soft end
Why is body mechanics extremely important to a massage therapist?
Proper body mechanics prevent a therapist from injuring themselves During a massage.
When considering proper body mechanics for massage therapists, what is the one thing that is often overlooked?
Height of massage table
Bow or Archer Stance
A __ feel is the results of structures, primarily bone, preventing a joint for moving further.
Hard end
When considering oral care, a massage therapists hands should always consider all of the following, except:
A) Teeth should always be flossed and brushed to prevent “bad breath”.
B) Gum should be considered when massaging a client to prevent “bad breath” and the mask the smell of odors coming from client.
C) Breathing directly on a client, even through the nose, should be avoided.
D) Smoking, even during breaks, should be avoided to prevent cigarette odors from remaining on the therapist.
B) Gum is not recommended while performing a massage as it can cause the therapist to choke or gag during the session.
When a therapists feet are placed perpendicular to the massage table, they are using what type of stance?
Horse or Warrior stance
The bow or archer stance is usual when performing what type of massage?
Effleurage
Hyperextension of a joint May result in __ bones.
Broken
Stance most used when performing compressions or friction massage?
Horse or Warrior stance
True or False: Proper handwashing technique for a therapist is to use soap and water and the areas being washed should extend past the elbow?
True
In regards to hand and nail care for a massage therapist, which statement is untrue:
A) A Therapist should avoid using acrylic nails and nail polish, as debris, oils, and skin from the client can become stuck under the nails.
B) Rings, bracelets, and other hand jewelry should not be worn during a massage session.
C) Fingernails should be kept trimmed at all times to avoid scratching or pinching clients.
D) Due to the harshness factor or callluses or warts on a massage therapists hands, they cannot perform massages until the warts are removed and calluses are smooth.
D) Warts and calluses on the hands of a therapist, should be softened with the use of lotions. This does not mean they cannot perform massages on clients. If open wounds occur, gloves will need to be worn while performing a massage.
A massage therapist appearance is important due to the following factors, except for:
A) A therapist should always have an overall professional appearance, such as properly washed and clean uniform.
B) Uniforms should be free from any stains, holes, pet dander, perfumes, and other scents or allergens that may trigger a response from a client.
C) Therapist should bathe at least every other day to remove oils, lotions, and other scents.
D) A massage therapist should wear deodorant to prevent body odor.
C) A massage therapist should bathe daily to remove any residual oils on skin.
A massage technique utilized to relax tender areas in the muscles that a person may be experiencing. This technique is performed by identifying the tender areas a client has, then positioning the body in a way to reduce tension in the area. Positions involving this technique are usually held for 90 seconds to 2 minutes.
Positional Release or Strain-Counterstrain
An __ feel is caused by neither muscle nor bone interfering with movement.
Empty end
A technique designed to increase the circulation of lymph utilizing very light strokes on the exteremities and face.
Lymphatic Drainage
When straightening the elbow or knee, they only go to a certain point, when they are prevented from going further due to the bones. This is a type of ___feel.
A popular Hawaiian massage that is similar to the swedish massage, which utilizes rhythmic gliding strokes. Theses strokes are used on the entire body and can move from the feet up to the head in one fluid movement. This requires minimal draping, usually nothing more than a hand towel covering the gluteal cleft, exposing the glutes.
Lomi Lomi (Iomi Massage)
Massage technique that is performed to the deeper layers of tissue, including the muscles and fascia.
Deep tissue massage
A very light massage techniques that helps release blockages in the flow of the cerebrospinal fluid which runs from the cranium to the sacrum is called:
Craniosacral therapy
An example of an Empty End Feel is:
A) Bone preventing further movement
B) Soft tissues prevent further movement
C) Trauma prevents further movement
D) Adipose prevents further movement
A type of treatment aimed at releasing restrictions in the muscles and fascia. This treatment uses light strokes in the direction towards the restriction, helping the muscle “unwind” on its own.
Myofascial release
A massage performed on pregnant women, usual semireclined position or side-lying.
Pregnancy massage
Endangerment sites for pregnant women are __ and ___.
Abdomen and Ankles.
With a sprained ankl, bruising and inflammation may occur, which immobilizes a joint to prevent further injury. This is a type of ___feel.
Empty End feel
Prior to a pregnancy massage, a therapist needs to factor the following, except for:
A) Trimester of the client
B) Age of the client
C) Any medical conditions such as diabetes or pitted edema, and or severe morning sickness, dizzy spells, etc.
D) Race and marital status
D) Race and martial status has no bearing on performing a massage and should never be factored.
Usually the most expensive and most used equipment that a massage therapist will own.
Massage table
Skin rolling is a form of ____ and is useful when performed on areas of scar tissue to help loosen adhesions. Muscles such as trapezius can greatly benefit from skin rolling.
Myofascial release
A sport massage which is usually performed 15 minutes before an event, will typically be stimulating, increasing circulation into the muscles and using Tapotement to active muscle spindles.
Pre-event sport massage
Inter-event sport massage is similar to pre-event massage except they do not typically use ___ techniques.
Tapotement
Massage designed for athletes. Preformed in many different forms and ways depending on the need of the athlete.
Sport massage
A structural realignment technique that involves the body being placed back into proper vertical alignment. Working on the fascia of the body, loosening the fascial helos the body return to natural positioning. This typically takes place over 10-12 sessions, with different parts of the body being worked on during each session.
Rolfing; Ida Rolfing
A form of energy work, in which the therapist channels universal energies into and throughout the client.
Reiki
Technique used to treat reflex points on the hands, feet, ears that corresponds to other tissues inside the body, such as organs.
Reflexology
3 Steps to PNF performed by a therapist
1: Stretch client
2: Isometric Contraction (5-10 seconds)
3: Relax and Stretch further
A sport massage that is much slower than other sport related massages. It is used to relax and calm the muscles, remove metabolic waste from tissues, and increase the flow if oxygen-rich blood into the muscles and aid in recovery.
Post-even sport massage
Most common type of massage in western massage therapy?
Swedish
Massage originating in Thailand and is performed on fully clothes individuals wearino loose fitting clothes on a floor mat. The therapists main goal is to stretch the client with specific movement techniques.
Thai massage
Teatment utilizing essential oils, which may Effect the brains limbic system. Allergies must be known of the client prior to this type of treatment
Aromatherapy
Tuina is the name of a modern Chinese massage that is used to balance the eight principles of chinese medicine. Those eight principles are known as palpating, rejoining, opposin, kneading, pressing, lifting, ___, and pushing.
Holding
Effects in the body that are caused by stimulation if the nervous system resulting from massage.
Reflective