Historical Overview of Massage
What is the "ethical and professional application of structured, therapeutic touch to benefit soft-tissue health movement, posture, and neurological patterns"
What is massage, as defined by the Coalition of National Massage Therapy Organizations.
Define scope of practice.
What is
Scope of practice defines the rights and activities that are legally acceptable according to the licenses of a particular occupation or profession.
What are some important considerations when preparing a space to do massage?
What is:
A massage space should be comfortable, clean, and free of distractions and safety hazards. It should be of an adequate size, well ventilated, and a comfortably warm temperature.
Why is it particularly important for a massage practitioner to practice rules of infection control?
As a practitioner, you should practice the rules of infection control because you are responsible for safeguarding the client’s health as well as your own health.
The origin of massage can be traced to at least four sources.
What is
The Greek root masso, or massein - to touch or handle
The Latin root massa
The Arabic root mass'h or mass - to press softly
The Sanskrit word makeh- to press softly
Why must the massage practitioner be concerned about the laws, rules, regulations, and obligations pertaining to the practice of therapeutic body massage?
What is:
The practitioner must be concerned about the laws, rules, regulations, and obligations concerning the practice of therapeutic body massage, because the practitioner has a responsibility to the public and to individual clients. Massage is a personal, health-related service, and as such, strict rules must be observed.
Approximately how much space is optimal for a massage space?
What is:
A room that is 10 feet by 12 feet allows ample space for a massage table, desk, dressing area, and other equipment and supplies necessary to perform massage. [
What are the methods used to eliminate or reduce the transmission of infectious organisms.
What is
Infection Control
Who is modern massage terminology credited to?
Who is Dr. Johann Mezger of Amsterdam, Holland, who had a successful practice using massage to treat a variety of ailments. He introduced the french terminology: effleurage, petrissage, and tapotment.
Why do laws governing the practice of massage often differ from one state to another?
What is:
Laws governing the practice of massage often differ because there are no national standards. The definition of massage and the educational requirements for obtaining a license vary. With nearly 90 percent of states requiring licensing for massage, there is not a clearly defined scope of practice. [
Why is it important to be able to adjust the height of the massage table?
What is:
The height of the massage table should be adjusted to give the practitioner more leverage to do the massage efficiently. Correct height also allows for good body mechanics and prevents the practitioner from becoming fatigued
What is the difference between pathogenic and nonpathogenic bacteria?
What is:
Pathogenic bacteria are harmful, whereas nonpathogenic bacteria are harmless and sometimes helpful.
A person contemplating a career in Massage should have an understanding of problems of the past and the progress that has been made over time. Understanding the past helps us to measure our progress in the development of the art and practice of therapeutic body massage.
What is the general educational requirement for a license to practice massage?
The general educational requirements to practice massage vary depending on discipline or techniques and the licensing requirements of the city or state where the practice is located. Because there is no national standard for massage therapy, licensing laws can contain no educational requirement or might require as much as 1,000 hours of training. Of the states that license massage at the time of publication of this text, the educational requirements vary from 500 to 1,000 hours of training.
Why aren't mineral oils recommended for massage?
What is:
They tend to clog pores
Name three forms of pathogenic (harmful) bacteria.
What are.
Three forms of pathogenic (harmful) bacteria are cocci, bacilli, and spirilla.
How did the invention of the printing press in the 15th century help further the practice of massage and therapeutic exercise?
What is
The invention of the printing press in the latter part of the fifteenth century led to publishing more writings in the arts and sciences. This improved circulation of educational materials led to a better understanding of the value of massage and exercise as therapeutic aids.
Define the term evidence-informed practice.
What is:
Evidence-informed practice refers to creating a clinical practice based on a balance of three elements: current scientific evidence, clinical experience, and the client’s wishes.
What is an auxiliary piece of equipment that allows a client to sit, fully supported, in a comfortable manner and receive massage while fully clothed?
What is:
A massage chair.
What is the best method for keeping the hands and nails clean?
What is:
The best method for keeping the hands and nails clean is to scrub them with antibacterial soap and warm water for a minimum of 15 seconds. The hands are then rinsed thoroughly and dried with a clean towel. The towel is then used to turn off the water so that the hand is not recontaminated by touching the faucet.