Full-Body Swedish
Regional Massage-Upper Body
Regional Massage-Lower Body
Mechanics, Table Skills, and Application Guidelines
Outcall Massage
100
1) Which of the following statements about full-body Swedish massage is most correct? A) It is limited mainly to effleurage and petrissage techniques. B) It is primarily for general relaxation. C) It includes both general health and therapeutic goals. D) It is performed in a prescribed routine.
Answer: C) It includes both general health and therapeutic goals.
100
The general direction of abdominal massage is: A) Medial to lateral B) Distal to proximal C) Counterclockwise D) Clockwise
Answer: D) Clockwise
100
Which technique is recommended over varicose veins? A) Deep effleurage B) Direct pressure C) Superficial pressure D) Vibration
Answer: C) Superficial pressure
100
Where are bolsters typically placed to support a client in the supine position on a massage table?
Answer: knees
100
Traveling away from one’s usual place of business to perform massage in an external location is known as _________.
Answer: Outcall massage
200
Techniques that serve to provide continuity and flow from one section of the body to the next are called ________ techniques.
Answer: transition
200
Tender spots in the upper trapezius are treated effectively with ________ techniques.
Answer: direct pressure
200
What is palpatory sensitivity? A) The massage practitioner's ability to feel the condition of tissues being massaged B) The degree of sensitivity a client experiences during a session C) How sensitive tissues are D) Areas in the body prone to trigger points
Answer: A) The massage practitioner's ability to feel the condition of tissues being massaged
200
A good guideline for the use of lubricant for massage applications is: A) Use a lot of oil to provide maximum slide B) Use liberally for specific techniques such as deep friction C) Use no lubricant for people with a lot of body hair D) Use the least amount needed to apply techniques effectively
Answer: D) Use the least amount needed to apply techniques effectively
200
Outcall massage includes _____ or ______ massage.
Answer: seated, table
300
Which stroke is best for providing continuity when transitioning from one area to another? A) Friction B) Vibration C) Petrissage D) Effleurage
Answer: D) Effleurage
300
Which of the following are large superficial muscles of the back? A) The iliocostalis, longissimus, and spinalis B) The trapezius and latissimus dorsi C) The subscapularis and upper trapezius D) The teres major and minor
B) The trapezius and latissimus dorsi
300
Which of the following is a general contraindication for massage of the feet? A) Bunions B) Varicose veins C) Athlete's foot D) Flat feet
Answer: C) Athlete's foot
300
According to the principle called stacking the joints, a massage therapist applying thumb pressure to a point would: A) Stack the other fingers in a row B) Line up the bones of the wrist and shoulder C) Line up the bones of the thumb and wrist D) Apply pressure with the thumb abducted
Answer: C) Line up the bones of the thumb and wrist
300
True or false: Outcall massage feels more clinical, and less personal.
Answer: false
400
Having a ________ as a framework allows you to focus attention on developing specific skills.
Answer: routine
400
An effective technique for massaging the small areas around the temple is ________.
Answer: circular friction
400
Tense muscles in the buttocks region can impinge on the ________ nerve.
Answer: sciatic
400
Which of the following is avoided when applying direct pressure with the thumb? A) Stacking the joints B) Adduction C) Abduction D) Alignment with the wrist
Answer: C) Abduction
400
Which of the following was not part of the original concept for the massage chair? A) To make massage more accessible to the general public B) To enable easy transport C) To be used for Swedish massage with application of oil or lotion D) To enable clients to receive massage sitting up
Answer: C) To be used for Swedish massage with application of oil or lotion
500
In general, in what direction should massage be applied to the limbs?
Answer: Distal to proximal
500
The social and emotional associations people have for different body regions are examples of their ______.
Answer: human meaning
500
Another term for walking is ________.
Answer: bipedal locomotion
500
Which of the following describes good hand mechanics during thumb pressure techniques? A) Thumb and wrist joints in a straight line B) Thumb abducted C) Wrist in slight adduction D) Wrist in hyperextension
Answer: A) Thumb and wrist joints in a straight line
500
True or false: Mutual consent is an acceptable reason to ignore draping guidelines during an outcall massage.
Answer: False
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