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Redness, heat, swelling, pain, and loss of function are the classic signs of this process.
What is inflammation?
Another name for hypertension.
What is high blood pressure?
Loss of appetite and dangerously low body weight describe this eating disorder.
What is anorexia
This condition causes bones to become weak and brittle, requiring lighter pressure during massage.
What is osteoporosis?
A condition or situation that means a massage should not be performed, or should be modified, because it could be harmful.
What is a contraindication?
These are areas of the body where nerves and blood vessels lie close to the surface and require extra caution during massage.
What are endangerment sites?
An abnormal sideways curvature of the spine.
What is scoliosis?
This term describes swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in body tissues.
What is edema?
This type of swelling occurs because lymph fluid cannot drain properly.
What is lymphedema?
The redness and warmth of the skin caused by increased blood flow, often seen after massage.
What is hyperemia?
The branch of the autonomic nervous system responsible for "rest and digest," promoting relaxation and recovery.
What is the parasympathetic nervous system?
Massage may increase levels of this neurotransmitter, which is linked to improved mood and well-being.
What is serotonin?
The part of the nervous system made up of the brain and spinal cord.
What is the central nervous system?
The division of the nervous system consisting of all nerves outside the brain and spinal cord.
What is the peripheral nervous system?
This neurotransmitter is associated with motivation, reward, and feelings of pleasure.
What is dopamine?
The body's ability to maintain a stable internal environment despite changes inside or outside the body.
What is homeostasis?
The body system responsible for receiving sensory information, processing it, and sending signals throughout the body.
What is the nervous system?
A weakened, balloon-like bulge in the wall of an artery that could rupture if too much pressure is applied.
What is an aneurysm?
Enlarged, twisted superficial veins that should not receive deep pressure.
What are varicose veins?
This condition is inflammation of a vein and is generally a contraindication over the affected area.
What is phlebitis?
The branch of the autonomic nervous system responsible for the "fight-or-flight" response, increasing heart rate and alertness.
What is the sympathetic nervous system?
A localized collection of blood outside a blood vessel, often caused by trauma.
What is a hematoma?
This potentially dangerous condition combines inflammation of a vein with the presence of a blood clot.
What is thrombophlebitis?
A blood clot or other material that travels through the bloodstream and may block a vessel.
What is an embolus?
Massage is no longer considered automatically contraindicated for this disease, but treatment should be coordinated with the client's healthcare team.
What is cancer?
Another name for a bruise caused by blunt trauma.
What is a contusion?
While performing a leg massage, you notice a hot, red, swollen area over a vein that is painful to the touch. What condition should you suspect and avoid massaging?
What is thrombophlebitis?
This theory suggests that non-painful touch can help prevent painful signals traveling to the brain.
What is the Gate Control Theory?
According to your textbook, a body temperature of this or higher exceeds what is considered safe for massage.
What is 99.4°F?
This lung infection, often accompanied by fever and productive cough, is a contraindication for massage.
What is pneumonia?
This condition occurs when an organ pushes through a weak area of muscle or connective tissue.
What is a hernia?
Also called adrenaline, this hormone is released during stress and prepares the body for immediate action.
What is epinephrine?
This condition occurs when the central nervous system becomes overly sensitive, causing pain to persist even after healing.
What is central sensitization?
During a massage, a client becomes noticeably calmer, their breathing slows, and their heart rate decreases. Which branch of the nervous system has most likely become more active?
What is the parasympathetic nervous system?
This hormone and neurotransmitter helps maintain alertness, increases blood pressure, and works alongside epinephrine during the stress response.
What is norepinephrine?