Cat 1
One of the massage therapists most important supplies?
Lubricant
Prior to employment, some facilities may require a massage practitioner to obtain a _ _, in order to work for them.
Health certificate
(will take pre-employment exam or physical for half points)
If laundry is done weekly, enough linens to last __ to _ weeks is necessary.
one and one half to two weeks (1.5-2)
_ lighting is preferred for the treatment room.
Indirect
What is a better keyword to use when searching for a specific massage technique?
Petrissage
or
Restricted Range of Motion
Petrissage
If a client's condition is outside the massge therapist's scope of practice, the therapist should
Refer client to the proper professional
governmental agencies
Besides sheets and towels, the practitioner should have plenty of _ or _ _ _ on hand to prevent a client from becoming chilled
cotton or wool flannel blankets
15-30 minutes
A good length for a massage table is about _ inches
76 inches
Where are patch tests for allergies or sensitivities done on a client?
Inner elbow
Your _ should be displayed in your office or place where most massage therapy is completed
License
What are the main three purposes for linens?
to keep the vinyl from touching the client's skin
to provide warmth to the client, and
to provide modest covering to the client
A massage therapists main piece of EQUIPMENT?
Massage table
What is reccomended to use for cleaning massage table vinyl?
mild detergent and water
Name 4 reasons why a massage therapist can have their license revoked, suspended or canceled.
Listed #1-12 on page 34 in Ch 2.
What is something you can have going/on in a massage room to add another dimension to a relaxing massage?
Hint- not the table warmer
Music
About _ to _ inches of high-density foam is the best padding for a massage table.
1 to 2 inches
What can you do if a client begins to have a reaction to your lubricant?
immediately remove all lubricant with soap and water.
the client can then decide if they wish to continue with a different lubricant or discontinue the massage.
Optimal massage room temperature range is?
72-75 degrees Fahrenheit
The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage (NCBTMB) offers a Board certification credential (BCETMB) which includes criteria of 750 hours of education, minimum of 250 hours hands-on experience, CPR certification, passing of a background check, and an agreement to oppose human trafficking. This lends air or credibility, but it does not take the place of what?
It does NOT take the place of a license in locales where a license is required to practice.
Any tool or device that mimics or enhances the actions possible by the hands defines what?
Mechanical devices
Deep tissue practitioners tent to gravitate to _ as lubrication because it allows penetration without irritation, and has good gripping ability.
Lotion
Cream, Oil, Gel and Lotion:
put these in order of viscosity (fluids thickness) from the highest viscosity to the lowest.
Oil, gel, lotion then cream
Successful completion of the _____ earns an individual the designation of being nationally certified in therapeutic massage and bodywork.
National Certification Exam