Chapter 6 -Massage Therapy and Research: A Review of the Literature

Question 1

Research has shown an effect of massage is:
A. increased blood viscosity.
B. decreased platelet count.
C. increased heart rate.
D. decreased blood pressure.

Answer 1

decreased blood pressure.

Question 2

Which outcome should not be claimed to be a result of massage?
A. Reduces edema
B. Reduces pain
C. General relaxation
D. Weight reduction

Answer 2

Weight reduction

Question 3

Which is an evidence-based massage effect?
A. Increased passive aggressiveness
B. Reduced nonREM sleep
C. Reduced stress and anxiety
D. Increased cortisol levels

Answer 3

Reduced stress and anxiety

Question 4

An effect of massage on the musculoskeletal system is massage:
A. tones weak muscles
B. decreases delayed onset muscle soreness
C. decreases range of motion
D. causes tension when trigger points are addressed

Answer 4

decreases delayed onset muscle soreness

Question 5

Which effect does massage have on the lymphatic system?
A. Decreased lymph flow
B. Increased edema
C. Increased levels of lymphocytes
D. Decreased overall immune function

Answer 5

Increased levels of lymphocytes