Chapters 6-8 Quiz

Question 1

physiologic effects

Answer 1

include how massage alters body functions, such as decrease in blood pressure and heart rate, changes in hormones and neurotransmitter levels, and increases in range of motion (ROM) around joints

Question 2

psychological effects

Answer 2

include reduced anxiety and stress levels and heightened sense of well-being

Question 3

effects of massage therapy on cardiovascular system

Answer 3

decrease blood pressure, reduce heart rate, variations in heart rate

Question 4

6 basic massage types

Answer 4

tapotement, effleurange, vibration, friction, petrissage, compression

Question 5

foot stances

Answer 5

bow=archer=lunge=2 feet staggard longer distances

horse=warrior=two feet stationary=even=short distances

Question 6

draping

Answer 6

covering the body and equipment with cloth.

Question 7

benefits of massage

Answer 7

increase blood and oxygen and drecrease metabolic waste. decrease muscle tension. decrease pain

Question 8

massage effects - nervous system

Answer 8

stimulate relaxation reponse and persympathetic response

Question 9

massage effects - muscular system

Answer 9

increase ROM, reduce muscle tension and soreness by separating and lengthening tissues

Question 10

massage effects - fascia system

Answer 10

reduce adhesions scar tissue formations

Question 11

integumentary system

Answer 11

“skin” temperature increase, increase secretions, improve skin condition

Question 12

massage stroke type that is most stimulating

Answer 12

tapotement

Question 13

which 3 massage types cause an increase in circulation and warms the body

Answer 13

compression, effleurage, petrissage

Question 14

prone

Answer 14

face down position

Question 15

body mechanics

Answer 15

postural techniquest for effectve massage & to prevent injury

Question 16

swedish gymnastics

Answer 16

combined use of joint mobilizations and stretches to help clients restore and maintain health and pain-free movement – stretches & joint mobilizations.

Question 17

mechanical response

Answer 17

response occuring as result of pressure, force, or ROM

Question 18

laterally recumbent

Answer 18

lying on your side

Question 19

absolute contraindication

Answer 19

massage is inappropriate, not advised, and may be harmful to client

Question 20

Local Contraindication

Answer 20

massage can be administered while avoiding the area in question

Question 21

endangerment site

Answer 21

body area containing delicate/unprotected structures, use caution

Question 22

passive movement

Answer 22

movement applied by therapist while client remains relaxed

Question 23

most common sweedish massage stroke

Answer 23

effleurage

Question 24

Supine

Answer 24

face up position

Question 25

petrissage

Answer 25

rhythmic squeezing, lifting & releasing of tissues

Question 26

tapotement

Answer 26

percussion; repetitive striking movements of the hands

Question 27

active movement

Answer 27

client performs movement while therapist descrives or demonstrates it

Question 28

anterior

Answer 28

front of body

Question 29

compression

Answer 29

non-gliding massage technique; can be sustained or rhythmic

Question 30

DOMS

Answer 30

delayed-onset Muscle Soreness - type of soreness & discomfort felt 8-14 hours after the activity

Question 31

effleurage

Answer 31

smooth, gliding massage technique

Question 32

friction

Answer 32

“to rub”; compress tissues in several directions

Question 33

gel

Answer 33

physical state in which fascia is thicker, more gelatinous, tougher, more inflexible, & can restrict movement

Question 34

petrissage

Answer 34

rhythmic squeezing, lifting & releasing of tissues

Question 35

posterior

Answer 35

back of body

Question 36

range of motion (ROM)

Answer 36

the measure of possible joint movement, from the least to greatest

Question 37

sol

Answer 37

physical state which fascia is relatively thin more pliant & elastic, offers less restriction during movement

Question 38

trigger point

Answer 38

palpable nodule or thickened area found in taut bands within muscle

Question 39

vibration

Answer 39

massage technique that uses shaking, trembling, or rocking movements

Question 40

cortisol

Answer 40

hormone produced by the body in response to psychological stress

Question 41

dopamine

Answer 41

neurotransmitter that helps regulate heart rate and blood pressure

Question 42

electromyography

Answer 42

used to assess electrical activity in muscle

Question 43

hyperemia

Answer 43

reddened skin associated with increased blood flow

Question 44

serotonin

Answer 44

neurotransmitter that regulates mood, appetite, sleep and memory

Question 45

increased fibroblast activity

Answer 45

massage can cause this specific effect, which may lead to the formation of stronger and more mobile scars

Question 46

manual lymph drainage

Answer 46

commonly prescribed modality after breast cancer surgery

Question 47

eczema

Answer 47

studies indicate that massage improves this skin condition

Question 48

perpendicular

Answer 48

direction of force when applying pressure to targeted tissues

Question 49

bolsters

Answer 49

pillows and cushioned devices that support clients in prone, supine, side lying, and seated positions