Exam Flashcards
What is each stroke of canine massage specific in? What lead to healing?
Each stroke of canine massage is specific in pressure, direction and intention. Intention and technique lead to healing.
Canine massage is a _______ communication.
nonverbal
The power of touch is considered to be _____ and ______. What do our hands send to the animals we work on?
physical and spiritual; healing energy and love
Massage is a ______ _______ to veterinary medicine and is never a substitute for it.
cooperative modality
What is the first digit of the canine claw?
Dewclaw
What does the canine ribcage consist of?
- 13 pairs of floating ribs (not attached)
- 13 costal cartilages and sternum
What is the canine vertebral column?
Formula: C7 T13 L7 S3 Ca20
- 7 cervical vertebrae (neck)
- 13 thoracic vertebrae (withers)
- 7 lumbar vertebrae (loin)
- 3 sacral vertebrae (croup)
- 20 caudal (coccygeal) vertebrae (tail)
Dogs carry 60% of their bodyweight on the _____.
forehand
Which three bones form the pelvis?
ilium, pubis, ischium with the acetabulum
What is fascia?
Fascia is a network of fibrous, connective tissue that can be thought of like a plastic cling-wrap that surrounds ligaments, tendons, muscles and more as well as intertwining through the body as a whole.
What is the largest organ of the body and is characterised as the _____ system.
Skin; integumentary system 外皮系統
What is lactic acid?
Lactic acid is the metabolic waste released in the muscles during exercise or massage. When it stagnates in the muscle, soreness and stiffness can set in.
What are the three types of joints?
fibrous, cartilaginous, synovial joints
What are the functions of synovial fluid?
Joint nourishment and lubrication
What are the benefits of therapeutic massage?
- encourage increased circulation
- increase the circulation of lymphatic fluid
- boost the circulatory and immune system
- improve skin and muscle tone
- improve digestion
- relax the nervous system
- increase their comfort and quality of life
How does massage help with blood circulation?
Massage encourages blood vessel to open, which increases circulation.
What is a clear fluid that contain white blood cells?
Lymphatic fluid or lymph
What are white blood cells?
White blood cells are the workforce of the immune system.
How does massage improve muscle health?
- relax muscle tightness
- help with joint affliction (pain/problems)
- stimulate the release of neutrophils (white blood cells that fight inflammation) and opioids 類鴉片藥 which act us natural pain killers
What can stimulating acupoints do with our body?
rebalance our body systems
How can massage help puppies?
- Large breed puppies can be helped by massaging the limbs where joints are extended and flexed to increase circulation.
- Puppies tend to be extremely stimulated by their environments. Massage calms them down and brings their awareness inward.
How can massage help older dogs?
- help the functioning of impaired organs, e.g. the heart, lungs, kidneys etc.
Massage can be very aerobic for what types of dogs?
Dogs that do not move around for long periods of time
What are the four basic types of massage strokes?
- Effleurage
- Petrissage
- Friction
- Tapotement
At least ___% of communications is ____ with animals.
80%; nonverbal
What are three signs of aggression?
- raised hackles 頸背毛
- bared teeth
- a tucked tail (fear)
What does it mean by being present?
Being “here and now”
What is the problem of not being present?
Miss subtle communication cues from the dog that would allow you to help it more effectively. The dog will lose interest.
If you do not see improvements after how many massages for the issue you were called in to work on, you need the intervention.
3-5 massages
Over ___% of a dog’s total body weight is _____.
45%; muscle
Why should we massage a dog no more than once a week?
An animal integrates massage over time. Give it time to absorb the work.
What is a guiding principle of massage?
Look beyond the obvious and determine what the body is telling you.
_____ can increase the chances of overcompensation in certain areas.
Trauma; overcompensation
What are the ideal general healing times for the following injuries?
- Bone
- Tendon
- Ligament
- Bone: 4-6 months
- Tendon: 6-9 months
- Ligament: 8-12 months
Which three things does the effect of massage rely on?
TIC
- technique used
- intent of the therapist
- condition of the client
Give three examples of contraindications of massaging dogs.
- over areas of encapsulated cancer
- over open wounds or blisters
- over recent fractures
Never massage a ___ dog without veterinary approval.
post-operative
What is a zoonotic disease?
A disease that can be transmitted between animals and humans.
How to prevent the spread of zoonotic and other diseases?
- Wash hands with antibacterial soap in between clients
- Change shirts if an animal sneezes you
- Change sheet or massage area linens between clients
What is a kennel cough/tracheobronchitis?
A common and highly contagious upper respiratory disease caused by a bacteria and virus.
Can you massage a dog with kennel cough?
No
What are the symptoms of kennel cough?
Usually appears as a dry, hacking cough that begins 5-10 days after exposure
Can kennel cough be cured?
Typically last for a few weeks and may resolve without treatment
How is canine distemper virus (CDV)?
It is very contagious, difficult to treat and often fatal.
What can help hip dysphasia?
I swam in Jordan pond.
Improving diet
Stretches
Weight loss
Acupressure
Massage
Joint supplement
Physical therapy, e.g. hydrotherapy
What is hip dysplasia?
Abnormal development and growth of the hip joint
Record keeping indicates making a ____ for every client.
File
What are our jobs as massage practitioners?
Find damaged areas and help restore them
Scope of practice dictates that we do not ____, ____ and _____.
prescribe, diagnose, or treat
What do we need to know about a dog’s diet?
What does the dog eat specifically?
What type if kibble, raw, supplements and mediations?
How often and much does it receive them?
Be prepare to give the dog your undivided _____ during massage.
attention
Give ___, ____ ____ support to the dog throughout the massage.
soft, loving verbal
Make sure your strokes are ____, _____, _____ and always follow through.
consistent, balanced, calm
Remember to b____ during the massage.
Breath
What do closing massaging strokes do?
To exhilarate or calm, signal the end of massage
What are the three purposes of closing?
RMS
- reinforce the benefits you have achieved during the massage
- maintain the state you achieved during the session
- signal the end of the session
What is the largest organ of the body?
The skin
What are the 3 ways to keep the dog’s skin and coat healthy?
- brush the dog’s coat to release the natural oils
- keep the skin clean to prevent from infections
- avoid exposing the dog to chemicals, e.g. toxic household cleaners, yard fertilizers
What can we do to treat a dog with allergies?
Suggestions
* Cortisone and antihistamines 可的松和抗組織胺藥 can temporarily relieve skin problems (try using an alternative remedy to get to the source of the problem and help the body heal)
* Change the dog’s diet
* Add digestive enzymes, probiotics, omega 3 fatty acids, vitamins A and E, and zinc
* Topical soothers, e.g. aloe vera
* Bathing with a natural or hypoallergenic shampoo
* Gentle massage to help detoxify the skin
* Consider the dog’s emotional state, as anxiety, stress, or boredom can lead to excessive licking and chewing
