Final exam study

Question 1

Physiology of touch (4 points)

Answer 1

-Skin is the largest sensory organ of the body
-ANS is highly responsive to skin stimulation
-Mood is often reflected on skin
-Need touch to survive

Question 2

What factors can change how we interpret touch?

Answer 2

1. Cultural influence
2. Gender issues
3. Age
4. Life events
5. Spiritual touch
6. Diversity

Question 3

Basis of body works

Answer 3

You can apply pressure, lift, stretch, rock the body, stoke the skin, move the joint, stimulate a reflex response, soothe the energy field, and provide interpersonal/professional support, compassion and acceptance for the client.

Question 4

Reflexive vs. Mechanical Bodyworks

Answer 4

Reflexive = stocking along nerve root in order to stimulate a rhythmic order or disrupt an existing pattern (produces a shift to re-establish homeostasis)

Mechanical = moving a body part around
1) to change the consistency/position of connective tissue
2) Shift pressure in vessels, increasing blood and lymph flow

Question 5

Reflexology

Answer 5

Stimulation of areas beneath the skin to improve the function of specific areas away from the actual site of stimulation

Question 6

Asian bodyworks methods

Answer 6

based on the energy of life and the unity of body/mind/spirit

Question 7

What is ying yang

Answer 7

complementary pieces of a whole

Question 8

Ying

Answer 8

Female, negative, peaceful, parasympathetic ANS, solid organs

Question 9

Yang

Answer 9

male, positive, stress, sympathetic ANS, hollow organs

Question 10

Shiatsu

Answer 10

Finger pressure from Japan similar to acupressure but broader in application, fingers pressed into points located along meridians

Question 11

Acupuncture

Answer 11

Stimulation of certain points by needles inserted along/outside meridians, often close to trigger points, the purpose is to normalize physiologic functions OR analgesia

Question 12

Acupressure

Answer 12

modified version of acupuncture, uses pressure instead of needles, not as dramatic but still effective if repeated often with long enough pressure

Question 13

Ayurveda

Answer 13

-Means life, knowledge or right of living
-Developed in India but similar to Asian approaches
-Tapping, kneading, rubbing, squeezing
-Use of specialized oil preparations integral

Question 14

Polarity

Answer 14

-Encompasses both Asian and Ayurveda, works in combination with massage
-Locate blocked energy and release it
-Action is to stimulate area first then hold gently

Question 15

Colour therapy

Answer 15

Light can be used therapeutically due to the specific frequencies of the colours

Question 16

Aromatherpy

Answer 16

Involves use of essential oils derived from aromatic plants

Question 17

Hydrotherapy

Answer 17

Separate and distinct form of therapy that combines well with massage. Uses 3 steam, liquid and ice

Question 18

Lymphatic drainage

Answer 18

Specific type of massage applied to affect the lymphatic system and enhance drainage. Reduces edema and soften scar tissue

Question 19

Thai massage

Answer 19

-Combines elements of yoga, shiatsu and acupressure
-Works with the energy pathways of the body and therapy points located along these line
-Therapist uses hands, knees, legs and feet to move the client into a series of yoga-like stretches