General

Question 1

Four things to do before massage

Answer 1

Explain appropriate and adequate and dressing

Explaining lymphatic drainage

Ask about oil use and allergies

Describe why you do it

Question 2

Five contraindications to massage

Answer 2

Open wounds

Circulatory problems

Recent injury

Tumour formation

Infection to skin

Question 3

Why would you do passive movements

Answer 3

To assess the joint range

To maintain or increase joint range

Maintain extensibility in muscles tendons and ligaments

Proprioceptive stimulation

Prevent soft tissue shortening

Increased venous lymphatic flow to decrease the dealer

Question 4

How often would you do passive movements

Answer 4

Intensive application oedema reduction would be 30 movements 3 to 4 times a day

Question 5

Contraindications to passive movements contraindications to passive movements

Answer 5

Recent fracture

Severe soft tissue damage

Compromise circulation

Question 6

Precautions to passive movements

Answer 6

skin is damaged due to burns

Flailing limbs following a stroke

Pain-free patient

Avoid IV infusions