Massage Effects Flashcards
Combined Effect
An effect that occurs because of two or more therapies used in combination
Theory that points to a “gating mechanism” of the spinal cord, where nerve fibers carrying somatic stimuli (such as that provided by massage techniques) can “close the gate” to dull, aching pain.
Gate control theory
A persistent cycle in which pain triggers muscle spasms, which then trigger more pain response.
Pain-spasm-pain cycle theory
A response of the nervous system that allows the body to rest and recover.
Parasympathetic nervous system response
A response of the nervous system that allows the body to rest and recover.
Parasympathetic nervous system response
An effect from an indirect response of the client’s nervous system.
Reflexive effect
A reflex that involves skeletal muscle contraction in response to stimuli from the somatic nervous system.
Somatic reflex
A reflex that prevents a muscle from being overstretched, and sets muscle tone by monitoring the amount of stretch placed on a muscle
Stretch reflex
A reflex monitored by Golgi tendon organs that prevent muscles from overcontracting and causing tendon injury.
Tendon reflex
The application of cross-fiber friction and with-fiber friction to scar tissue is designed to cause:
A physiological effect of massage
An example of a somatic reflex
The stretch reflex
Effects that cause changes to the body’s chemistry, circulation, metabolism, and nervous system
Systemic effects of massage
A step-by-step process of working through client information in order to plan a safe and competent massage for the clien
Clinical reasoning (also called critical thinking)
Health history form Is
A document that clients complete before their first session that provides 5 things
personal contact information, current health conditions, medications, past health conditions, and health-related goals.
High blood pressure Is
A blood pressure reading that is consistently over
140 mm Hg systolic and 90 mm Hg diastolic.
Low blood pressure Is
A blood pressure reading that is lower than
90 mm Hg systolic and 60 mm Hg diastolic.
Older adult Is
An elderly person; generally those older than
60 or 65.
A secondary effect of a medication or therapy that goes beyond the desired effect.
Side effect
A client with a common cold who seeks massage five days after symptoms presented themselves
Is no longer contagious and can receive massage
A client with a common cold who seeks massage five days after symptoms presented themselves
Is no longer contagious and can receive massage
The femoral triangle is defined by:
The inguinal ligament, sartorius, and adductor longu
Massage positions for pregnant clients in the first trimester include
Supine, prone, side-lying, and semi-reclined
Massage positions for pregnant clients in the first trimester include
Supine, prone, side-lying, and semi-reclined
A structure that requires caution in the posterior triangle of the neck is the:
External jugular vein
In endangerment areas, heavy massage pressure over veins can
Damage the veins’ one-way valves
Chronic neuropathy is:
A local contraindication
A client with chronic hepatitis:
A:Must obtain a physician’s release before he/she can receive massage
The trachea, mandible, and sternocleidomastoid muscles on each side of the neck define the:
Anterior triangle endangerment areas
These veins are common sites of varicosities and require caution when working in the lower extremities
Great and small saphenous veins
Advanced techniques that access the psoas may cause damage to this structure if the techniques are applied incorrectly:
Liver
One structure that requires caution in the popliteal region is the
Great saphenous vein
One structure that requires caution in the popliteal region is the
Great saphenous vein
A client with impetigo:
Is contraindicated for massage
Clients with rheumatoid arthritis may experience flare-ups if:
Hot hydrotherapy is used during a session
A structure that requires caution in the posterior triangle of the neck is the:
External jugular vein
A varicose vein might be caused when:
Heavy pressure is applied to veins in endangerment areas
Along with a boost in mood, increased levels of dopamine can also positively affect a person’s:
Concentration
The increase in serotonin production stimulated by massage is linked to a DECREASE in symptoms of depression and:
Stress
Theory that points to a “gating mechanism” of the spinal cord, where nerve fibers carrying somatic stimuli (such as that provided by massage techniques) can “close the gate” to dull, aching pain.
Gate control theory
An effect from direct manipulation of a client’s tissue.
Mechanical effect
A response of the nervous system that allows the body to rest and recover.
Parasympathetic nervous system response
An effect from an indirect response of the client’s nervous system.
Reflexive effect
A reflex that involves skeletal muscle contraction in response to stimuli from the somatic nervous system
Somatic reflex
reflex that prevents a muscle from being overstretched, and sets muscle tone by monitoring the amount of stretch placed on a muscle.
Stretch reflex
An effect that occurs in the structures of the body
Structural effect
reflex monitored by Golgi tendon organs that prevent muscles from overcontracting and causing tendon injury.
Tendon reflex
In endangerment areas, heavy massage pressure over veins can:
Damage the veins’ one-way valves
A code of ethics states a professional organization’s ethical:
Principles
Prejudice is:
pre-formed opinion (usually unfavorable) based on inadequate knowledge or inaccurate stereotypes
Standards of practice
What are professional guidelines based on ethical principles?
An exam, usually open-book, that tests knowledge of state laws, ethics, and continuing education requirements for massage practitioners.
Jurisprudence exam
Directives that give official guidance about how laws should be followed.
Regulation
Designation that carries similar legal stature to licensure; identifies therapists who have completed requirements necessary for professional practice.
Registration
Professional guidelines based on ethical principles that describe the behaviors and language of ethical practice.
Standards of ethical practice
One somatic reflex that can be manipulated by massage application methods is:
The tendon reflex
A reflex monitored by Golgi tendon organs that prevent muscles from overcontracting and causing tendon injury.
Tendon reflex
An example of a somatic reflex is:
The stretch reflex
These types of effects are the direct result of manual manipulation of soft tissue, for example, the separation of muscle fibers that occurs with moderate to deep pressure.
Mechanical
These types of effects are the direct result of manual manipulation of soft tissue, for example, the separation of muscle fibers that occurs with moderate to deep pressure.
Mechanical
One somatic reflex that can be manipulated by massage application methods is:
The tendon reflex
The relaxation response brought on by activation of the parasympathetic nervous system is an example of this effect.
Reflexive
Studies have documented the positive effect massage has on these brain waves, associated with deep relaxation and sleep.
Delta
What is it known as when soft tissue such as muscles and ligaments exert excessive pressure on nerve tissue?
Entrapment
What is an example of a reflexive effect on the nervous system that produces a physiological effect on the muscular system?
Neuromuscular and somatic mechanisms can be manipulated by massage techniques to alter muscle tension patterns and “reeducate” proprioceptors. This is an example of: A reflexive effect on the nervous system that produces a physiological effect on the muscular system
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What is one somatic reflex that can be manipulated by massage application methods?
The tendon reflex
What may clients taking over-the-counter medications like antalgics or allergy medication require for a safe massage session?
May require session adaptations to ensure the massage is safe for the client
How should linens soiled with blood or body fluids be treated?
Are laundered separately from other linens
What is a protozoa?
An infectious agent
On a 0–10 scale, what does 10 represent?
Disabled; the client is bedridden or needs assistance
When does medial epicondylitis occur in practitioners?
Medial epicondylitis occurs when practitioners regularly use strokes that cause repeated pronation of the forearm and wrist flexion
