Massage techniques general comp (2) Flashcards
frostbite is considered to be a…
local contra-indication
the term retro-stasis means…
diversion of blood from the surface to interior of the body
two indications wherein you would use a cold pack…
inflammatory arthropathics, sprains
with a structural hyper-kyphosis, what would be the best remedial exercise to recommend?
general relaxation exercises, such as diaphragmatic breathing
structures most likely damaged in a lumbar strain injury include…
lumbar multifidus, rotators and quadratus lumborum
one of the following is a treatment variable for hydrotherapy…
duration of treatment
which of the following is a rule of hydrotherapy?
explain hydrotherapy treatment beforehand
which of the following is a local use for a contrast hand bath?
sub-acute injury
this is the best type of bath to use for clients who cannot tolerate extreme hot temperatures..
increasing temperature bath
one of the following is an effect of a sauna treatment…
vasodilation
measuring chest expansion is an assessment procedure used for…
bamboo spine
which of the following would be considered a mechanical effect of a massage?
the softening of muscle tissue under the area being massaged
how does massage allow for increased chest expansion and lung capacity ?
by decreasing tension in muscles of the thorax
the most common disease of axial and peripheral diarthrodial joints is
osteorarthritis
one of the most important components of consent is…
empowerment
