NMT

Question 1

WHAT IS NMT?

Answer 1

A combined diagnostic and therapeutic technique using a variety of pressure and stretch techniques.

Question 2

WHAT ARE THE 3 NMT TECHNIQUES

Answer 2

Cross fibre
Longitudinal
Inhibitory

Question 3

EFFECT OF NMT

Answer 3

General compression reduces sensitivity of muscle spindles, leading to a decreased tendency to muscle shortening
Direct pressure/longitudinal stretch of Golgi Tendon bodies leads to muscle relaxation
Has Physiological, Neurological and Biometrical benefits.

Question 4

BIOMECHANIC RESPONSE TO NMT

Answer 4

Reduced tissue adhesion
Increased ROM
Increased muscle compliance

Question 5

PHYSIOLOGICAL RESPONSE TO NMT

Answer 5

Increased arterial supply- increase O2 delivery
Increased serotonin, reduced cortisol
Increased lymphatic drainage
Increased relaxation
Reduced anxiety

Question 6

NEUROLOGICAL RESPONSE TO NMT

Answer 6

Reduced neuromuscular excitability
Reduced muscle tension- through activating muscle spindles (longitudinal)