History of Massage Therapy

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What is the primary purpose of myofascial release?

To treat areas typically treated with acupuncture needles

To decrease temporomandibular joint pain

To restore normal range of motion and treat chronic pain (correct)

To control postmastectomy lymphedema

What is the recommended duration of a manual lymphatic drainage session?

90 minutes to 2 hours

60 to 90 minutes

45 to 60 minutes (correct)

30 to 45 minutes

What is the term for digital pressure performed in a circular motion to treat areas typically treated with acupuncture needles?

Manual lymphatic drainage

Acupressure (correct)

Myofascial release

Shiatsu

What is the Japanese type of body work based on acupuncture?

Shiatsu Signup and view all the answers

Where is the massage first performed in manual lymphatic drainage?

Proximal region of the extremity Signup and view all the answers

What is the condition that manual lymphatic drainage was originally developed to control?

Postmastectomy lymphedema Signup and view all the answers

What was the initial target group for this technique?

Visually impaired clinicians Signup and view all the answers

What is the direction of stroking movements in this technique?

Distal to proximal Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the gravity eliminated position in this technique?

To increase venous flow Signup and view all the answers

What is a contraindication for this technique?

Cardiac arrhythmia Signup and view all the answers

What is the sequence of massage strokes in this technique?

Superficial, deep stroking, kneading, friction Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the conditions that can be treated with this technique?

Hypertension Signup and view all the answers

Who is acknowledged as the founder of modern day massage techniques?

Peter Ling Signup and view all the answers

In what period of European history was massage therapy discouraged by the Church?

Middle Ages Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the physiological effects of massage therapy when performed properly?

Increased venous and lymphatic flow Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of massage therapy according to the definition?

To modify nutrition, restore power of movement, or break up adhesions Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of massage therapy on mechanical pain?

It decreases mechanical pain by decreasing pressure from swelling Signup and view all the answers

Which ancient civilizations were known to practice massage therapy?

Chinese, Japanese, Persians, Egyptians, Romans, and Greeks Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the ways therapeutic massage can reduce mechanical pain?

By interrupting muscle spasm Signup and view all the answers

What is a result of deep friction or vigorous massage on the cardiovascular system?

Decreased heart rate and blood pressure Signup and view all the answers

What is a psychological effect of therapeutic massage?

Reduced patient anxiety and depression Signup and view all the answers

What is a mechanical effect of massage on the skin?

It increases skin temperature and sweating Signup and view all the answers

What is a result of massage on soft-tissue adhesions or restrictions?

They are mobilized Signup and view all the answers

What is an effect of therapeutic massage on pain?

It reduces pain Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the 'tapping' technique in percussive therapy?

To loosen secretions in the sinuses Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of friction in the context of massage therapy?

An accurately delivered penetrating pressure applied through fingertips Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of cross-friction massage?

To loosen ligaments and disable trigger points Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the treatment method that combines gentle hands-on tissue work and reintegration of movement through re-education and relaxation exercises?

Tager Psychological Integration Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of 'cupping' in percussive therapy?

To loosen secretions in disease processes such as cystic fibrosis Signup and view all the answers

What is the direction of pressure applied in cross-friction massage?

Perpendicular to the fibers Signup and view all the answers