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If a client has unusual edema surrounding one ankle that is a contraindication for massage, it means that the massage therapist
If a client has unusual edema surrounding one ankle that is a contraindication for massage, it means that the massage therapist
- cannot perform massage on the client.
- must avoid massaging only the client’s ankle.
- may massage the client’s ankle area but with caution and perhaps supervision.
- Any of the above could be true. (correct)
A client is receiving therapeutic massage as part of his or her healing process. Should he or she continue with massage after healing is complete to maintain health, the massage will be considered
A client is receiving therapeutic massage as part of his or her healing process. Should he or she continue with massage after healing is complete to maintain health, the massage will be considered
- condition management
- palliative care
- therapeutic change
- restorative care (correct)
How does the body tend to perform under normal conditions?
How does the body tend to perform under normal conditions?
- It generally varies widely from person to person.
- The body tends to operate at optimal levels of performance.
- Preference is to operate at peak levels of performance.
- Physiological mechanisms inhibit the body from functioning at its limits. (correct)
Collectively, fatigue, sever pain in the abdomen and arms, and skin eruptions that look like shingles are classified as
Collectively, fatigue, sever pain in the abdomen and arms, and skin eruptions that look like shingles are classified as
Hannah is a new mother whose baby has been crying almost nonstop. However, knowing that her mom is coming to help in a few days, Hannah keeps going. By the time her mother arrive, Hannah is lying on the couch exhausted. Which reaction of the general adaptation syndrome does Hannah experience when her mother arrives to help?
Hannah is a new mother whose baby has been crying almost nonstop. However, knowing that her mom is coming to help in a few days, Hannah keeps going. By the time her mother arrive, Hannah is lying on the couch exhausted. Which reaction of the general adaptation syndrome does Hannah experience when her mother arrives to help?
Why does Maggie's doctor recommend massage for her prolonged inflammation?
Why does Maggie's doctor recommend massage for her prolonged inflammation?
What type of pain is a client experiencing if massage provides temporary relief for a whiplash injury but the pain returns?
What type of pain is a client experiencing if massage provides temporary relief for a whiplash injury but the pain returns?
Which situation causes chronic pain that radiates and follows a specific path?
Which situation causes chronic pain that radiates and follows a specific path?
What type of pain is described as obscure onset, recurring for indefinite periods, and diffuse and poorly localized?
What type of pain is described as obscure onset, recurring for indefinite periods, and diffuse and poorly localized?
Which term describes the use of massage to support clients who wish to function as effectively as possible under given circumstances?
Which term describes the use of massage to support clients who wish to function as effectively as possible under given circumstances?
Which term means any condition that renders a particular treatment harmful?
Which term means any condition that renders a particular treatment harmful?
"Cutaneous distribution of spinal nerve sensations" is defined as:
"Cutaneous distribution of spinal nerve sensations" is defined as:
What term describes a state between "not healthy" and "not sick"?
What term describes a state between "not healthy" and "not sick"?
Increased pain response or pain being more painful than it should be is called:
Increased pain response or pain being more painful than it should be is called:
Which condition does NOT constitute a medical emergency?
Which condition does NOT constitute a medical emergency?
In the scope of practice of massage, which approach is the most applicable when pathology is present?
In the scope of practice of massage, which approach is the most applicable when pathology is present?
A client seems a bit pale and fatigued. What question would the massage practitioner be concerned with in applying massage?
A client seems a bit pale and fatigued. What question would the massage practitioner be concerned with in applying massage?
Which risk factor for disease does massage influence most strongly?
Which risk factor for disease does massage influence most strongly?
During assessment, the massage practitioner notices that the client’s left knee is swollen and warm. What cautions does this condition present?
During assessment, the massage practitioner notices that the client’s left knee is swollen and warm. What cautions does this condition present?
A client has indications of inflammation with localized pricking and throbbing pain. What condition is most likely?
A client has indications of inflammation with localized pricking and throbbing pain. What condition is most likely?
Which statement can a massage therapist most accurately say regarding cancer and massage?
Which statement can a massage therapist most accurately say regarding cancer and massage?
A massage therapist notices that a client has a mole on his shoulder that has changed in appearance. Which way is the best for the massage therapist to describe this to the client?
A massage therapist notices that a client has a mole on his shoulder that has changed in appearance. Which way is the best for the massage therapist to describe this to the client?
What does the term 'contraindications to massage' refer to?
What does the term 'contraindications to massage' refer to?
Which situation is NOT necessarily a reason for referral?
Which situation is NOT necessarily a reason for referral?
What category of care does a client with a long-term condition that causes chronic pain need if they report improved sleep with weekly massages?
What category of care does a client with a long-term condition that causes chronic pain need if they report improved sleep with weekly massages?
What is the point where a stimulus is perceived as painful known as?
What is the point where a stimulus is perceived as painful known as?
Which of the following areas of the body are considered endangerment sites?
Which of the following areas of the body are considered endangerment sites?
What event is required for implementing therapeutic change?
What event is required for implementing therapeutic change?
How is the body/mind link best understood?
How is the body/mind link best understood?
Which concept quantifies the benefits of massage?
Which concept quantifies the benefits of massage?
Which approach should be kept in mind about pathology?
Which approach should be kept in mind about pathology?
What is a description of endangerment sites?
What is a description of endangerment sites?
How can the massage professional assist a client in implementing therapeutic change?
How can the massage professional assist a client in implementing therapeutic change?
Which approach is the most healthy if pathology is not present?
Which approach is the most healthy if pathology is not present?
What event is required for implementing therapeutic change?
What event is required for implementing therapeutic change?
Maggie's doctor recommends massage for her prolonged inflammation. the best reason for this is
Maggie's doctor recommends massage for her prolonged inflammation. the best reason for this is
Pain resulting from pressing an area inferior to the ear is most likely a sign of
Pain resulting from pressing an area inferior to the ear is most likely a sign of
For which pathology would stress be best managed by massage?
For which pathology would stress be best managed by massage?
A client has psoriasis that is being treated by various medications, all of which suppress the immune system somewhat. What cautions are necessary for this client?
A client has psoriasis that is being treated by various medications, all of which suppress the immune system somewhat. What cautions are necessary for this client?
What is the term for pain on the right side of the neck and right rib cage, front to back?
What is the term for pain on the right side of the neck and right rib cage, front to back?
Which term means any condition that renders a particular treatment harmful?
Which term means any condition that renders a particular treatment harmful?
What is the condition characterized by mood disturbances involving exaggerated emptiness, hopelessness, melancholy, or unbridled high energy with no purpose or outcome?
What is the condition characterized by mood disturbances involving exaggerated emptiness, hopelessness, melancholy, or unbridled high energy with no purpose or outcome?
What is the term for cutaneous distribution of spinal nerve sensations, or nerve map?
What is the term for cutaneous distribution of spinal nerve sensations, or nerve map?
What is an area of the body where nerves and blood vessels are not well protected by muscle and connective tissues called?
What is an area of the body where nerves and blood vessels are not well protected by muscle and connective tissues called?
Which situation is not necessarily a reason for referral?
Which situation is not necessarily a reason for referral?
Study Notes
Massage Contraindications and Techniques
- Unusual edema around an ankle contraindicates massage therapy, indicating potential underlying issues.
- Continuing massage after healing is complete is considered maintenance therapy for health.
- Chronic fatigue, severe abdominal and arm pain, along with skin eruptions akin to shingles, represent a collective symptomatology.
- Hannah experiences exhaustion as a result of prolonged stress before receiving assistance, reflecting the body's stress adaptation.
Pain and Inflammation Insights
- Prolonged inflammation often warrants massage as a therapeutic approach for relief and recovery.
- Pain that subsides temporarily with massage but recurs relates to chronic pain conditions.
- Radiating chronic pain typically follows a specific nerve pathway, indicating possible nerve involvement.
- Diffuse and poorly localized pain with obscure onset is categorized as chronic pain.
Massage and Health Support Terms
- Supportive massage refers to practices that help clients function optimally given their health conditions.
- Contraindications to massage refer to conditions that make specific treatments harmful to the client.
Health States and Response
- A state between “not healthy” and “not sick” is recognized as a health continuum.
- Heightened pain responses indicate hyperalgesia, where discomfort is amplified beyond normal levels.
Clinical Practice and Assessment
- An unwell client may require questions about fatigue levels and overall health before proceeding with massage.
- Swollen and warm joints convey significant caution for potential inflammation or injury.
- Localized pricking and throbbing pain likely indicates inflammation or infection in the affected area.
Massage for Special Conditions
- Cancer patients can benefit from massage, but care must be taken regarding their specific condition.
- Observing a changing mole, a massage therapist should delicately encourage the client to consult a healthcare provider.
Therapeutic Changes and Pain Responses
- Pain perceived at the threshold known as nociceptive pain indicates injury or dysfunction.
- Endangerment sites are anatomical areas where nerves and blood vessels are less protected, requiring cautious handling.
- Therapeutic change necessitates an event or decision point that promotes or facilitates healing or improvement.
Health Approaches and Implications
- A healthy approach in the absence of pathology emphasizes preventive care and wellness strategies.
- Pain from direct pressure below the ear can signify underlying health issues, such as lymphatic or neurological conditions.
Mental Health and Pain Management
- Conditions with exaggerated mood fluctuations, like bipolar disorders, characterize mood disturbances related to energy extremes.
- Stress-related pathologies often respond positively to massage, enhancing overall well-being.
Notes on Client Conditions
- Immune-suppressing medications in cases such as psoriasis necessitate caution when considering massage therapy.
- Right-sided pain in the neck and rib cage could indicate referred pain or specific organ involvement.
Referral Guidelines
- Not all client symptoms or situations warrant mandatory referrals; an assessment of severity is necessary.
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