Positioning in Massage Therapy
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What is the primary purpose of proprioception in massage therapy?

  • To reinforce concentric movement of the biphrachial
  • To activate the extensor muscles of the neck
  • To stabilize and neutralize joint movement (correct)
  • To produce force from the brachiradialis

What type of muscle contraction is necessary for stabilizing joint movement?

  • Eccentric contraction
  • Concentric contraction
  • Dynamic contraction
  • Isometric contraction (correct)

What is the primary function of stabilizers in massage therapy?

  • To accelerate movement
  • To produce movement
  • To resist movement (correct)
  • To facilitate movement

What is the consequence of inappropriate corporal mechanics during massage therapy?

<p>Sustained alteration in corporal biomechanics (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of dynamic movement in massage therapy?

<p>To facilitate movement (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of movement is recommended for the neck during massage therapy?

<p>Longitudinal movement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the spina erectors in massage therapy?

<p>To stabilize joint movement (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of not using proper positioning during massage therapy?

<p>Injury to the meniscus (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of reinforcement in massage therapy?

<p>To reinforce concentric movement of the biphrachial (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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