Soft Tissue Mobilization in Massage Therapy

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Which of the following is NOT a contraindication for massage?

  • Serious illness
  • Mild muscle strain (correct)
  • Kidney disease
  • Congestive heart failure

What is the primary purpose of effleurage in massage therapy?

  • To decrease pain
  • To increase muscle flexibility
  • To assess and treat the area (correct)
  • To release trigger points

What is the purpose of cross friction massage?

  • To decrease circulation in the tissues
  • To increase muscle spasms
  • To facilitate muscle relaxation
  • To prevent adherent scars from forming (correct)

Which area is considered an endangerment site in massage therapy?

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What characterizes a latent trigger point?

<p>Can be palpated but is not painful at rest (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should massage frequency and duration be adjusted for acute conditions?

<p>Every other day for up to 10 minutes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What technique is used to stimulate movement of lymph fluid?

<p>Manual Lymphatic Drainage (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which stroke is characterized by beating or clapping in massage therapy?

<p>Tapotement (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of massage stroke with its description:

<p>Effleurage = Gliding stroke to begin and end a massage Petrissage = Kneading manipulation of tissue Tapotement = Beating or clapping technique Cross friction = Realignment of soft tissue fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the benefit of massage with its description:

<p>Decrease pain = Reduction of discomfort in muscles Increase circulation = Enhanced blood flow to tissues Decrease muscle spasms = Relief from involuntary muscle contractions Improve overall mobility = Enhanced range of motion in joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the contraindication with its explanation:

<p>Congestive heart failure = Heart condition that may worsen with massage DVT = Presence of blood clots posing a risk Serious illness = General health conditions restricting massage Endangerment sites = Areas with potential for causing harm during treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the trigger point type with its characteristic:

<p>Active trigger point = Pain reproduced with pressure Latent trigger point = Not evident at rest but reproducible Referred pain = Pain felt in a different area from the source Hypersensitivity = Increased sensitivity in a muscle region</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the lymphatic vessel with its description:

<p>R lymphatic duct = Drains lymph from the right upper body Thoracic duct = Main duct for lymph drainage from the body R subclavian vein = Connection point for lymph from the right lymphatic duct L subclavian vein = Connection point for lymph from the thoracic duct</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the massage technique with its purpose:

<p>Manual Lymphatic Drainage = Stimulates movement of lymph fluid Trigger point therapy = Targets areas of muscle hypersensitivity Swedish massage = General relaxation and well-being Transverse friction = Maintains mobility in ligaments and tendons</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the muscle area with the associated referred pain:

<p>Upper trapezius = Referred pain to head and neck Levator scapulae = Referred pain to shoulder region Sternocleidomastoid = Referred pain affecting the jaw Inguinal area = Referred pain in the lower abdomen</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of massage therapy with its technique:

<p>Swedish massage = Focuses on relaxation and circulation Trigger point massage = Addresses localized muscle knots Cross friction massage = Promotes realignment of muscle fibers Sports massage = Prepares muscles for athletic performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

Congestive heart failure is a contraindication for massage.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The purpose of effleurage is to create a kneading effect on the muscles.

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

Trigger points can lead to decreased muscle flexibility.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Tapotement is characterized by smooth gliding strokes in massage therapy.

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

Manual Lymphatic Drainage uses gentle pressure to help move lymph fluid.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The xiphoid process is considered an endangerment site in massage therapy.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Cross friction massage is intended to facilitate the formation of adherent scars.

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

Latent trigger points are easily identified at rest.

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

Flashcards

Soft Tissue Mobilization Massage Indications

Conditions where massage may help, like decreasing pain, increasing circulation, muscle spasms, flexibility, and overall mobility.

Massage Contraindications

Conditions where massage is NOT recommended, such as congestive heart failure, kidney disease, serious illnesses, DVT, and endangerment sites.

Endangerment Sites

Areas in the body where massage could cause harm, like the anterior neck, eyes, trachea, xiphoid process, axilla, kidneys, umbilicus, vertebral column, elbow, inguinial area, popliteal fossa, and major veins.

Effleurage

A gliding massage stroke used to begin and end treatment and assess an area.

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Trigger Point

An area of increased sensitivity in a muscle, often felt as a knot or taut band.

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Cross Friction Massage

Technique to maintain mobility in ligaments, tendons, and muscles, preventing scar tissue formation and increasing circulation.

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Manual Lymphatic Drainage

Technique that stimulates lymph fluid movement using gentle pressure to stretch subcutaneous fat.

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Massage Duration (Acute)

Massage duration for acute cases is up to 10 minutes and should be followed by pain-free eccentric exercise.

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What are massage contraindications?

Conditions where massage is NOT recommended. These include congestive heart failure, kidney disease, serious illnesses, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and endangerment sites.

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What are endangerment sites?

Areas in the body where massage could cause harm due to their proximity to vital structures. Examples include the anterior neck, eyes, trachea, xiphoid process, axilla, kidneys, umbilicus, vertebral column, elbow, inguinal area, popliteal fossa, and major veins.

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What is effleurage?

A long, gliding stroke used to begin and end massage sessions. It's also used for assessing and treating an area.

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What is petrissage?

A kneading manipulation of tissue, like squeezing and rolling muscles.

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What is tapotement?

A percussive massage technique using beating or clapping movements.

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What is cross friction massage?

A technique used to maintain mobility in ligaments, tendons, and muscles. It helps break up scar tissue and increase circulation.

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What are trigger points?

Areas of increased hypersensitivity in a muscle, often felt as knots or taut bands. They can cause pain, decreased flexibility, and reduced circulation.

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What is Manual Lymphatic Drainage?

A massage technique that stimulates lymph fluid movement using gentle pressure to stretch subcutaneous fat. It's often used to reduce swelling.

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Petrissage

A kneading manipulation of tissue, like squeezing and rolling muscles.

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Tapotement

A percussive massage technique using beating or clapping movements.

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Study Notes

Soft Tissue Mobilization - Massage

  • Indications, Contraindications, and Benefits:

    • Contraindications: congestive heart failure, kidney disease, serious illness, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), endangerment sites.
    • Benefits: decreased pain, increased circulation, decreased muscle spasms, increased muscle flexibility, improved overall mobility.
    • Endangerment Sites: anterior neck, eyes, trachea, xiphoid process, axilla, kidneys, umbilicus, vertebral column, elbow, inguinial area, popliteal fossa, major veins in the extremities.

Strokes for Stroke Recovery

  • Purpose and Description: Effleurage, Petrissage, and Tapotement are used to treat and assess the affected area.
    • Effleurage: Gliding stroke used to begin and end a massage; also assesses and treats an area.
    • Petrissage: Kneading manipulation of tissue.
    • Tapotement: Beating or clapping to facilitate soft tissue.

Swedish, Trigger Point, & Transverse Friction Massage

  • Purpose and Technique Swedish Massage: General relaxation and increased circulation.
  • Purpose and Technique of Trigger Point Massage: Addresses trigger points (muscle knots) to relieve referred pain and improve flexibility.
  • Purpose and Technique of Transverse Friction (Cross Friction) Massage: Maintains mobility in ligaments, tendons, and muscles, preventing scar tissue formation by realigning fibers and increasing circulation.
    • Duration and Frequency: Up to 10 minutes for acute cases, every other day, followed by pain-free eccentric loading to realign fibers.

Trigger Points and Referred Pain

  • Trigger Points: Areas of increased sensitivity in muscles, felt as knots or taut bands. Pain is reproduced with pressure, and circulation is decreased due to sustained contractions. Trigger points negatively affect muscle flexibility.
  • Active vs. Latent Trigger Points: Active trigger points are evident at rest, while latent trigger points are not evident unless stimulated by palpation.
  • Referred Pain: Pain experienced in areas away from the actual trigger point, e.g., upper trap, levator scapulae, sternocleidomastoid.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage

  • Technique: Gentle pressure stretches subcutaneous fat to stimulate lymph fluid movement.
  • Materials: Compression garments are subsequently used during exercise, preventing post-massage swelling.
  • Lymphatic Vessels: Right lymphatic duct, right subclavian vein, thoracic duct, left subclavian vein.

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