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Lectures 1-8 - midterm study Flashcards

1
Q

list ways to modify/switch up massage application (12)

A

pressure, point of application, direction, drag, speed, pacing, rhythm, magnitude, sequencing and transitioning, frequency, duration, intention for outcome

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2
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define the different speeds for massage , slow, moderate, fast

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slow = 10 secs from beg to end of stroke
moderate = 5 secs from beg to end
fast = 2 secs from beg to end

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3
Q

4 main goals of massage ?

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relaxation
stress management
pain management
functional movement support

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4
Q

the average position of a persons weight distribution is called what?

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center of gravity

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5
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4 concepts of body mechanics common to all techniques used:

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keeping back straight and maintaining core stability
weight transfer
perpendicularity
stacking the joint

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6
Q

name the 5 types of tissue loading

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compression
bending
shearing
torsion
tension

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7
Q

define the 2 ways touch therapy can be classified

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mechanical - used to achieve specific outcome

expressive - used to support client

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8
Q

list some methods that have the potential to load tissue and create mechanical stress (9)

A

static
compression
gliding
twisting
shearing
elongation
oscillating
percussive
movement

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9
Q

define professional touch

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skilled touch delivered to achieve a specific outcome and the recipient reimburses the the services provided

purposeful and structured

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10
Q

mechanical forces can act on the body in a variety of ways by ________ and ______

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loading tissues and creating stress

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11
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what are the draping boundary lines

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undrape back to PSIS level

undrape to the greater trochanter for gluteal access

undrape to the lateral iliac crest so gluteal attachments are accessible

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12
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define intention for outcome

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therapists focus on the patient and their goals with a clear concept of outcomet

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13
Q

list the general effects of massage therapy (6)

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physiologic
psychological
psychoneuroimmunologic
mechanical
reflexive
energetic

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14
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what are oscillations

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moving back and forth in a reciprocating manner

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15
Q

list the principles of massage

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general - specific- general
superficial deep superficial
proximal -distal - proximal
peripheral-central-peripheral

5th one = treating the antagonist

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16
Q

which 2 principles apply to EVERY technique used in massage

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general -specific-general
superfical- deep-superficial

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17
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which principle of massage is used when treating acute or subacute injuries or scar tissue

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peripheral-central-peripheral

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18
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What do boundaries refer to in the context of a therapeutic massage?

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The limits established by the therapist in relation to the client before during and after the treatment

Maintain privacy
Ensure privacy for interview

Ensure the clients
information is secured & confidential

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19
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What is a contraindication?

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It is symptom or circumstance that makes a particular treatment or treatment technique inadvisable

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20
Q

list the 3 types of CI’s

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General avoidance

Regional/local avoidance of application

Application with caution

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21
Q

who was credited for developing Swedish massage but didnt actually invent them

A

per henrik ling

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22
Q

what physio developed manual lymph drainage

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emil vodder

23
Q

define technique

A

the way a person performs the basic physical movements, skills, methods in any specific field

24
Q

when obtaining consent what is important to include

A

the ABCDE’S

25
Q

what do boundaries refer to in the context of a therapeutic massage

A

they refer to the limits established by the therapist in relation to the client before during or after tx

ranging from time management to emotional and physical boundaries

26
Q

what is wellness defined as

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a balance for mind, body, spirit as well as self perception of ones well being

27
Q

what is the wellness interaction model based on

A

International Classification of
Functioning, Disability and Health
(ICF)-shows an ongoing interaction
between a person, wellness and his
environment

28
Q

define wellness massage

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when the client does not present with impairments on body functions or structures instead they wish to enhance certain structures/functions

29
Q

is PTSD considered an anxiety disorder?

A

yes

30
Q

what is apical breathing pattern?

A

most movement is in the upper chest

least efficient mechanism

31
Q

in a stress reduction tx what are some contraindications

A

aggressive/stimulating techniques - tapotement

pressure on abdomen

32
Q

stress is not a disease but can contribute to ill health

A
33
Q

where does the fight or flight response rely on communication in

A

CNS
cerebral cortex
limbic system
thalamus
hypothalamus
reticular formation
reticular activating system (RAS)

34
Q

what does the ANS do

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regulate the internal functions of the body in order to maintain a consistent internal environment

35
Q

ANS controls what

A

smooth muscle of visceral organs
arteries
veins
heart
glands

36
Q

what is the ANS divided into

A

PNS
SNS

37
Q

increase in firing = increased tone

decreased in firing = decreased tone

A
38
Q

origin of massage from arabic “MASS” to touch or greek “messein” to knead

A
39
Q

why choose side lying

A

pregnant women
access lateral upper leg/ITB area, adductors
scalenes, rotator cuff, pec minor, serratus anterior, QL’S , glut med/min

40
Q

where do you place pillows for side lying

A

under clients head, between knees, one to hug and support chest

41
Q

draping lines for side lying

A

iliac crest
greater trochanter
lateral iliac crest

42
Q

prone draping lines

A

PSIS
greater trochanter
lateral iliac crest

43
Q

supine draping lines

A

down to pec muscles, rise of breasts
should be space for one hand between clavicle and line of drape

44
Q

what is centre of gravity

A

the average positions of a persons weight distribution

45
Q

center of gravity is closest tp the area where most of the weight is located in your body

A

somewhere around the navel when standing upright

SHIFT BODY WEIGHT TO MOVE COG FORWARD

46
Q

what is apical breathing

A

upper chest or apex of lungs are used to breath

ribs only move slightly lateral and abdomen hardly moves

stress breathing

47
Q

what is paradoxical breathing

A

abdomen does not rise as they inhale

abdominal muscles do not relax which holds the viscera immobile

lateral rib motion and scalene muscles must compensate for the lack of motion

48
Q

what would be used to loosen mucus or help with coughing

A

tapotement
percussion
cupping

49
Q

what is responsible for hormone secretion

A

endocrine system

50
Q

how to effectively communicate with patients

A

use plain language
ask questions frequently
seek information on patient needs
use self disclosure carefully
pay attention to body language

51
Q

what system regulates homeostasis

A

autonomic nervous system

52
Q

what is the slapping technique good for

A

releasing histamine, increasing vasodilation

53
Q
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