Salvo Ch. 7 Review

Question 1

Factor found to strongly contribute to loss of work from massage related injuries.

Answer 1

Physical exhaustion

Question 2

Point at the exact center of an objects mass; in the average person, it is in the lower abdomen when standing in an anatomic position.

Answer 2

Center of gravity

Question 3

Table height used for applying compression to use gravity and body weight.

Answer 3

Lower

Question 4

All points of contact on which an object rests.

Answer 4

Bade of support

Question 5

A push or pull upon an object resulting from one object interacting with another.

Answer 5

Force

Question 6

Group of musculoskeletal structures that include whale muscles of the abdomen, spine, hips, and pelvic floor.

Answer 6

Core of the body

Question 7

Pillows or cushions of various sizes and densities used for supporting clients in the prone, supine, side lying, and seated positions.

Answer 7

Bolster

Question 8

Stance used when the target areas of the massage technique is directly in front of the practioners body.

Answer 8

Horse

Question 9

Low intensity movements performed before the first massage, and perhaps repeated throughout the workday.

Answer 9

Warm up activities

Question 10

Table height used when applying small, detailed, low force techniques while seated or standing or while applying traction.

Answer 10

Higher

Question 11

Encompasses the use of one’s body in a manner that is safe, energy conserving, and reduces physical stress and strain.

Answer 11

Body Mechanics

Question 12

Term to describe the semireclining position used on patients in Healthcare settings and classified according to the degree of elevation.

Answer 12

Fowler

Question 13

Position in which the client in lying face down.

Answer 13

Prone

Question 14

A modified supine position in which the torso is elevated.

Answer 14

Semireclining

Question 15

Using linens or similar fabrics to cover the clients body, the massage table, and table accessories.

Answer 15

Draping

Question 16

Position in which the client lies on their side, usually with the hips and knees flexed.

Answer 16

Side lying

Question 17

Stance used when the target areas of the massage technique is toward the side and not directly in front of the practitioners body.

Answer 17

Archer

Question 18

Position of the pelvis to help stabilize the core.

Answer 18

Posterior tilt

Question 19

Positions of the practitioners feet used to provide the practitioners base of support during the massage.

Answer 19

Stance

Question 20

Position in which the clients torso is usually erect, knees are bent, and buttocks supported.

Answer 20

Seated

Question 21

Position in which the client is lying face up or on the back.

Answer 21

Supine

Question 22

Heightened self awareness and focused attention given to present moments.

Answer 22

Mindfulness

Question 23

Involves helping the client receive massage in ways that promote stability and provide comfort through proper body alignment.

Answer 23

Client positioning

Question 24

Ability to control the position and motion of the trunk, allowing for optimum production and transfer of force and motion.

Answer 24

Core stability

Question 25

The concept of adapting the work to the worker describes

Answer 25

Ergonomics

Question 26

Approximately... of massage practitioners experience work related pain.

Answer 26

70%

Question 27

The recommended amount of moderate intensity physical activity for healthy adults age 18 to 65 is a minimum of ... Minutes for ... days a week.

Answer 27

30/5

Question 28

The recommended amount of sleep that adults ages 18 to 65 should get is between ... hours of sleep.

Answer 28

7 to 9

Question 29

Awareness of one's thoughts, feelings and sensations related to the external environment is called

Answer 29

Exteroception

Question 30

Practitioners should leave a minimum of ... of open space around all sides of the table.

Answer 30

3 feet

Question 31

Table height should be set .... when applying ... force when applying more detailed techniques while seated.

Answer 31

Higher/Low

Question 32

The table consideration that makes it easier to apply techniques beneath the clients body is

Answer 32

Plush padding

Question 33

The stance in which the feet are pointing in the same direction is the

Answer 33

Horse stance

Question 34

The stance that provides a stable foundation for administering more lengthy techniques is the

Answer 34

Archer stance

Question 35

A semireclining position that elevates a person's torso between 46 and 60 degrees describes a

Answer 35

Standard Fowler

Question 36

Bolsters are placed in front of the ankles in the ... position.

Answer 36

Prone