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Question 1

Primary effects on massage

Answer 1

1. Improved circulation
2. Muscle relaxation
3. Separation of muscle and connective tissue

Question 2

What are some specialised features of the thoracic vertebrae?

Answer 2

1. 12 vertebrae
2. Facets on the sides of the bodies for articulation
3. Medium sized and heart shaped
4. Separated my intervertebral discs

Question 3

Name some structures in the area that we should be aware or?

Answer 3

Ribs, sternum, lungs

Question 4

Name the difference between a true and false rib

Answer 4

False rib doesn’t meet with sternum

Question 5

How would you treat a 70 year old woman with osteoporosis

Answer 5

• Gentle massage
• Taking care to not overstretch
• Resistance training
• Build up slowly
• Assess as you massage
• Look into the recent history of fractures / falls
• Avoid sudden movements
• Helps reduce tension with increases flexibility

Question 6

Why do we use different techniques before and after sports events?

Answer 6

• Pre-event should be short and energetic, stimulates the nerves, temporarily constricts blood vessel which has the opposite effect following the massage
Post-event encourages a faster recovery, assist with healing, relaxation, circulation and lymphatic drainage