CMP Massage Techniques & Reflexology

Question 1

Which massage stroke is typically used to begin and end a foot massage to warm up the tissue and promote relaxation?

Accepted Answer

Effleurage

Answer

Effleurage is a gliding stroke used to open and close massage sequences, warm superficial tissue, and promote relaxation.

Question 2

In reflexology, the area on the sole of the foot that corresponds to the spine is located along which zone?

Accepted Answer

The medial arch

Answer

In reflexology, the medial arch running along the inner edge of the foot maps to the spinal column from sacrum to neck.

Question 3

Petrissage techniques include which of the following movements?

Accepted Answer

Kneading and compression

Answer

Petrissage involves kneading, squeezing, and compression movements that work deeper muscle tissue to release tension.

Question 4

A client has varicose veins on the lower leg. How should the pedicurist adjust the massage?

Accepted Answer

Avoid massage over and proximal to the affected veins

Answer

Massage over or immediately proximal to varicose veins can dislodge a clot and is contraindicated; the area should be avoided.

Question 5

Which foot reflexology zone corresponds to the head and brain?

Accepted Answer

The toes

Answer

In reflexology, the toes represent the head, brain, and sinus areas, with each toe mapping to specific cranial regions.

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