CMT CMT Soft Tissue Mobilization & Myofascial Techniques 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is the primary goal of myofascial release (MFR) in manual therapy?
- Increase bone density
- Release fascial restrictions to restore mobility and reduce pain (Correct answer)
- Strengthen weakened muscles
- Improve cardiovascular endurance
Correct answer: Release fascial restrictions to restore mobility and reduce pain
Myofascial release targets fascial restrictions to restore normal tissue mobility and alleviate pain.
Question 2: Which technique involves applying sustained pressure into a myofascial restriction until tissue release occurs?
- Swedish effleurage
- Direct myofascial release (Correct answer)
- Trigger point dry needling
- Passive stretching
Correct answer: Direct myofascial release
Direct myofascial release applies sustained pressure directly into the restriction barrier until the tissue releases.
Question 3: A trigger point is best defined as:
- A joint capsule adhesion
- A hyperirritable spot within a taut band of skeletal muscle (Correct answer)
- An inflamed bursa
- A bone spur pressing on a nerve
Correct answer: A hyperirritable spot within a taut band of skeletal muscle
Trigger points are hyperirritable spots within taut muscle bands that can cause local and referred pain.
Question 4: Which soft tissue technique uses slow, deep gliding strokes to lengthen muscle fibers and reduce adhesions?
- Petrissage
- Friction massage
- Deep tissue massage (Correct answer)
- Tapotement
Correct answer: Deep tissue massage
Deep tissue massage uses slow, deep pressure to target deeper muscle layers and break down adhesions.
Question 5: Indirect myofascial release differs from direct MFR in that it:
- Uses percussion to release fascia
- Moves tissue away from the restriction barrier toward ease (Correct answer)
- Applies greater pressure into the restriction
- Requires instrument-assisted tools
Correct answer: Moves tissue away from the restriction barrier toward ease
Indirect MFR moves tissue toward the position of ease rather than directly into the restriction barrier.
Question 6: Cross-fiber friction massage is most commonly used to:
- Reduce systemic inflammation
- Break down scar tissue and adhesions in tendons and ligaments (Correct answer)
- Increase range of motion at synovial joints
- Stimulate lymphatic drainage
Correct answer: Break down scar tissue and adhesions in tendons and ligaments
Cross-fiber friction is applied perpendicular to tissue fibers to break down scar tissue and promote healing.
CMT CMT Soft Tissue Mobilization & Myofascial Techniques 1
What is the primary goal of myofascial release (MFR) in manual therapy?