Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination MBLEx Test Client Assessment and Treatment Questions and Answers 3

Question 1

A massage therapist is performing range of motion assessment on a client's cervical spine. Which finding would be considered a contraindication for cervical massage techniques?

Accepted Answer

Sharp radiating pain with numbness during cervical rotation

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Mild stiffness at the end range of lateral flexion

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Slight discomfort during flexion that resolves immediately

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Audible crepitus without pain during extension

Question 2

During intake, a client mentions they had a cortisone injection in their right knee three days ago. How should this information affect the treatment plan?

Accepted Answer

Avoid deep work on the injected area for at least 48-72 hours post-injection

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Proceed with deep tissue massage directly on the injection site

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Apply heat therapy to the injection site to enhance absorption

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Reschedule the appointment for at least two weeks later

Question 3

Which objective assessment finding best supports a treatment focus on myofascial release for the IT band?

Accepted Answer

Positive Ober test with restricted hip adduction

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Negative Thomas test with full hip extension

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Pain-free active knee flexion to 135 degrees

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Symmetric bilateral hip rotation range of motion

Question 4

A client who works at a computer desk for 8 hours daily presents with anterior shoulder rounding and upper crossed syndrome. Which muscle is most likely shortened and should be addressed in treatment?

Accepted Answer

Pectoralis minor

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Middle trapezius

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Rhomboids

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Serratus anterior

Question 5

When reassessing a client after a series of six sessions for frozen shoulder, which measurable outcome best demonstrates treatment effectiveness?

Accepted Answer

Increased active range of motion in shoulder flexion and abduction

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The client verbally reports feeling better overall

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The therapist notices less visible guarding during treatment

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The client can tolerate deeper pressure on the affected shoulder

Question 6

A new client's health history reveals they are currently taking blood-thinning medication. Which treatment modification is most important?

Accepted Answer

Reduce pressure and avoid deep tissue techniques to prevent bruising

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Increase session duration to allow for gentler technique application

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Apply cold therapy before and after the session

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Use only passive stretching instead of any massage techniques