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

Answer

Sharp radiating pain with numbness during cervical rotation suggests possible nerve root compression, which contraindicates local massage techniques.

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

Answer

Deep work should be avoided near a cortisone injection site for at least 48-72 hours to prevent dispersing the medication and causing tissue irritation.

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

Answer

A positive Ober test indicates tightness of the iliotibial band and tensor fasciae latae, directly supporting myofascial release as a treatment approach.

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

Answer

In upper crossed syndrome, the pectoralis minor becomes shortened and tight, pulling the shoulders into anterior rounding and protraction.

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

Answer

Increased active range of motion is the most objective and measurable outcome to demonstrate improvement in frozen shoulder treatment.

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