Massage Therapy Anatomy & Physiology

Question 1

Which muscle is primarily responsible for shoulder abduction?

Accepted Answer

Deltoid

Answer

Pectoralis major

Answer

Trapezius

Answer

Latissimus dorsi

Question 2

The brachial plexus originates from which spinal levels?

Accepted Answer

C5–T1

Answer

C1–C5

Answer

T1–T6

Answer

C3–C8

Question 3

Which type of synovial joint allows movement in all planes?

Accepted Answer

Ball-and-socket

Answer

Hinge

Answer

Pivot

Answer

Saddle

Question 4

What is the function of the lymphatic system in relation to massage?

Accepted Answer

Removes metabolic waste and excess interstitial fluid

Answer

Produces red blood cells

Answer

Regulates blood pressure

Answer

Secretes digestive enzymes

Question 5

The origin of the biceps brachii (long head) is at the:

Accepted Answer

Supraglenoid tubercle

Answer

Coracoid process

Answer

Radial tuberosity

Answer

Olecranon

Question 6

Which layer of fascia directly surrounds individual muscle fibers?

Accepted Answer

Endomysium

Answer

Perimysium

Answer

Epimysium

Answer

Deep fascia