Massage Therapy Pathology & Contraindications 2

Question 1

Fibromyalgia is characterized by:

Accepted Answer

Widespread musculoskeletal pain and tender points

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Joint destruction from autoimmune attack

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Peripheral nerve demyelination

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Muscle enzyme deficiency

Question 2

A client reports that one leg is swollen, red, and warm after a long flight. The therapist should:

Accepted Answer

Refer the client to a physician immediately and withhold massage

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Apply gentle lymphatic drainage to the affected leg

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Apply deep petrissage to reduce the swelling

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Apply ice and continue the session on the unaffected leg

Question 3

Diabetes can affect massage because uncontrolled diabetes may cause:

Accepted Answer

Peripheral neuropathy reducing sensation accuracy

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Excessive joint mobility

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Increased collagen production

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Heightened immune response

Question 4

Osteoporosis is a condition where massage must be modified to avoid:

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Fractures due to decreased bone density

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Muscle spasms from overstimulation

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Excessive lymph fluid production

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Skin tears from friction

Question 5

Which cancer-related concern makes massage over a tumor site an absolute contraindication?

Accepted Answer

Risk of spreading cancer cells through the circulatory and lymphatic system

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Causing chemical burns from massage lubricant

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Triggering an allergic reaction to massage oil

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Overstimulating the immune system

Question 6

Raynaud's phenomenon causes fingers and toes to turn white or blue in response to:

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Cold or stress causing vasospasm

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Excess heat causing vasodilation

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Bacterial infection

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Nerve entrapment