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Massage Techniques Flashcards

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  1. Which modality uses movement of the joints through their range of motion by the therapist?

    Answer: Passive range of motion (PROM)

    In passive range of motion, the therapist moves the client's joint without any muscular effort from the client.

  2. Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) stretching involves alternating:

    Answer: Isometric contraction and passive stretch

    PNF uses a cycle of isometric contraction followed by passive stretch to achieve greater range of motion through reciprocal inhibition and post-isometric relaxation.

  3. What is the primary goal of myofascial release?

    Answer: Elongate restricted fascia and restore mobility

    Myofascial release uses sustained low-load pressure to stretch and soften fascial restrictions, restoring normal tissue mobility.

  4. Which stroke is characterized by rapid, alternating percussion movements like hacking or cupping?

    Answer: Tapotement

    Tapotement encompasses rhythmic percussion strokes—hacking, cupping, beating, and tapping—that stimulate and invigorate tissue.

  5. Compression massage is most commonly applied to:

    Answer: Muscle bellies with the palms or fists

    Compression is applied perpendicularly into muscle bellies using the palm or fist to spread fibers and increase local circulation.

  6. In lymphatic drainage massage, the pressure used should be:

    Answer: Very light, approximately 30–40 mmHg

    Manual lymphatic drainage uses extremely light, rhythmic pressure of about 30–40 mmHg to move lymph through superficial lymphatic capillaries.