NCBTMB Massage Techniques and Modalities 2

Question 1

Which stroke is used to transition between techniques and to assess tissue quality during a massage session?

Accepted Answer

Effleurage

Answer

Petrissage

Answer

Tapotement

Answer

Friction

Question 2

In myofascial release, the therapist applies sustained pressure until what occurs?

Accepted Answer

A tissue release or 'melting' sensation is felt

Answer

The client reports pain relief

Answer

The skin becomes red from hyperemia

Answer

The muscle contracts and then relaxes

Question 3

Which hydrotherapy application is MOST appropriate for an acute injury in the first 24–48 hours?

Accepted Answer

Cold therapy to reduce inflammation

Answer

Hot packs to increase circulation

Answer

Contrast therapy alternating heat and cold

Answer

Warm paraffin wax treatment

Question 4

Trigger point therapy works primarily by addressing:

Accepted Answer

Hyperirritable spots within taut bands of skeletal muscle

Answer

Joint capsule restrictions

Answer

Lymphatic congestion in soft tissue

Answer

Fascial adhesions between muscle layers

Question 5

A massage therapist performing cross-fiber friction is working perpendicular to:

Accepted Answer

The muscle fiber direction

Answer

The direction of lymphatic flow

Answer

The client's spine

Answer

The direction of venous return

Question 6

Neuromuscular therapy (NMT) differs from general massage primarily in its focus on:

Accepted Answer

Specific soft tissue dysfunction, trigger points, and postural imbalances

Answer

Relaxation and stress reduction

Answer

Joint mobilization and stretching

Answer

Lymphatic drainage and edema reduction

Question 7

When performing tapotement, which variation uses loosely cupped hands striking the tissue?

Accepted Answer

Cupping

Answer

Hacking

Answer

Pincement

Answer

Beating