NCBTMB Massage Techniques and Modalities 3

Question 1

In Swedish massage, which technique is best suited for warming up superficial tissue and increasing local circulation before deeper work?

Accepted Answer

Effleurage

Answer

Deep transverse friction

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Compression

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Vibration

Question 2

Which massage modality uses application of pressure to specific points on the feet, hands, and ears believed to correspond to body organs?

Accepted Answer

Reflexology

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Shiatsu

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Acupressure

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Polarity therapy

Question 3

During sports massage, pre-event massage should be performed to:

Accepted Answer

Stimulate tissues and prepare muscles for activity

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Promote deep relaxation and reduce muscle tone

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Address injuries and break down scar tissue

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Reduce delayed onset muscle soreness from training

Question 4

Lymphatic drainage massage uses which characteristic pressure compared to Swedish massage?

Accepted Answer

Very light pressure just enough to move skin

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Heavier pressure to push fluid through vessels

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Moderate pressure targeting muscle bellies

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Deep pressure at lymph node sites

Question 5

In Thai massage, the therapist primarily uses which body parts to apply pressure?

Accepted Answer

Thumbs, palms, feet, elbows, and knees

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Fingertips and thumbs only

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Knuckles and forearms only

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Palms and heel of hand only

Question 6

The term 'rolfing' refers to a form of bodywork that primarily addresses:

Accepted Answer

Structural integration through deep fascial manipulation

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Meridian pathways and chi flow

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Trigger points and referred pain patterns

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Craniosacral rhythm and dural tension

Question 7

Which contraindication is MOST relevant when considering friction techniques over scar tissue?

Accepted Answer

Scar tissue less than 6–8 weeks old

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Hypertrophic scars that have fully matured

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Superficial scars without nerve involvement

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Scars from elective cosmetic procedures