OMT OMT Contraindications & Special Populations 2

Question 1

When treating elderly clients, which physiological change requires adjusting massage pressure and technique?

Accepted Answer

Reduced skin integrity and more fragile capillaries

Answer

Aging causes decreased collagen, thinner skin, and more fragile capillaries, making elderly clients prone to bruising and skin tears with heavy pressure.

Question 2

A client presents with fever of 102°F (39°C). What is the appropriate course of action?

Accepted Answer

Postpone treatment until fever resolves

Answer

Fever is a systemic contraindication to massage because it indicates an active inflammatory or infectious process that could be worsened or spread by circulatory stimulation.

Question 3

For clients undergoing chemotherapy, massage is best performed when?

Accepted Answer

During periods of stable blood counts and with oncologist clearance

Answer

Massage for oncology clients should occur during periods of stable blood counts with medical clearance to reduce risks of bleeding, infection, and treatment disruption.

Question 4

Which condition requires the therapist to obtain physician clearance before performing orthopedic massage?

Accepted Answer

Acute fracture in the healing phase

Answer

An acute fracture in the healing phase requires physician clearance to ensure massage does not disrupt bone healing, hardware, or cause displacement.

Question 5

When treating a client with hypertension who is on blood thinners (anticoagulants), which technique modification is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Use lighter pressure to reduce bruising risk

Answer

Anticoagulant medications impair normal clotting, making clients prone to bruising and hematoma formation; lighter pressure reduces this risk.

OMT - Orthopedic Massage Certification Practice Test

OMT - Orthopedic Massage Certification Practice Test

OMT OMT Contraindications & Special Populations 2