Massage Therapist Massage Therapist Anatomy and Physiology Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which muscle group is primarily responsible for lateral flexion of the vertebral column?

Accepted Answer

Quadratus lumborum

Answer

Rectus abdominis

Answer

Erector spinae

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Psoas major

Question 2

What type of joint is the glenohumeral joint?

Accepted Answer

Ball-and-socket

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Hinge

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Pivot

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Saddle

Question 3

Which cranial nerve innervates the sternocleidomastoid and trapezius muscles?

Accepted Answer

Accessory nerve (CN XI)

Answer

Vagus nerve (CN X)

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Hypoglossal nerve (CN XII)

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Facial nerve (CN VII)

Question 4

What is the primary function of synovial fluid within a joint capsule?

Accepted Answer

Reduce friction and nourish cartilage

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Produce red blood cells

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Transmit nerve impulses

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Store calcium for bone repair

Question 5

Which structure passes through the carpal tunnel along with the flexor tendons?

Accepted Answer

Median nerve

Answer

Ulnar nerve

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Radial nerve

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Musculocutaneous nerve

Question 6

During deep tissue massage of the posterior thigh, which muscle group is being primarily addressed?

Accepted Answer

Hamstrings

Answer

Quadriceps

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Adductors

Answer

Gluteals