Massage Therapist Flashcards
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The Golgi tendon organ (GTO) responds to muscle tension by:
Answer: Triggering muscle relaxation to protect against excessive force
When tension exceeds a threshold, the GTO inhibits the agonist muscle via autogenic inhibition, causing it to relax.
Which modality uses thumb and finger pressure on reflex zones of the feet to affect corresponding body organs?
Answer: Reflexology
Reflexology is based on the premise that specific foot zones correspond to organs and systems throughout the body.
A client arrives 15 minutes late for a 60-minute session. What is the MOST professional response?
Answer: End the session at the scheduled time and charge the full fee
Most professional standards recommend ending at the scheduled time to respect subsequent clients and enforcing the session policy fairly.
Which bone marking is the attachment site for the iliotibial (IT) band at the lateral knee?
Answer: Gerdy's tubercle on the tibia
The IT band inserts at Gerdy's tubercle on the anterolateral tibia, a common site of pain in IT band syndrome.
Which massage stroke is classified as tapotement?
Answer: Hacking
Hacking is a tapotement technique using the ulnar edges of alternating hands in rapid, rhythmic strikes.
The lymphatic system drains from the lower extremities and left side of the body into the:
Answer: Thoracic duct
The thoracic duct collects lymph from most of the body (below the diaphragm and left upper body) and empties into the left subclavian vein.
When performing massage on a client with osteoporosis, the therapist should:
Answer: Use light to moderate pressure and avoid joint mobilizations
Osteoporosis increases fracture risk; light to moderate pressure avoids stressing fragile bones while still providing therapeutic benefit.