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  1. Which massage modality uses gentle traction and decompression and is particularly useful for relieving pregnancy-related carpal tunnel syndrome?

    Answer: Myofascial release

    Myofascial release techniques can decompress the carpal tunnel by releasing fascial restrictions in the wrist and forearm, reducing nerve compression symptoms.

  2. A client in her 32nd week reports pubic symphysis pain. Which area should the therapist AVOID working directly?

    Answer: Inner thigh adductors near the pubic symphysis

    Direct work near the pubic symphysis and proximal adductors is contraindicated with pubic symphysis dysfunction due to the risk of increasing instability and pain.

  3. Trigger point therapy applied to the quadratus lumborum during pregnancy should be performed:

    Answer: With the client in a side-lying position with the affected side up

    Side-lying with the affected side up allows therapist access to the QL while keeping the client in the safest prenatal position.

  4. What distinguishes lymphatic drainage massage from standard effleurage in the prenatal context?

    Answer: Lymphatic drainage uses very light, rhythmic strokes following lymph vessel pathways

    Manual lymphatic drainage uses extremely light, rhythmic strokes that follow lymphatic pathways, making it distinct from effleurage and ideal for pregnancy edema.

  5. When using heat application in combination with prenatal massage, which body area requires the most caution?

    Answer: The lower abdomen and lumbar region

    Heat over the lower abdomen or lumbar region can raise core temperature and potentially affect uterine tone, making this area require special caution.

  6. Stretching the pectoralis minor during a prenatal massage is beneficial because it helps counter:

    Answer: Forward head posture and rounded shoulders from breast weight

    Increased breast weight during pregnancy promotes forward head posture and rounded shoulders, making pectoralis minor stretching helpful for postural correction.

  7. For a client experiencing pregnancy-related leg cramps, the most appropriate immediate massage technique is:

    Answer: Gentle passive dorsiflexion paired with effleurage

    Passive dorsiflexion lengthens the cramping calf muscle while gentle effleurage promotes circulation, providing effective relief without aggravating the spasm.