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What is "beingness"
page 20 |
A state of complete awareness of your client and their needs.
An state of being able to ignore all distractions and completely focus on your client. |
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What are the 3 components of "The Tripod" of massage therapy?
page 34 |
Honesty
Compassion Awareness |
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What does "Honesty" mean ?
page 36 |
Honesty means being truthful in your actions and in your speaking.
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What does "Awareness" mean ?
page 38 |
Awareness implies consciousness, knowledge and alertness regarding ones self, one's actions and how one's actions affect other people or the environment.
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What does "Compassion" mean ?
page 40 |
Compassion is a feeling within one that generates empathy toward other individuals regardless of differences and circumstances.
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When should a therapist be receiving feedback?
page 42 |
Beginning (During Intake)
During (Check pressure, drapes and non verbal queues) After (How they feel & how you can improve) Followup Feedback (within 48hrs) |
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What is secondary contact?
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Touching the client with anything other than your hands, arms and/or tools.
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What is a bolster?
page 47 |
A bolster is a cushion or pillow that acts as a prop or provides support to joints.
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Where do you put the bolster when the client is prone?
page 47 |
Underneath the ankles
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Where do you put the bolster when the client is supine?
page 47 |
Underneath the knees
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Name 2 body mechanic stances.
page 54 |
Horse
Archer |
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Describe "Horse" stance
page 58 |
Feet are shoulder width apart.
Feet face forward. Knees slightly bent. Movement is side to side. |
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Describe the "Archer" stance
page 59 |
One foot in front of the body
One foot in back Both feet facing forward Back foot moves on ball of foot. Knees bent. Movement is front to back. |
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Who is the "father" of Swedish Massage?
page 62 |
Per Henrik Ling
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What are the basic strokes of Swedish Massage?
page 65 |
Effleurage
Petrissage Friction Tapotement (percussion) Vibration |
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What are the 4 strokes of Effleurage?
page 65 |
Aura/Ethereal stroking
Feathering Superficial Effleurage Deep Effleurage |
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What are the 6 types of Petrissage?
page 65 |
Skin rolling
Two-finger petrissage One-handed petrissage Two-handed petrissage Opposing petrissage Fulling |
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What are the 5 types of Gliding Friction?
page 65 |
Palmar friction
Ulnar friction Wringing Chucking Rolling |
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What are the 4 types of Non-gliding Friction?
page 65 |
Cross Fiber Friction
Longitudinal Friction Circular Friction Compression |
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What is the general purpose of Effleurage?
page 68 |
Create length, or the sensation of length in the body.
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What is the general purpose of Petrissage?
page 79 |
Encourages the movement of blood and lymph from deeper tissues and helps increase the health and elasticity of the tissue.
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What is the primary function of skin rolling?
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Breaks up adhesions
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What is the primary function of cross fiber and longitudinal friction?
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Breaks up scar tissue
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What are the general purposes of Friction strokes?
page 86 |
Friction increases circulation, breaks up adhesions and aids the absorption of fluid around the joints.
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Name some of the Beneficial Effects of Therapeutic Massage
page 109 |
Feels good
Increases circulation Reduces restrictions (ie. adhesions) Improves waste elimination processes Clients experience sesations, emotions and feelings. Increases venous flow Encourages lymph flow to reduce edema Loosens scar tissue, and can prevent scarring to some degree. Can improve muscle tone and prevent/delay atrophy. Can have a sedative, stimulating or exhaustive effect. Can stimulate endorphin release. Stimulates receptors in the skin & muscles. Promotoes deep relaxation and stress reduction. Increases joint flexibility and range of motion. Provides healthier, better nourished skin. Can relieve mental & physical fatigue. Can work internal organs Can influence body secretions (ie saliva) |
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What is the primary function of cupping?
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Breaks up congestion
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What is the difference between a Swedish Massage and a Swedish Style Massage? And which have you been trained to do?
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Swedish "style" massage uses all the strokes of a swedish massage without the specific structure and timing.
We practice Swedish Style Massages. |
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What is "Transition" ?
page 110 |
How smoothly the therapist changes from one thing to another (ie. technique, draping, movements)
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What is "Flow" ?
page 110 |
Flow refers to how well the therapist integrates transitions.
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What are some signs of "Holding" ?
page 111 |
Tense muscles
Shallow breathing Flinching Ticklish Holds or moves extremeties for the therapist Nervous talk or laughter Goose bumps Sweating |
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What are some signs of "Releasing" ?
page 111 |
Body odors occur.
Softening of tissue Healthy glow Deeper breathing Twitching R.E.M. Borborygmus (tummy gurgles) Somato Emotional Release Goose Bumps |
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Name the Endangerment Sites
page 112 |
1. Anterior triangle
2. Posterior triangle 3. Sternal notch and anterior throat 4. Inferior to the ear 5. Axillary area 6. Medial brachium 7. Medial epicondyle of the humerous 8. Femoral triangle 9. Popliteal fossa 10. Umbilicus area 11. Twelfth rib 12. Cubital area |
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What are 2 types of contraindications?
page 114 |
Full Body
Partial Body |
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Define Contraindication.
page 114 |
Reason(s) why you do not perform bodywork on a client because you might make the condition worse.
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If a client has a partial body contraindication, what does this mean to the massage session?
page 114 |
Massage cannot be performed on that particular part of the body where the concern exists.
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If a client presents a full body contraindication, what does this mean to the massage session?
page 114 |
No massage may be performed.
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Name some full body contraindications.
page 114 |
Undiagnosed Illness
Contagious Pathological Conditions Under the Influence of Drugs/Alcohol Circulatory System Disease Cancer Fever |
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What are some appropriate questions to ask in order to identify Contraindications?
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Are you currently under the care of a physician?
Tell me about your condition. Are you taking any medications? What can I do to accommodate your needs so you can relax and enjoy your session? |
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What are two general types of Vibration Strokes?
page 95 |
Mechanical
Manual |
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What are 4 types of Manual Vibration?
page 95 |
1. Vertical Vibration
2. Horizontal Vibration 3. Jostling 4. Shaking |
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What are some of the general purposes of the vibration strokes?
page 94 |
Breaks the pain cycle by inducing numbing effects.
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The leg shaking vibration stroke should be done only when the client is:
A) Prone B) Supine C) Seated Chair D) Any time page 98 |
A) Prone
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The arm shaking vibration stroke should be done only when the client is:
A) Prone B) Supine C) Seated Chair D) Any time page 98 |
B) Supine
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What is the main purpose of the Tapotement strokes?
page 100 |
Stimulation
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Name the 2 cautions associated with Tapotement strokes.
page 100 |
1) Never perform tapotement over the kidneys or bony landmarks.
2) Do not assume a client will or will-not like tapotement. Get feedback. |
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Name the 5 types of Tapotement.
page 101-103 |
1) Tapping
2) Hacking 3) Cupping 4) Slapping 5) Beating |
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Which form of tapotement is recommended for the gluteal region?
page 103 |
Beating
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Which tapotement stroke works best for the thoracic region?
page 102 |
Cupping
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What is the most important thing a therapist should be practicing in every single session?
page 121 |
Body mechanics
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What is Intrinsic Intelligence?
page 136 |
The body's innate ability to heal itself.
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What is Existentialism?
page 138 |
Taking responsibility for your own actions, and accepting the consequences that arise from those actions.
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What is a Somato-Emotional Response?
page 140 |
When a client releases emotion due to bodywork.
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True or False
A therapist has a responsibility to facilitate the client experiencing a Somato Emotional Response as often as possible. page 141 |
False
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True or False
The therapist has a responsibility to assist the client in understanding why they experienced a Somato Emotional Response. page 141 |
False
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What are the proper professional steps a therapist should take in the event a client has a Somato Emotional Response?
page 141 |
1) Validate: Ask client for feedback, and if they are unaware why they are experiencing a S.E.R, explain that it is natural.
2) Be caring, but objective. 3) Be conscious of your touch 4) If appropriate, give touch 5) Ask if they want you to continue 6) Provide a tissue if required. 7) Possibly refer client to Mental Help specialist. |
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What is Service?
page 145 |
The balance between quality & quantity
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What are "Special Populations" ?
page 148 |
Groups of individuals who require specific care to accomodate conditions, contraindications or needs.
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Why is it important to find out if a client is within a "Special Population" ?
page 148 |
Contraindications
Special techniques that can/cannot be employed |
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What is the best way to determine if someone is part of a "Special Population" ?
page 149 |
Ask questions
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What is "Informed Consent" ?
page 159 |
The client agreeing to massage once they have been fully educated about policy, procedure and effects of bodywork.
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What is "Right of Refusal" ?
page 159 |
The client or therapist may end a massage session at any time.
The therapist is required to provide a reason. |
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Define "Mechanical effects" of massage.
page 105 |
Direct effects of massage that are experienced immediately.
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Define "Reflexive effects" of massage.
page 105 |
Indirect effects of massage that are experienced shortly, or long after the massage has ended.
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Define Professional Touch
page 28 |
Touch that satisfies all legal, ethical requirements and respects boundaries.
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Define Therapeutic Touch ?
page 28 |
Touch causes no harm.
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What are boundaries?
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Areas upon the client that the therapist must not work directly, and possibly not touch at all.
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