WorksheetsMassage Therapy Concepts and Terminology
Total questions: 23
Worksheet time: 12mins
What is strength testing?
The evaluation of how quickly a muscle recovers after intense physical activity.
Testing intended to determine whether a muscle is responding with sufficient strength to perform required body functions, strength testing determines a muscle's force of contraction.
The process of measuring the range of motion a joint can achieve under normal conditions.
A test to assess the amount of endurance a muscle can sustain during continuous exercise.
What is resourceful compensation?
The body's ability to adapt to sudden changes in external environmental conditions.
Temporary changes in muscle performance due to overtraining or fatigue.
Adjustments made by the body to manage a permanent or chronic dysfunction.
The use of nutritional supplements to enhance muscle function during recovery.
What is rapport?
The development of a relationship based on mutual trust and harmony.
A technique for managing stress by creating strong social networks.
A method of communication used to resolve conflicts in a group setting.
The process of improving team performance through strategic delegation.
What is draping?
Techniques used to adjust the client’s posture to improve comfort and alignment
The procedure of covering and uncovering areas of the body and turning the client during the massage.
Methods of maintaining cleanliness and preventing the spread of germs during a session
The way a massage therapist uses their body to reduce strain and increase efficiency
What are body supports in massage therapy?
Techniques used to adjust the client’s posture for comfort and proper alignment
Methods of covering and uncovering areas of the body during a massage
Pillows, folded blankets, foam forms, or commercial products that help contour the flat surface of a massage table or mat
The way a massage therapist moves to maintain proper posture and reduce strain
What is traction in massage therapy?
Gentle pull on the joint or capsule to increase the joint space
Techniques used to adjust the client’s posture for comfort and proper alignment
Methods of covering and uncovering areas of the body during a massage
The way a massage therapist moves to maintain proper posture and reduce strain
What are orthopedic tests in massage therapy?
Techniques used to adjust the client’s posture for comfort and proper alignment
Gentle pull on the joint or capsule to increase the joint space
Methods of covering and un covering areas of the body during a massage
Assessments of bone, joint, ligament, and tendon injuries
What is neurological muscle testing in massage therapy?
Assessments of bone, joint, ligament, and tendon injuries
Gentle pull on the joint or capsule to increase the joint space
Testing designed to determine whether neurological interaction of the muscles proceeds smoothly
Methods of covering and uncovering areas of the body during a massage
What is kinesiology?
Testing designed to determine whether neurological interaction of the muscles proceeds smoothly
The science of the study of movement and the active and passive structures involved, including bones, joints, muscles, tissues, and all associated connective tissues
Assessments of bone, joint, ligament, and tendon injuries
Techniques used to adjust the client’s posture for comfort and proper alignment
What is a postural muscles?
The science of the study of movement and the active and passive structures involved, including bones, joints, muscles, tissues, and all associated connective tissues
Muscles that support the body against gravity.
Testing designed to determine whether neurological interaction of the muscles proceeds smoothly
Techniques used to adjust the client’s posture for comfort and proper alignment
Phasic Muscles are
Muscles that support the body against gravity
Muscles that move the body
The science of the study of movement and the active and passive structures involved, including bones, joints, muscles, tissues, and all associated connective tissues
Testing designed to determine whether neurological interaction of the muscles proceeds smoothly
What is palpation in massage therapy?
Assessment through touch
Muscles that support the body against gravity
Techniques used to adjust the client’s posture for comfort and proper alignment
Muscles that move the body
What are lubricants in massage therapy?
Assessment through touch
A substance that reduces friction on the skin during massage movements
Muscles that move the body
Muscles that support the body against gravity
What is ONE definition of feedback?
A technique used to improve circulation and lymphatic flow
A method of autoregulation to maintain internal homeostasis
Information received from the body that helps adjust movement or technique
A type of massage stroke designed to release muscle tension
What is ANOTHER definition of feedback?
A method of assessing muscle strength and tone
A tool or product used to reduce friction on the skin during massage
A technique for adjusting a client’s posture on the table
A noninvasive continual exchange of information between the client and the professional
What is end feel in massage therapy?
The natural exchange of information between the client and therapist during a session
A method of reducing friction on the skin during massage movements
Techniques used to support the client’s body on the massage table for comfort and alignment
In using overpressure, the massage therapist gradually applies just a bit more pressure when the end of the available passive range of joint motion has been reached
What is assessment in massage therapy?
Collection and interpretation of information provided by the client, their family and friends, the massage practitioner, and any referring medical professionals
A technique used to reduce friction on the skin during massage movements
A method of gradually applying pressure at the end of a joint’s passive range of motion
A type of massage stroke designed to increase circulation and relax muscles
What is positioning?
Using pillows, blankets, or supports to make the client more comfortable on the massage table
Placing the body in such a way that specific joints or muscles are isolated
A technique for reducing friction on the skin during massage movements
A method of assessing muscle strength and neurological function
What is positioning?
Using pillows, blankets, or supports to make the client more comfortable on the massage table
Placing the body in such a way that specific joints or muscles are isolated
A technique for reducing friction on the skin during massage movements
A method of assessing muscle strength and neurological function
What is a massage chair?
A specially designed chair that allows the client to sit comfortably during the massage
A reclining chair used mainly for watching television or resting
A padded table used for full-body massage treatments
A portable stool used by massage therapists during sessions
What is a massage table?
A chair designed to support clients in a seated position during massage
A specially designed table that allows massage to be conducted with the client lying down
A portable stool used by therapists while working
A padded bench used mainly for stretching exercises
What is a massage mat?
A thin towel used to cover massage equipment
A chair designed to support clients in a seated position
A padded table designed for full-body massage
A cushioned surface that is placed on the floor
What is positioning?
Arranging massage tools neatly on a table before a session
Using oils and lotions during a massage session
Placing the body in such a way that specific joints or muscles are isolated
Adjusting room temperature for client comfort
