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MSG 232 Final Review
MSG 232 Final Review
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Massage Therapy
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03/04/2020

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Term
What is PNF?
Definition
Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation. Stretching and contracting of a targeted muscle group to improve flexibility and ROM.
Term
With PNF, how long should you have the client push against resistance?
Definition
6 seconds.
Term
With PNF, what percentage of strength should the client be using to push against resistance?
Definition
20%
Term
What is the target muscle with adhesive capsulitis?
Definition
Subscapularis.
Term
How is sports massage different from other types of massage?
Definition
It is meant for healthy individuals.
Term
What muscle groups are targeted for sports massage?
Definition
Legs and back.
Term
Things for post sports massage.
Definition
Ask how they are doing, are they in any pain, what do they need worked on?
Term
What techniques would you use for a leg cramp?
Definition
1. Chucking
2. Compression
3. Engage antagonist
4. Fluids
5. Refer to med tent
Term
What's another word for chucking?
Definition
Approximation.
Term
Who is given credit of chucking?
Definition
John Kellogg
Term
What is the other term for engaging the antagonist?
Definition
Reciprocal innervation.
Term
What are some techniques used for pre sports massage?
Definition
Effleurage, percussion, jostle, rolling, shaking.
Term
Who is given credit for trigger point work?
Definition
Jan Travell
Term
How does Jan Travell describe a trigger point?
Definition
A hyper irritable knot in the muscle belly, may or may not refer pain.
Term
How long would you hold a trigger point?
Definition
10 seconds.
Term
What technique would you use for a trigger point in the muscle belly?
Definition
Stripping 6-12 strokes.
Term
How would you treat hypertonic muscles?
Definition
Lengthening and stripping.
Term
What are we trying to achieve with DTF over spinus process?
Definition
Mild inflammation.
Term
What is a good technique for lower back pain?
Definition
Rock and roll.
Term
What is the antagonist for infraspinatus?
Definition
Subscapularis.
Term
Where are the posterior scalenes?
Definition
Under the upper trap.
Term
Where is the referral pain for posterior scalenes?
Definition
2nd rib.
Term
Client has arthritis in neck and your hands are tired. What is an advanced technique you can use?
Definition
Door knob, joint distraction.
Term
Which rotator cuff is frequently torn from overuse or age?
Definition
Supraspinatus.
Term
What causes impingement?
Definition
Muscle imbalance.
Term
Which muscles are weak/tight with upper cross syndrome?
Definition
Weak=Rhomboids
Tight=Pecs
Term
Which muscles are weak/tight with lower cross syndrome?
Definition
Week=Glutes
Tight=Hip flexors
Term
What happens to the vertebra with spondylolithesis?
Definition
It slips anteriorly.
Term
What is a good position to have your client in if they have spondylolithesis?
Definition
Side lying with bolsters because of swayback (lordosis).
Term
What should you remember when working someone's QL?
Definition
Be patient.
Term
What is the deepest abdominal muscle?
Definition
Quadratus Lumborum.
Term
How long can you hold the QL?
Definition
60-90 seconds.
Term
If your client can't bend their leg all the way, what might they have?
Definition
Quad strain.
Term
What grade sprain would it be if your client has point tenderness, hypertonic tissue, and pain level of 4-5?
Definition
Grade 2.
Term
What is a grade 3 sprain?
Definition
A complete tear.
Term
What does the acronym PRICE stand for?
Definition
Protect
Rest
Ice
Compress
Elevate
Term
What is the main muscle involved with shin splints?
Definition
Tibialis Posterior.
Term
How would you apply DTF for shin splints?
Definition
Curl fingertips under edge of tibia.
Term
What is the best technique for plantar fasciitis?
Definition
Yin Yang 3.
Term
What is a neuroma?
Definition
Nerve tumor.
Term
Where does a neuroma usually occur?
Definition
3rd and 4th metatarsal heads.
Term
What is a good technique for a neuroma?
Definition
Metatarsal sheering.
Term
What are home treatments for a neuroma?
Definition
Dorsiflex, stretch achilles, bend knees, stretch soleus.
Term
In what section of SOAP notes would you put that your client reports having a headache?
Definition
Subjective.
Term
In what section of SOAP notes would you put measurements?
Definition
Objective.
Term
What section of SOAP notes would you record improvements made?
Definition
Assessment.
Term
What section of SOAP notes would you record home work or when they are to return?
Definition
Plan.
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