Anatomy, kinesiology, and massage technique fundamentals tested on the MBLEx licensing exam.
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40 basic cards for MBLEx Allied Health. It opens with "What is the primary function of ligaments?" and "Name the three layers of muscle connective tissue, from innermost to outermost". Study it alongside the other MBLEx sets below.
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- What is the primary function of ligaments?
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To connect bone to bone and provide joint stability- Name the three layers of muscle connective tissue, from innermost to outermost.
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Endomysium, perimysium, epimysium- What is the term for the fluid that surrounds joints and reduces friction?
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Synovial fluid- In which plane of motion does flexion and extension occur?
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Sagittal plane- What is the movement that brings a limb toward the midline of the body?
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Adduction- Define supination of the forearm.
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Rotation of the forearm so the palm faces upward- Which massage technique uses long, flowing strokes in the direction of blood return to the heart?
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Effleurage- What is petrissage?
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A massage technique using kneading motions to compress, lift, and roll tissue- What is tapotement in massage therapy?
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Percussion strokes using the hands in rapid, rhythmic patterns- What does friction massage target?
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Deep layers of muscle tissue and connective tissue- What is the primary effect of massage on the circulatory system?
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It increases blood flow to the massaged tissues- How does massage affect muscle tension?
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It reduces muscle tension through relaxation and increased circulation- What is the gate control theory of pain?
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A theory that non-painful stimuli can block pain signals from reaching the brain- Which nerve system is activated by relaxing massage strokes?
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The parasympathetic nervous system- What is a contraindication for massage?
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A condition that makes massage inadvisable or unsafe for a client
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