Massage Post Test (Please complete Evaluation at end of Test)

 

____ 1.  A physiological response that occur from massage as a result of pressure, force,

              or range of motion is

a.       Mechanical response

b.      Pressure response

c.       Reflexive response

d.      Biophysiologic response

_____ 2.  The systematic and scientific manipulation of the soft tissues of the body for

                the purpose of establishing or maintaining good health is

a.       Shiatsu

b.      Yoga

c.       Tai Chi

d.      Swedish massage

_____ 3. Increased local circulation, stretching of the muscle tissue, and loosening of

   adhesions and scar tissue are some direct effects of

a.       Medicine

b.      Analgesics

c.       Massage

d.      Massage lotions

_____ 4.  A psychological benefit of massage is relief of

a.       Paranoia

b.      Anxiety & fear

c.       Money problems

d.      Ischemia

_____5.  In the Swedish Movement System, movement are classified as active,

               duplicated, and

a.       Passive

b.      Repetitive

c.       Responder

d.      Avoidance

_____6.  Contraindication to massage include

a.       Regional contraindication, which means they are found in different countries

b.      Circulation enhancement, pain control, and musculoskeletal discomfort

c.       Any conditions that do not require analgesics

d.      Any condition that could render massage undesirable or improper

_____ 7.  Systematic and scientific manipulation of the body’s soft tissues for the

                 purpose of obtaining maintaining health is the definition of

a.       Acupuncture

b.      Phrenology

c.       Moxibustion

d.      Massage

 

Bonus: What are the physiological effects of massage on pain?

a.       Reduce post-traumatic headaches better than cold pack treatments

b.      Lessen pain and muscle spasms in patients

c.       Stimulate the brain to produce endorphins

d.      Improve confidence by encouraging patients to effectively cope with their pain.

e.       All of the above

 

Healing Through Massage Evaluation:

Legend:
1 = Strongly Disagree  
2 = Mildly disagree
3 = Neutral
4 = Mildly Agree
5 = Strongly Agree

1. The following objectives were met.
a.   Discuss the use of massage as a therapeutic technique for treating a variety of illnesses.
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b.   Describe the physiological response of the tissues to stimulation.
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c.   Describe the response of massage on perception of pain.
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d.    Compare and contrast various massage techniques.
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2. Guest Speaker-Alex Matthews, MT, MTI 
            a. Knowledge and currency of topic.
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            b. Ability to make points clear.
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            c. Ability to apply content to practice.
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            d. Speaking style.
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3. Moderator-Sandra Gaskin RN, MSN 
            a. Guides the discussion.
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            b. Asks pertinent questions.
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            c.   Encourages attention to subject matter.
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            d.   Fosters clarification of presented information.
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            e. Fosters relaxed attentiveness
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How much time did it take you to watch the video?             _______Minutes

How much time did it take you to complete the posttest?     _______Minutes