Test Bank-
Massage Therapy: Principles and Practice
Author: by Susan G. Salvo
7th Edition
,TABLE OF CONTENT
UNIT ONE FOUNDATIONS FOR PRACTICE, COMPLEMENTARY AND INTEGRATIVE METHODS,
AND BUSINESS PRACTICES
Chapter: 1 History of Massage: Prehistoric Times to the Modern Era and Professional Societies,
Organizations, and Associations
Chapter: 2 The Therapeutic Relationship: Ethics, Cultural Competencies, and Boundaries
Chapter: 3 Tools of the Trade: Tables, Accessories, Linens, Lubricants, Aromatherapy, Essential Oils, and
the Massage Environment
Chapter: 4 Career Longevity: Wellness, Wellbeing, and Self-Care
Chapter: 5 Evidence-Informed Practice and Research Literacy
Chapter: 6 Massage Therapy Research
Chapter: 7 Body Mechanics, Client Positioning, and Draping
Chapter: 8 Massage Techniques, Mobilizations, Stretches, Endangerment Sites, and Contraindications
Chapter: 9 Concepts of Disease, Standard Precautions, Transmission-Based Precautions, Disinfection
Procedures, and Emergency Preparedness
Chapter: 10 Professional Standards: Scope of Practice, Standards of Care, Assessments, Documentation,
Informed Consent, Treatment Planning, and Referrals
Chapter: 11 Special Populations: Massage for Pregnant and Postpartum Clients, Infants, Children,
Adolescents, Aging Adults, and Those with Visual, Hearing, and Mobility Impairments
Chapter: 12 Hydrotherapy: Clinical Applications, Spa Applications, and Spa Procedures
Chapter: 13 Foot Reflexology: Principles and Practice
Chapter: 14 Clinical Massage: Pain Theories and Pain Management, Clinical Assessments, and Clinical
Application Methods
Chapter: 15 Seated Massage: Principles and Practice
Chapter: 16 Asian Bodywork Therapy: Shiatsu, Thai Massage, and Ayurvedic Principles
Chapter: 17 Business Practices: Getting Started, Marketing, Professional Development, Accounting, and
Planning
UNIT TWO ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY, KINESIOLOGY, AND PATHOLOGY
Chapter: 18 Introduction to the Human Body: Medical Terminology, Cells, Tissues, and Body Compass
Chapter: 19 Skeletal System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries
,Chapter: 20 Muscular System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries
Chapter: 21 Kinesiology
Chapter: 22 Integumentary System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Injuries
Chapter: 23 Nervous System, Pathologies, Disorders, and Injuries
Chapter: 24 Endocrine System and Pathologies
Chapter: 25 Reproductive System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Disorders
Chapter: 26 Cardiovascular System, Pathologies, and Disorders
Chapter: 27 Lymphatic System, Pathologies, and Conditions
Chapter: 28 Respiratory System, Pathologies, Conditions, and Disorders
Chapter: 29 Digestive System, Pathologies, Dysfunctions, and Disorders
Chapter: 30 Urinary System, Pathologies, and Disorders
, Chapter 01: History Of Massage: Prehistoric Times To The Modern Era
And Professional Societies, Organizations, And Associations.
Multiple Choice
1. Which Method Is Defined As Manipulation Of Soft Tissue Using Pressure And Traction For
Clinical, Therapeutic, And Palliative Purposes?
A. Acupuncture
B. Ayurveda
C. Polarity Therapy
D. Massage Therapy
Correct answer: D
Massage Therapy The Manipulation Of Soft Tissue Using Compression And Decompression/Traction For
Clinical, Therapeutic, And Palliative Purposes Or For Wellness And Self-Care Purposes.
2. Which Origin For The Word Massage Is Greek?
A. Mashesh
B. Masso
C. Masser
D. Makeh
Correct answer: B
The Origin Of The Word Massage Is Unclear, But Can Be Traced To Numerous Sources: The Hebrew
Mashesh, The Greek Masso And Massin, The Latin Massa, The Arabic Mass’h, The Sanskrit Makeh, And
The French Masser.
3. When Was The Earliest The Term Massage Was Used By Most European-Based Cultures?
A. 1600s
B. 1700s
C. 1800s
D. 1900s
Correct answer: C
