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A stroma refers to the connective framework that supports the cellular structure of tissue and organs.

A client with a grade 3 disability is considered highly disabled but with moderate limitation of functionality. A good example is an injured construction worker with a crushed vertebrae who is disabled from returning to work, but has moderate limitations in daily functions like walking, sitting and eating.

The anatomical term “foramen” refers to a hole or opening for nerves or tissues to pass through as in the foramen ovale of the sphenoid bone on the skull which allows several nerves, arteries and veins to pass through.

The circadian rhythm is a term used to describe biological process that are governed by external factors like light and darkness or temperature. The circadian rhythm was first recorded in the 4th century BC and has been researched ever since. The evidence points to this clock being reset every 24 hours.

The action of petrissage is best suited for moving stagnant blood and lymph away from an injury site and replacing it with nutrient rich blood and fresh lymph.

The plasma membrane is made of two layers of fat molecules that contain phosphorus and is also known as the phospholipid bilayer.

The occipital muscles act to anchor the head during mastication but add stress and strain to the temporalis and masseter when the occipitals are hypertonic.

The tibial nerve is a distal branch of the sciatic nerve which passes through the popliteal fossa where it divides into the medial and lateral plantar nerves.

Mitosis is part process of cellular division in which a cell replicates its chromosomes and nucleus and divides them evenly into an identical cell.

The acromion process is located at the top of the shoulder and articulates with the lateral end of the clavicle. It is the fibers of the middle trapezius that insert into the medial margin of the acromion process.

According to the American Orthopeadic Society for Sports Medicine, dry weather has an effect on non-contact ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injuries of football players. Extrinsic factors for injury are forces that act from outside the human body. In this case, the uncommonly dry weather is an extrinsic factor of injury.

Discussing the issue with a peer is the best step towards gaining an unbiased view of the situation. The other choices signal that the therapist has made an assumption about the dynamics surrounding the client’s behavior.

There are three joints that are part of the shoulder girdle - the sternoclavicular joint, the acromioclavicular joint and the glenohumeral joint.

A latent trigger point only produces pain during palpation.

The passive range of motion test assesses the antagonist muscles of the body. We are looking for the muscle that would inhibit rotation to the right. In this case, the left levator scapularis is the shortened muscle.

A strict order to not treat by a medical doctor should always be honored, especially in the case of a medical condition that can be adversely affected by massage. If the client insists on massage, then the massage therapist should recommend that the client obtain a second opinion and an authorization letter or prescription from another doctor.

The alimentary canal is the passageway from the mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine and ends at the anus. This canal is also the digestive tract.

Sometimes a client can develop complex issues and it is important for a massage professional to “check in” with their own personal scope of practice to insure a healthy therapeutic relationship. In this case, the massage therapist should recommend another practitioner with special training to better assist the client.

Soft tissue barriers represent the degree to which soft tissues can be manipulated for effective treatments. Understanding soft tissue barriers is an integral part of the assessment process.

Thyroxine, produced by the thyroid gland, is a hormone that affects nearly every cell in the body by regulating metabolic processes.

A postural assessment can be performed while the client is standing to observe how they hold themselves upright in relation to gravitational forces or while laying down in a supine/prone position to determine any asymmetries.

A Golgi tendon organ or GTO provides the sensory component to the Golgi tendon reflex, a phenomenon that protects a muscle/tendon from an excessive load or stretch.

Elements are pure substances that are composed of a single type of atom. The fourth element missing from this statement is nitrogen, which is a key component of the amino acid chains that comprise proteins. Nitrogen is also found in the DNA and RNA of our gene codes.

Guyon’s canal syndrome is a compression of the ulnar nerve between the hook of the hamate and the pisiform bones located in the palm of the hand.

Passive ROM is when the therapist performs the movement of the client’s body. This is used to determine joint versus muscular dysfunctions.

The time to collect information about a physical complaint or injury is during the intake process.

Nephro and nephr both refer to the kidneys. An example is nephritis, which is an inflammation of the kidneys.

A joint that feels restricted and lacking in movement is hypomobile. A joint that is lax and loose would be hypermobile.

The client is displaying a grade 1 injury and should heal quickly with rest and proper care. A grade 2 injury is experienced during and after an activity. A grade 3 injury is mild to moderate pain at all times with mild swelling and partial loss of functional use. A grade 4 injury is moderate to severe pain at all times with loss of functional use by a serious pathological disorder.

The tonsils are masses of lymphatic tissue located just behind the tongue at the back of the throat. Tonsils are the first line of defense against inhaled or ingested pathogens and are part of the immune system.

Lordosis is a condition of the lumbar spine which causes and anteriorly rotated pelvis. The anterior rotation causes the hip flexors to tighten which includes a shortening of the psoas muscle.

Disclosing all of the details about a treatment to a client gives them the opportunity to decide how to proceed and is part of the process to obtain informed consent.

A valgum deformity is an outward angulation of the distal segment of a joint or bone. In other words, the knees will be angled medially and the feet will be angled laterally. Reverse this scenario to laterally angled knees and medially angled feet and you will see a varum deformity also known as bow legged.

When the body is exposed to prolonged heat, more blood is shunted to superficial veins in order to lower body temperature. This results in decreased venous return to the heart. The resulting lowered cardiac output causes less oxygenated blood to reach the brain, causing dizziness and fainting.

The Apley’s scratch test requires a client to reach behind their back, one hand from above reaching down and the other hand from behind reaching up to scratch between the shoulder blades. The test is designed to assess the range of motion of both shoulders in each direction. The client then repeats the action with the opposite hand to measure range of motion in the other direction.

Nerves that send messages to the central nervous system (CNS) are called afferent nerves. Sensory receptors are examples of afferent nerves. The nerves that send messages from the CNS to the body are called efferent nerves. Somatic nerves are an example of efferent nerves.

A locked door can put the therapist at risk of being accused for entrapment of a client. If a door must be locked be sure to ask the client for permission.

During a postural assessment evaluation, it is important to note both intrinsic and extrinsic factors for postural deviations. An intrinsic factor would be an internal issue and therefore includes physical abnormalities as a shortened leg. ; An improperly fitted shoe would be an example of an extrinsic factor upon the body.

A bulboid corpuscle is a cutaneous thermo-receptor which detect changes in temperature and relay the message to the CNS.

Stratum lucidum is a translucent buildup of two to three layers of dead skin cells typically found on the palms of the hands or the soles of the feet. Stratum lucidum is located between the deeper stratum granulosum and the more superficial stratum corneum layers of skin. The thickness of stratum layers of cells is governed by the rate of mitosis (cellular division.)

An empty end feel is a case where the therapist cannot determine the true range of motion due to the client contracting their muscles (also known as muscle guarding) to prevent movement. This is typically due to an injury and is recommended to refer the client to seek medical attention.

A person who has been in an auto accident could have any number of injuries including shock. For the safety of the client and your protection as a therapist, the best recommendation is to refer the client for a medical evaluation before any treatment is considered.

A client that expresses feelings above and beyond the typical role as a client is seen as demonstrating transference. Being overly special can be seen as a red flag, especially in early stages of the therapeutic relationship.

Psychosomatic pain is often caused by emotional distress and thus has no know physical cause. Psychosomatic pain can be a result from a broken heart after a break up, feelings of being inadequate or from any number of depressive thought patterns.

Stretch reflex or myotatic reflex is an automatic muscle contraction in response to a stretching of muscle fibers. In this case, during the event of losing balance, muscles are stretched and triggered to automatically contract as a means of regaining balance.

There are laws, rules and regulations against developing a sexual relationship with a client. If a sexual relationship existed prior to the client/therapist relationship, then continued sexual interaction is allowable. A typically safe amount of time to wait is 6 months after the client/therapist relationship has been dissolved (documented and signed by both parties) before pursuing a romantic interaction. However, the best path to preserving your career and avoiding a possible investigation is to never engage a client or previous client in any relations outside of a therapeutic environment.

Systole and diastole refer to the contraction (systole) and relaxation (diastole) phase of a heart beat.

Auscultation is the Latin term for listening. Many health professionals use a stethoscope to apply the highly developed skill of auscultation to assess the heart, lungs and digestive system of their patients.

The term anatomical snuff box or rather, “snuff box“ was coined by using the space between the tendons of the extensor pollicus longus and the extensor pollicus brevis (and the abductor pollicus longus) as a place to hold snuff tobacco.

Zoning ordinances and regulations are local laws that govern how a property can be used. Always check with the local municipality before making any major changes to a home or office.

There are two primary types of circulation systems in nature, one being open and the other being closed. In humans, the blood never leaves the intricate webbing of blood vessels and is thus considered a closed circulatory system. An open circulatory system is one where blood and interstitial fluid move freely within an organism, as in the case of gastropods, otherwise known as snails.

An eccentric extension of the neck requires the flexors to fire during contraction, causing the extensor muscle levator scapulae to relax.

The brachial plexus is a nerve bundle that supplies the arm and hand. The root of the nerve innervates the scalene muscles where a hypertonicity can compress the nerve plexus as well as the subclavian artery and vein.

The collection of specialized heart muscle cells which regulate the heart beat was discovered by the Swiss cardiologist Wilhelm His in 1893 and this given the name, Bundle of His.

Albumins, globulins and fibrinogens are proteins found in the blood plasma. They serve many different functions, including transport of lipids, hormones, vitamins and metals in the circulatory system. They also regulate acellular (single cell) activity and the functioning of the immune system.

The ossicles are the three smallest bones in the human body and help transmit sound to the cochlea. The term ossicles literally means “tiny bones” and are named the incus, the malleus and the stapes. An absence of these bones causes a severe hearing loss.

There are various forms of myocytes in the body, but it is the cardiac myosytes that are responsible for generating the electrical impulses that control heart rate.

The question describes the fundamentals of framework. A framework is all encompassing within the massage field and includes the values and visions, conception, design and desires of a massage therapist as they apply to a business model. Developing a solid framework is essential to creating a healthy and successful practice.

Since Guyon’s canal syndrome is a compression injury of the ulnar nerve, deep tissue massage will only cause additional damage and discomfort.

All aspects of the integumentary system are affected by aging. These changes result in thinning of the skin layers, fewer active hair follicles, leading to thin, sparse hair and sebaceous activity, and reduced blood supply. There is also dryness due to reduced sweat.

Whole hand nerve sensations with arm discoloration indicate compression at the thoracic outlet.

ABCDE refers to irregularities in skin. A - asymmetrical shape of skin B - border unevenness C - color variations D - diameter E - evolution Any changes in the ABCDE category is cause for a referral to a dermatologist.

Massage is contraindicated for fever and/or inflamed, swollen tissue. Osteomyelitis is a very serious infection that can result in amputation or possible death. Canceling the appointment and advising the client to seek immediate medical attention is the best course of action.

Communication is a very important component of the client/therapist relationship. A therapist who prefers the feedback and open communication from a client is justified to decline work if the client cannot communicate with the massage therapist.

The concern with fraternizing with clients outside of the therapeutic environment is to avoid the possibility of creating a dual relationship.

Olfaction is the sense of smell. Special sensory cells in the nasal cavity called olfactory sensors are designed to transmit the sense of smell via the detection of odor molecules.

FSH or follicle stimulating hormone, produced by the anterior portion of the pituitary gland regulates the reproductive processes of the body, including development, growth and maturation.

The Wright’s hyperabduction test raises the client’s arms above their heads through abduction which stretch tightens the pectoralis minor. A change in the radial pulse indicates a positive test for impingement by the pectoralis minor.

An individual person, working as a sole proprietor or as an independent contractor, must file the Schedule C for all related business income and expenses to calculate the net profit or loss of the business. Net profit or loss is then carried to IRS Form 1040.

Costoclavicular test is often used to determine a brachial plexus compression syndrome. The costoclavicular test is also known as the military position test since the client rotates shoulders back and thrusts chest forward much like standing at attention. The practitioner feels for changes in the radial pulse to indicate a compression syndrome.

Power imbalances occur naturally when one person is perceived as being an authority over another in a certain situation. This is why the dynamics between a client and a professional of all backgrounds has the capability of becoming emotionally unbalanced if left unchecked.

A nerve impulse is also known as an action potential, which is an electrical current that runs along a nerve pathway that can trigger a response in other cells.

Inert tissues are those that are not contractile such as bone, bursa, blood vessels, cartilage, fat, ligaments, nerves and nerve coverings.