MBLEx Massage Therapy Study Guide 2026 | Complete
Review | Graded A+
1. Interpret the significance of a person appearing in pain and having noisy
breathing in the context of respiratory distress.
These signs suggest that the person may be experiencing
respiratory distress and requires immediate medical attention.
These signs mean the person is likely to recover without intervention.
These signs are irrelevant to breathing difficulties.
These signs indicate that the person is relaxed and comfortable.
2. _________ is the assessment of a client's current level of function, using passive
relaxed and active free ROM, muscle strength and length, end feel, and a
variety of orthopedic tests.
Testing
Observation
Postural assessment (PA)
Gait
3. : Which of the following techniques are examples of Active inhibition
techniques?
Myofascial release and Rhythmic Mobilization
Craniosacral therapy and Muscle Approximation
Tractioning and Recoil
Contract-relax and post-isometric relaxation
4. What body system detects sensations and controls movements?
, Circulatory
Nervous
Muscular
Integumentary
5. What is the primary action used to evaluate scapulohumeral rhythm?
Shoulder flexion
Shoulder rotation
Shoulder abduction
Shoulder extension
6. What is the origin of the muscle that arises from the aponeurotic fibers of the
iliolumbar ligament and the iliac crest?
Quadratus lumborum
Psoas major
Transversus abdominis
Iliacus
7. Describe the role of the skeletal system in blood cell production and mineral
storage.
The skeletal system is primarily involved in muscle movement and
does not produce blood cells.
The skeletal system produces blood cells in the bone marrow and
stores minerals like calcium and phosphorus.
The skeletal system only provides structure and does not store any
minerals.
, The skeletal system produces hormones that regulate blood cell
production.
8. It increases the elasticity of muscles and tendons surrounding the joint to
improve flexibility.
Stretching Exercise
None of the Options
Anaerobic exercise
Resistance exercise
9. Describe how the combination of breathing and eye movements in EMDR
contributes to relaxation.
Breathing techniques alone are sufficient for relaxation without the
need for eye movements.
The combination of breathing and eye movements in EMDR helps to
reduce anxiety and promote relaxation by facilitating the
processing of distressing memories.
Breathing and eye movements are unrelated in their effects on
relaxation.
Eye movements are used to distract the client from their breathing
patterns during therapy.
10. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), health is present when ______ flows
well through the body and there exists balance between Yin & Yang.
C. Ki
A. Prana
B. Qi
, D. Both A and C
11. If a patient presents with difficulty maintaining balance during walking, which
classification of postural dysfunction might they be experiencing?
Chronic postural dysfunction
Dynamic postural dysfunction
Acute postural dysfunction
Static postural dysfunction
12. Discuss the importance of the code of ethics regarding substance use in
massage therapy.
The code of ethics is irrelevant to the practice of massage therapy.
The code of ethics only applies to the business practices of massage
therapists.
The code of ethics allows therapists to use substances if they believe
it enhances their performance.
The code of ethics emphasizes the necessity for therapists to
maintain professionalism and ensure client safety by refraining
from substance use.
13. In a scenario where a healthcare worker is treating multiple patients, how
can they implement hand hygiene practices to minimize infection risk?
By washing hands between patient interactions.
By wearing the same gloves for all patients.
By using hand sanitizer only at the end of the shift.
By avoiding contact with patients.
Review | Graded A+
1. Interpret the significance of a person appearing in pain and having noisy
breathing in the context of respiratory distress.
These signs suggest that the person may be experiencing
respiratory distress and requires immediate medical attention.
These signs mean the person is likely to recover without intervention.
These signs are irrelevant to breathing difficulties.
These signs indicate that the person is relaxed and comfortable.
2. _________ is the assessment of a client's current level of function, using passive
relaxed and active free ROM, muscle strength and length, end feel, and a
variety of orthopedic tests.
Testing
Observation
Postural assessment (PA)
Gait
3. : Which of the following techniques are examples of Active inhibition
techniques?
Myofascial release and Rhythmic Mobilization
Craniosacral therapy and Muscle Approximation
Tractioning and Recoil
Contract-relax and post-isometric relaxation
4. What body system detects sensations and controls movements?
, Circulatory
Nervous
Muscular
Integumentary
5. What is the primary action used to evaluate scapulohumeral rhythm?
Shoulder flexion
Shoulder rotation
Shoulder abduction
Shoulder extension
6. What is the origin of the muscle that arises from the aponeurotic fibers of the
iliolumbar ligament and the iliac crest?
Quadratus lumborum
Psoas major
Transversus abdominis
Iliacus
7. Describe the role of the skeletal system in blood cell production and mineral
storage.
The skeletal system is primarily involved in muscle movement and
does not produce blood cells.
The skeletal system produces blood cells in the bone marrow and
stores minerals like calcium and phosphorus.
The skeletal system only provides structure and does not store any
minerals.
, The skeletal system produces hormones that regulate blood cell
production.
8. It increases the elasticity of muscles and tendons surrounding the joint to
improve flexibility.
Stretching Exercise
None of the Options
Anaerobic exercise
Resistance exercise
9. Describe how the combination of breathing and eye movements in EMDR
contributes to relaxation.
Breathing techniques alone are sufficient for relaxation without the
need for eye movements.
The combination of breathing and eye movements in EMDR helps to
reduce anxiety and promote relaxation by facilitating the
processing of distressing memories.
Breathing and eye movements are unrelated in their effects on
relaxation.
Eye movements are used to distract the client from their breathing
patterns during therapy.
10. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), health is present when ______ flows
well through the body and there exists balance between Yin & Yang.
C. Ki
A. Prana
B. Qi
, D. Both A and C
11. If a patient presents with difficulty maintaining balance during walking, which
classification of postural dysfunction might they be experiencing?
Chronic postural dysfunction
Dynamic postural dysfunction
Acute postural dysfunction
Static postural dysfunction
12. Discuss the importance of the code of ethics regarding substance use in
massage therapy.
The code of ethics is irrelevant to the practice of massage therapy.
The code of ethics only applies to the business practices of massage
therapists.
The code of ethics allows therapists to use substances if they believe
it enhances their performance.
The code of ethics emphasizes the necessity for therapists to
maintain professionalism and ensure client safety by refraining
from substance use.
13. In a scenario where a healthcare worker is treating multiple patients, how
can they implement hand hygiene practices to minimize infection risk?
By washing hands between patient interactions.
By wearing the same gloves for all patients.
By using hand sanitizer only at the end of the shift.
By avoiding contact with patients.
