TEXAS MASSAGE LICENSING EXAM QUESTIONS
2026-2027
100 QUESTIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
# TOPIC
1 Demonstrate advanced knowledge of human anatomy and physiology relevant to therapeutic massage
2 Apply principles of kinesiology and biomechanics to clinical decision-making
3 Critically evaluate client presentations for contraindications and appropriate adaptations
4 Integrate ethical, legal, and professional standards in complex practice scenarios
5 Analyze and interpret data to formulate safe and effective treatment plans
6 Texas Massage Licensing Exam Questions And Answers Practice Questions with Solutions Newest 2026
7 2027 Already Graded A +
8 Foundations of Texas Massage Therapy Licensing Examination (MBLEx-oriented)
9 Applied Texas Massage Therapy Licensing Examination (MBLEx-oriented)
10 Advanced Texas Massage Therapy Licensing Examination (MBLEx-oriented)
11 Texas Massage Therapy Licensing Examination (MBLEx-oriented) Review
ABSTRACT
This study document brings together 100 carefully worded exam questions drawn from Texas
Massage Licensing Exam Questions And Answers Practice Questions with Solutions Newest
2026-2027 Already Graded A+, with the strongest emphasis placed on Demonstrate advanced
knowledge of human anatomy and physiology relevant to therapeutic massage, Apply principles of
kinesiology and biomechanics to clinical decision-making and Critically evaluate client
presentations for contraindications and appropriate adaptations. Every item follows the wording
style and level of reasoning you meet in the real paper, and each one is paired with a clear
rationale so the correct choice is never a guess. Work through the set at your own pace, mark the
questions that slow you down, then come back to them until the reasoning feels automatic.
Learners who revise this way walk into the exam room recognising the pattern behind the
Page 1
,Q5 DEMONSTRATE ADVANCED KNOWLEDGE OF HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
Q1
Q3
RELEVANT TO THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
During
A massage
a deeptherapist
tissue is
massage,
documenting
considering
a client
using
a client's
reports
a mechanical
health
suddenhistory.
sharp
percussion
pain
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the leg.
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and
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is the mostaction
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action?
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questions instead of meeting them for the first time. Keep going - steady, honest practice is what
turns a difficult paper into a comfortable pass.
Q2 DEMONSTRATE ADVANCED KNOWLEDGE OF HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
RELEVANT
Q4 TO THERAPEUTIC
DEMONSTRATE ADVANCED MASSAGE
KNOWLEDGE OF HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
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Page 2
,Q7 DEMONSTRATE ADVANCED KNOWLEDGE OF HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
RELEVANT TO THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
A massage therapist is calculating the cost of providing a 60-minute massage.
Their annual overhead is $30,000, they work 40 hours per week for 50 weeks, and
they spend 30 minutes per hour of massage on non-billable tasks. What is the
minimum hourly rate they must charge to cover overhead alone?
A. $15.00
B. $20.00
C. $30.00
D. $37.50 CORRECT
RATIONALE: Total working hours per year = 40 h/week * 50 weeks = 2000 hours. But only 30
minutes per hour of massage is billable, so for every hour of massage, they spend 0.5 h on non-
billable tasks. Thus, the ratio of billable hours to total hours is 0.5/1.5? Wait: If they spend 30
minutes per hour of massage on non-billable tasks, that means for each hour of massage, there
is an extra 0.5 h of non-billable work. So total hours per massage = 1.5 h. To cover overhead,
they need to earn $30,000 per year. If they work 40 h/week for 50 weeks = 2000 total hours. In
those 2000 hours, how many massage hours? Let x be massage hours, then non-billable hours =
0.5 x per massage hour? Actually, the statement is ambiguous. Typically: For every 1 hour of
massage, they spend 0.5 hours on non-billable tasks. So total hours for 1 massage = 1.5 h. In a
year, total hours = 2000, so number of massages = 2000/1.5 = 1333.33. Total overhead =
$30,000. So overhead per massage = $30,.33 = $22.50 per 60-min massage. So
hourly rate (per massage hour) = $22.50. But that's not an option. Alternatively, if they work 40
h/week and spend 30 min per hour on non-billable tasks, that means they actually perform
massage for 20 hours per week (since half the time is non-billable). So billable hours per year =
20 h/week * 50 weeks = 1000 hours. To cover overhead, they need to earn $30, = $
30 per billable hour. But option C is $30. However, consider that they also need to cover their
own salary? The question says 'to cover overhead alone', so just overhead. So $30 per hour. But
option D is $37.50. Let's recalc: If they spend 30 minutes per hour of massage on non-billable
tasks, that means for every 60 min massage, they need 30 min extra. So for a 60-min massage,
total time = 90 min = 1.5 h. In a year, they work 40 h/week * 50 = 2000 h. Number of massages =
.5 = 1333.33. Overhead per massage = $30,.33 = $22.50. So to cover
overhead alone, they need to charge $22.50 per massage. But that's not an option. Maybe the
question expects to calculate hourly rate based on billable hours: They work 40 h/week, but only
half of that is billable (since they spend 30 min per hour of massage on non-billable tasks,
meaning for every hour of massage, they have 0.5 h of non-billable, so billable time is 2/3 of
total? Actually, if they spend 30 min per hour of massage, that means for each hour of massage,
they spend 30 min on other tasks. So total time for 1 massage hour = 1.5 h. So billable fraction =
1 /1.5 = 2/3. So billable hours per week = 40 * 2/3 = 26.67 h. Per year = 26.67 * 50 = 1333.33 h.
Overhead per billable hour = $30,.33 = $22.50. Still not an option. Maybe the correct
answer is to calculate the hourly rate they need to charge per hour of massage to cover
overhead, considering that they only have a certain number of billable hours. If they work 40
h/week, and spend 30 minutes per hour of massage on non-billable tasks, that means for every
hour of massage, they need 30 minutes extra, so in a 40-hour work week, they can do .5 =
26.67 massages of 1 hour. So billable hours = 26.67. Overhead per billable hour = $30,000 /
(26.67 * 50) = $30,.33 = $22.50. None of the options match. Maybe the question
intends that they spend 30 minutes on non-billable tasks for every hour of total work time, not per
, Q16DEMONSTRATE
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hours = 20 h/week. Then overhead per billable hour = $30,000 / (20*50) = $30. That matches
option C. Since option C is present, and the wording 'they spend 30 minutes per hour of massage
on non-billable tasks' could be interpreted as for every hour they are at work, they spend 30
minutes on non-billable tasks. That would mean they only do 30 minutes of massagePage 5 per
hour, so to get 1 hour of massage, they need 2 hours of work. So billable hours = 20 h/week.
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use a lubricant to prevent friction.
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Page 4
2026-2027
100 QUESTIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
# TOPIC
1 Demonstrate advanced knowledge of human anatomy and physiology relevant to therapeutic massage
2 Apply principles of kinesiology and biomechanics to clinical decision-making
3 Critically evaluate client presentations for contraindications and appropriate adaptations
4 Integrate ethical, legal, and professional standards in complex practice scenarios
5 Analyze and interpret data to formulate safe and effective treatment plans
6 Texas Massage Licensing Exam Questions And Answers Practice Questions with Solutions Newest 2026
7 2027 Already Graded A +
8 Foundations of Texas Massage Therapy Licensing Examination (MBLEx-oriented)
9 Applied Texas Massage Therapy Licensing Examination (MBLEx-oriented)
10 Advanced Texas Massage Therapy Licensing Examination (MBLEx-oriented)
11 Texas Massage Therapy Licensing Examination (MBLEx-oriented) Review
ABSTRACT
This study document brings together 100 carefully worded exam questions drawn from Texas
Massage Licensing Exam Questions And Answers Practice Questions with Solutions Newest
2026-2027 Already Graded A+, with the strongest emphasis placed on Demonstrate advanced
knowledge of human anatomy and physiology relevant to therapeutic massage, Apply principles of
kinesiology and biomechanics to clinical decision-making and Critically evaluate client
presentations for contraindications and appropriate adaptations. Every item follows the wording
style and level of reasoning you meet in the real paper, and each one is paired with a clear
rationale so the correct choice is never a guess. Work through the set at your own pace, mark the
questions that slow you down, then come back to them until the reasoning feels automatic.
Learners who revise this way walk into the exam room recognising the pattern behind the
Page 1
,Q5 DEMONSTRATE ADVANCED KNOWLEDGE OF HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
Q1
Q3
RELEVANT TO THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
During
A massage
a deeptherapist
tissue is
massage,
documenting
considering
a client
using
a client's
reports
a mechanical
health
suddenhistory.
sharp
percussion
pain
Which
radiating
device
of the on
down
a
the leg.
following
client with
Which
isa ahistory
required
structure's
of deep
element
compression
veinunder
thrombosis
Texas
is most
Administrative
(DVT)
likely
in responsible,
the calf,
Codenowfor
and
resolved.
initial
whatclient
What
immediate
records?
is the mostaction
appropriate
is required?
action?
A. Proceed
Client's
Sciatic social
nerve;
with caution
security
discontinue
using
number
low
andintensity
refer toover
physician
the affected
CORRECT
area
B. Written
Piriformis
Avoid the
contraindications
muscle;
area andapply
use manual
sustained
for massage
techniques
pressureonly
to relieve spasm
C. Use
Lumbar
Client's
the disc;
device
signature
use
ontraction
the
andcalf
date
techniques
but avoid
CORRECT
the exact site of the previous DVT
D. Obtain
Femoralwritten
Therapist's
artery;
license
clearance
elevate
number
thefrom
leg the client's physician before using any technique on the leg
CORRECT
RATIONALE: Texas Sharp radiating
regulationspain
require
downthatthe client
leg suggests
intake forms
sciaticinclude
nerve the
compression,
client's signature
which can
and
be caused
date,
RATIONALE:
indicating
by piriformis
Even
informed
if resolved,
tightness
consent
a history
or
anddisc
acknowledgment
of
herniation.
DVT increases
Theof
correct
health
risk ofresponse
history.
recurrence
Social
is to
and
stop
security
embolism.
the massage
number
and
is
Mechanical
notrefer
required,
thepercussion
client
contraindications
to a may
physician
dislodge
are
for not
proper
a thrombus.
a standard
diagnosis.
The
record
safest
Applying
element,
approach
moreand
pressure
isthe
to obtain
therapist's
or traction
medical
license
could
exacerbate
number
clearance.is part
Avoiding
nerve
of the
injury.
the
therapist's
area is not
records,
sufficient
not necessarily
because thethe entire
client's
limbfile.
may be at risk. Using
manual techniques also requires caution.
questions instead of meeting them for the first time. Keep going - steady, honest practice is what
turns a difficult paper into a comfortable pass.
Q2 DEMONSTRATE ADVANCED KNOWLEDGE OF HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
RELEVANT
Q4 TO THERAPEUTIC
DEMONSTRATE ADVANCED MASSAGE
KNOWLEDGE OF HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
A massageTO
Q6 therapist
DEMONSTRATE
RELEVANT is evaluating
ADVANCED
THERAPEUTIC a client's
KNOWLEDGE
MASSAGE OFactive
HUMANrange of motion
ANATOMY at the shoulder.
AND PHYSIOLOGY
RELEVANT
The
In TO
a research THERAPEUTIC
client canstudy
abduct
onthe MASSAGE
massage
arm to therapy
90 degrees,
for chronic
but beyond
low back
that the
pain,
movement
the effectissize
Which ofWhich
painful.
was found the
to following
be d=0.45.best
structure Whatdescribes
is most
is the
likely the
most ethical principle
implicated?
accurate of nonmaleficence as
interpretation?
applied to massage therapy practice?
A. Supraspinatus
The treatmenttendon
has a moderate effect compared to control CORRECT
A. The therapist must act in the client's best interest and promote their well-being
B. The
Subacromial
treatment bursa
has a large
CORRECT
effect and is definitely clinically significant
B. The therapist must avoid causing harm to the client CORRECT
C. The
Glenohumeral
result is not
ligament
statistically significant because d is less than 0.5
C. The therapist must respect the client's autonomy and decisions
D. The
Biceps
effect
brachii
is small
longand
head likely due to placebo
D. The therapist must be fair and equitable in treatment of all clients
RATIONALE: Cohen'sPainful arc
d of
between
0.45 indicates
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,Q7 DEMONSTRATE ADVANCED KNOWLEDGE OF HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
RELEVANT TO THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
A massage therapist is calculating the cost of providing a 60-minute massage.
Their annual overhead is $30,000, they work 40 hours per week for 50 weeks, and
they spend 30 minutes per hour of massage on non-billable tasks. What is the
minimum hourly rate they must charge to cover overhead alone?
A. $15.00
B. $20.00
C. $30.00
D. $37.50 CORRECT
RATIONALE: Total working hours per year = 40 h/week * 50 weeks = 2000 hours. But only 30
minutes per hour of massage is billable, so for every hour of massage, they spend 0.5 h on non-
billable tasks. Thus, the ratio of billable hours to total hours is 0.5/1.5? Wait: If they spend 30
minutes per hour of massage on non-billable tasks, that means for each hour of massage, there
is an extra 0.5 h of non-billable work. So total hours per massage = 1.5 h. To cover overhead,
they need to earn $30,000 per year. If they work 40 h/week for 50 weeks = 2000 total hours. In
those 2000 hours, how many massage hours? Let x be massage hours, then non-billable hours =
0.5 x per massage hour? Actually, the statement is ambiguous. Typically: For every 1 hour of
massage, they spend 0.5 hours on non-billable tasks. So total hours for 1 massage = 1.5 h. In a
year, total hours = 2000, so number of massages = 2000/1.5 = 1333.33. Total overhead =
$30,000. So overhead per massage = $30,.33 = $22.50 per 60-min massage. So
hourly rate (per massage hour) = $22.50. But that's not an option. Alternatively, if they work 40
h/week and spend 30 min per hour on non-billable tasks, that means they actually perform
massage for 20 hours per week (since half the time is non-billable). So billable hours per year =
20 h/week * 50 weeks = 1000 hours. To cover overhead, they need to earn $30, = $
30 per billable hour. But option C is $30. However, consider that they also need to cover their
own salary? The question says 'to cover overhead alone', so just overhead. So $30 per hour. But
option D is $37.50. Let's recalc: If they spend 30 minutes per hour of massage on non-billable
tasks, that means for every 60 min massage, they need 30 min extra. So for a 60-min massage,
total time = 90 min = 1.5 h. In a year, they work 40 h/week * 50 = 2000 h. Number of massages =
.5 = 1333.33. Overhead per massage = $30,.33 = $22.50. So to cover
overhead alone, they need to charge $22.50 per massage. But that's not an option. Maybe the
question expects to calculate hourly rate based on billable hours: They work 40 h/week, but only
half of that is billable (since they spend 30 min per hour of massage on non-billable tasks,
meaning for every hour of massage, they have 0.5 h of non-billable, so billable time is 2/3 of
total? Actually, if they spend 30 min per hour of massage, that means for each hour of massage,
they spend 30 min on other tasks. So total time for 1 massage hour = 1.5 h. So billable fraction =
1 /1.5 = 2/3. So billable hours per week = 40 * 2/3 = 26.67 h. Per year = 26.67 * 50 = 1333.33 h.
Overhead per billable hour = $30,.33 = $22.50. Still not an option. Maybe the correct
answer is to calculate the hourly rate they need to charge per hour of massage to cover
overhead, considering that they only have a certain number of billable hours. If they work 40
h/week, and spend 30 minutes per hour of massage on non-billable tasks, that means for every
hour of massage, they need 30 minutes extra, so in a 40-hour work week, they can do .5 =
26.67 massages of 1 hour. So billable hours = 26.67. Overhead per billable hour = $30,000 /
(26.67 * 50) = $30,.33 = $22.50. None of the options match. Maybe the question
intends that they spend 30 minutes on non-billable tasks for every hour of total work time, not per
, Q16DEMONSTRATE
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on non-billable tasks' could be interpreted as for every hour they are at work, they spend 30
minutes on non-billable tasks. That would mean they only do 30 minutes of massagePage 5 per
hour, so to get 1 hour of massage, they need 2 hours of work. So billable hours = 20 h/week.
Q11 APPLY PRINCIPLES
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