MASSAGE THERAPY RELAXATION TECHNIQUES EXAM 2025
|70 QUESTIONS WITH ACCURATE SOLUTIONS
1. What is the fourth step in the progressive techniques of Swedish
massage?
Tapotement
Friction
Effleurage
Petrissage
2. Describe how hydrotherapy can enhance the sense of touch and
contribute to relaxation.
Hydrotherapy enhances the sense of touch through warm water
immersion, which soothes the body and promotes relaxation.
Hydrotherapy uses cold water to stimulate the body and increase
alertness.
Hydrotherapy involves the application of pressure to muscles to
relieve tension.
Hydrotherapy focuses solely on the use of essential oils for
therapeutic benefits.
3. If a patient is experiencing chronic stress and seeks relief through energy
healing, which technique mentioned in the text would be most
appropriate to recommend and why?
Therapeutic touch, as it uses subtle energy to restore balance
and promote relaxation.
Swedish massage, as it focuses on muscle relaxation through
physical manipulation.
Aromatherapy, as it uses scents to enhance mood without
,physical touch.
, Sports massage, as it is designed for athletes and may not address
stress effectively.
4. Describe the primary purpose of myofascial release in therapeutic
massage.
The primary purpose of myofascial release is to release tension
in the myofascial tissue.
The primary purpose of myofascial release is to improve
cardiovascular health.
The primary purpose of myofascial release is to stimulate the
immune system.
The primary purpose of myofascial release is to enhance flexibility
in joints.
5. A form of acupressure used in Japan to treat pain, illness, and general
health maintenance. The practitioner applies rhythmic finger pressure to
specific points on the body to stimulate qi.
Reiki
Thai Massage
Zero Balancing
Shiatsu
6. If a massage therapist is using effleurage at the beginning of a session,
what might be the expected outcome for the client?
Enhanced energy levels and alertness
Increased muscle tension and discomfort
Increased relaxation and readiness for deeper massage
techniques
Immediate relief from muscle pain
|70 QUESTIONS WITH ACCURATE SOLUTIONS
1. What is the fourth step in the progressive techniques of Swedish
massage?
Tapotement
Friction
Effleurage
Petrissage
2. Describe how hydrotherapy can enhance the sense of touch and
contribute to relaxation.
Hydrotherapy enhances the sense of touch through warm water
immersion, which soothes the body and promotes relaxation.
Hydrotherapy uses cold water to stimulate the body and increase
alertness.
Hydrotherapy involves the application of pressure to muscles to
relieve tension.
Hydrotherapy focuses solely on the use of essential oils for
therapeutic benefits.
3. If a patient is experiencing chronic stress and seeks relief through energy
healing, which technique mentioned in the text would be most
appropriate to recommend and why?
Therapeutic touch, as it uses subtle energy to restore balance
and promote relaxation.
Swedish massage, as it focuses on muscle relaxation through
physical manipulation.
Aromatherapy, as it uses scents to enhance mood without
,physical touch.
, Sports massage, as it is designed for athletes and may not address
stress effectively.
4. Describe the primary purpose of myofascial release in therapeutic
massage.
The primary purpose of myofascial release is to release tension
in the myofascial tissue.
The primary purpose of myofascial release is to improve
cardiovascular health.
The primary purpose of myofascial release is to stimulate the
immune system.
The primary purpose of myofascial release is to enhance flexibility
in joints.
5. A form of acupressure used in Japan to treat pain, illness, and general
health maintenance. The practitioner applies rhythmic finger pressure to
specific points on the body to stimulate qi.
Reiki
Thai Massage
Zero Balancing
Shiatsu
6. If a massage therapist is using effleurage at the beginning of a session,
what might be the expected outcome for the client?
Enhanced energy levels and alertness
Increased muscle tension and discomfort
Increased relaxation and readiness for deeper massage
techniques
Immediate relief from muscle pain
