[Sticky] ITEC Sports Massage Sample Questions

I have had a dig around my old notes and have managed to find a mock paper, so can put you all out your misery. I don't think these are official ITEC questions, but were prepared by one of the colleges. It is very similar to the real thing!

1. The origin of the serratus anterior muscle is:
A. Sines of the first 3 thoracic vertebrae
B. Spines of 4th and 5th thoracic vertebrae
C. Upper 8 or 9 ribs
D. Sternum

2. The insertion of the splenius capitis muscle is the:
A. First 6 thoracic vertebrae
B. Sternum and clavicle
C. Mastoid process and occipital bone
D. 6th and 7th cervical vertebrae

3. The origin of the sartorius muscle is the:
A. Tuberosity of ischium
B. Pubis
C. Linea aspera
D. Anterior superior iliac spine

4. The origin of the rectus abdominus muscle is the:
A. Sternum
B. 5th - 7th costal cartilages
C. Pubis
D. Linea alba

5. The insertion of the trapezius muscle is the:
A. Vertebral boarder of the scapula
B. Occipital bone and thoracic vertebrae
C. Clavicle and spine of scapula
D. Bicipital groove of humerus

6. The origin of the brachioradialis muscle is the:
A. Shaft of humerus
B. Lateral supracondylar ridge of humerus
C. Scapula
D. Radius

7. The origin of the pectoralis major muscle is the:
A. Coracoid process of scapula
B. Axillary process of scapula
C. Lateral epicondyle of humerus
D. Clavicle and sternum

8. The origin of the teres major muscle is the:
A. Inferior angle of scapula
B. Axillary border of scapula
C. Supraspinous fossa of scapula
D. Infraspinous fossa of scapula

9. The insertion of the quadratus lumborum is:
A. 12th rib and transverse processes of upper four lumbar vertebrae
B. Scapula
C. Vertebrae and mastoid process
D. Tendon and linea alba through the abdominal aponeurosis

10. Slow twitch fibres are muscle fibres that contract:
A. Rapidly but fatigue easily
B. Rapidly and are capable of sustaining tension for long periods of time
C. Slowly but fatigue easily
D. Slowly and are capable of sustaining tension for long periods of time

11. The origin of the coraco-brachialis muscle is the:
A. Clavicle
B. Sternum
C. Coracoid process of scapula
D. Inferior angle of scapula

12. The action of the tibialis posterior muscle is to:
A. Dorsiflex the ankle
B. Extend the ankle
C. Evert the foot
D. Plantarflex the ankle

13. The origin of the gracilis muscle is the:
A. Greater trochanter of femur
B. Iliac crest
C. Inner surface of pelvis
D. Pubis and ischium

14. The action of the piriformis muscle is to:
A. Laterally rotate the hip
B. Abduct the leg
C. Flext the trunk laterally
D. Extend the leg

15. The aerobic system is used by the body for exercise:
A. Which lasts for longer than 3 minutes
B. Of short duration
C. Of high intensity
D. Starts after 10 minutes of exercise

16. The origin of the pectoralis minor muscle is the:
A. Clavicle, sternum and cartilages of the true ribs
B. Axillary border of the scapula
C. 3rd - 5th ribs
D. 2nd - 5th thoracic vertebrae

17. Fast twitch fibres are muscle fibres that contract:
A. Rapidly but fatigue easily
B. Rapidly and are capable of sustaining tension for long periods of time
C. Slowly and do not fatigue easily
D. Slowly and are capable of sustaining tension for long periods of time

18. The insertion of the popliteus muscle is the:
A. Shaft of fibula
B. Shaft of tibia
C. Long tendon joins tendon of Achilles
D. Shaft of humerus

19. The origin of the rhomboid minor muscle is the:
A. Occipital bone
B. Upper four cervical vertebrae
C. Upper nine ribs
D. Ligamentum nuchae and 1st thoracic vertebra

20. The insertion of the rectus abdominus muscle is the:
A. Sternum
B. Pubis
C. 5th-7th costal cartilages
D. Front of the iliac spine

21. A client presents for Sports massage, he has varicose veins on his left
calf. Do you?
A. Massge the whole leg
B. Massage over the varicose vein
C. Massage under the varicose vein
D. Massage above the varicose vein

22. The symptoms of heat exhaustion include:
A. Excessive sweating
B. Weak rapid pulse, low blood pressure
C. Skin becomes dry and hot
D. Excessive shaking

23. Total contra indications to sports massage include:
A. Kidney infection
B. Brusing
C. Sunburn
D. Abrasions

24. The reason for NOT treating a client who is already being treated by
another therapist for the same condition is because:
A. It could improve the condition being treated
B. It would be unhygienic
C. The other therapist could get jealous
D. It is not ethical

25. The symptoms of heat stroke include:
A. Excessive sweating
B. Weak rapid pulse, low blood pressure
C. Skin becomes dry and hot
D. Excessive shaking

26. At what stage whould you begin to massage a client who has pain in the
lower anterior leg whilst running?
A. Immediately
B. After 48 hours
C. After 24 hours
D. When the swelling has subsided

27. The after care advice you would give for tenderness over the lateral
epicondyle would be:
A. Wear a sling
B. Stop all sport for one week
C. Prescribe anti-inflammatory medication
D. Stop the sport which caused the pain

28. For a client who presents with 'Runners knee', the primary aim with the
massage movement is to:
A. Release the tension in the area
B. Tone the muscles
C. Break down scar tissue
D. Repare the tissue

29. A client presents with 'Runners knee', which is the major muscle or
muscle group involved?
A. Hamstrings
B. Gracilis
C. Adductors
D. Iliotibial band

30. The primary aim of massage when treating a client with tenderness over
the alteral epicondyle is to:
A. Release tension in the area
B. Tone the muscles
C. Break down scar tissue
D. Repair the tissue

31. With medical approval the action you would take when treating a client
with tenderness over he lateral epicondyle is to:
A. Ice the area for 15 minutes every hour
B. Strap the tender area to prevent any swelling
C. Use a heat pad on the area for 15 minutes
D. Give the client a few passive exercises

32. At what stage would you begin to massage a client with tenderness over
the lateral epicondyle?
A. Immediately
B. After 48 hours
C. After 24 hours
D. When all the inflammation has gone

33. The specific physiological effects of kneading in sports massage
include:
A. Soothes lymph flow
B. Decreases joint mobility
C. Prevents fatigue by removing lactic acid
D. Decreases circulation

34. The most appropriate massage movement for a client presenting with
anterior lower leg pain is:
A. Petrissage
B. Tapotement
C. Hacking
D. Vibrations

35. The after care advice you would give for a client suffering from
'Runners knee' would include to:
A. Prescribe anti-inflammatory medication
B. Practice ballistic stretching of the tissues around the area
C. Keep the leg strapped
D. Practic static stretching of the tissues around the area

36. The effects of a strain include:
A. Swelling and bleeding between the ruptured ends of the muscle fibres
B. Pain and swelling causing restricted use
C. Instant pain, lack of mobility, stiffness and weakness in the area
D. Sudden pain, joint gives way, swelling appears

37. VO2 max means maximum:
A. Aerobic capacity
B. Heart rate
C. Anaerobic capacity
D. Blood pressure

38. Thermotherapy is a treatment using:
A. Ice
B. Cold water
C. Heat
D. Wind

39. A client presents with pain on the medial side of the elbow. What might
this indicate?
A. Tennis elbow
B. Student's elbow
C. Golfer's elbow
D. Dislocation

40. Overload is defined as:
A. Over training
B. Carbohydrate loading for edurance athletes
C. Makin the body work harder than it is accustomed to working
D. Carrying more weight than is necessary for the exercise

41. Impact against the lateral side of the knee jont forces the joint:
A. Inwards
B. To twist
C. Outwards
D. To hyper-extend

42. Concentric action is when:
A. Muscle tension is created but no apparent change in length occures
B. Muscle acts as the resistive force, it lengthens as it creates msucle
tension
C. Muscle acts as the motive force, it shortens as it creates muscle tension
D. The agonist and antagonist muscle contract together to stabilise the
joint

43. A client has symptoms of pain in the anterior lower leg whilst running.
This could indicate?
A. Torticollis
B. Shin splints
C. Adhesive capsulitis
D. Ilio-tibial band release

44. Which specific massage movement would be most beneficial to relieve
tense quadricep muscles?
A. Effleurage
B. Hacking
C. Kneading
D. Vibrations

45. Eccentric action occurs when:
A. Muscle tension is created but no apparent change in length occurs
B. Muscle acts as the resistive force, it lengthens as it creates muscle
tension
C. Muscle acts as the motive force, it shortens as it creates muscle tension
D. The agonist and antagonist muscles contract together to stablise the
joint

46. The type of exercises most appropriate for someone presenting with
anterior lower leg pain would be:
A. Ballistic stretch
B. Gentle jogging
C. Short sharp sprinting
D. Stop all activity

47. How would you treat a client who had a blister:
A. Sterilize a shart needle and pierce the skin
B. Soak the area in hot water for 10 minutes
C. Run it under cold water for 10 minutes
D. Leave it to heal on its own

48. The possible cuase of periostitis is:
A. Burst or tear in the muscle fascia or periosteum
B. Indirect trauma from a fall
C. Stretching or tearing of the periosteum and ligaments within a joint
D. Inflammation of the priosteum caused by changing from one playing surface
to another.

49. Hyperventilation is described as:
A. A greater than normal rate of breathing that results in an abnormal loss
of carbon dioxide from the blood.
B. An increase in the size of a muscle in response to progressive resistance
training.
C. A greater than normal rate of breathing that results in an abnormal loss
of oxygen form the blood
D. High blood pressure

50. Resistive movement is when the client:
A. Relaxes and the therapist moves the joint
B. Resists the therapists movements at the joint
C. Moves whilst the therapist supports
D. Relaxes and the therapist massages the joint

Hope this helps makes things a bit less daunting

SPORTS MASSAGE ITEC EXAMS

Hello,

Firsty a BIG thank you to all the posts about sports massage papers - they've been a real help. Have done both exams over last two days and wanted to pass on some info in return:
Practical Exam- Very lucky to have nice examiner.
- We were asked to assess our client - ( their just looking at how you can converse with your client i think)
- Next given a sport ( golf, aerobics, tennis, football, rugby, green bowels(?)etc...) and we had to make up an injury for them according to that sport ( i got golf - brilliant - medial epicondylitis!!) and then had to treat it.
- She asked questions about the injury, the techniques we were using, after care advice - all fairly straight forward really:)
- We then had to perform a pre event on part of body we hadn't worked on ( mine was legs as i had worked on arm) she also gave the back to people as well.
- Then finally a post event on part of body.
Just remember to keep reassuring client, checking their ok etc and make sure they hear you - try and get in to a bit of a role play with it.
And then it was all over - less scary than i thought!!!!

Theory Exam - This was a bit yuck really - quite a lot of grey questions.

Not too bad though really - obviously lots of muscle Q's (FUN!!)
Some phrased bit differently

i.e . If a client was presenting with tension in levator scapulae, what could they have been doing?
a. painting the ceiling
b. Lifting a heavy bag
c. waving their arms a lot
d. lifting heavy object and then dropping it.

I put A - tutor said correct.

I will put some of the past papers i've got on if people are interested - but just chilling out now. Bit bored -not having to study - also relieved. But a lot less harsh than i thought.

Good luck if you are yet to do it.

happygo

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Well done, at least you've survived the exams! I know how difficult the sports massage theory papers are, I think it was the worst of all the ITEC exams, but you sound really confident which has to be a good thing.

Funny how ITEC keep regurgitating up the same old questions, I do wish though that they would tailor their muscle questions to the therapy, afterall a sporting strain would be much more appropriate. No matter anyhow, you got the right answer

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Hi

I did my Sports massage mid June. I was lucky too, I was given Squash and had done nearly all my prep work on doing a rotator cuff injury. I was given a different exam paper. Maybe ITEC have got wise to this forum !!!!!
It took me about 4 days to unwind, and will admit to feeling lost and a bit down that it had all of a sudden come to an end.
Now realised that the easiest part was doing the studying the reality is now having the confidence (when results arrive) to go out and practice.

Wishing you well with your results

Moonmaiden

ITEC Sports Massage

Just finished ITEC Sports Massage theory exam...not too bad.
Here are a few ideas of questions / things to revise:

Muscles of arm (few)
Leg muscles..effects of sufaces
NMT
Tib Anterior
When to recommended arch supports
Hyperaemia
Hypotension - contras
Diabetics/epileptics - contras
tapotement moves
Nothing on training etc

If i think of more..will post!

Some Functional Anatomy for Sports Massage

We had to do an internal mid-term test the other day and I thought it might help others studying similar things. Here goes:

1) Two main joints of the anke:

The Subtalar Joint - consists of Talus and Calconeus and is where inversion and eversion occurs. The Talonavicular Joint works closely with this and consists of the Talus and Navicular bones and contributes to inversion, eversion plus plantarflexion and dorsiflexion.

Talocrural Joint - talus sits in its mortoise made up of the medial and lateral malleolus.

2) Muscles of anterior, posterior (deep and superficial) and lateral compartments of lower leg

Tibialis Anterior
Extensor Hallucis Longus
Extensor Digitorum Longus

Gastrocnemius
Soleus
Plantaris
Tibialis Posterior
Flexor Hallucis Longus
Flexor Digitorum Longus

Peroneal Longus
Peroneal Brevis
Peroneal Tertius

3) The Spring Ligament attaches to the Calconeus and Navicular. The Sustentaculum Tali also serves as an attachment point.

4) Attachments for:

Soleus - Posterior surface of Fibula adn middle two-thirds of medial Tibia to Calconeus

Peroneal Brevis - Originates at distal two-thirds of Fibula adn inserts at base of 5th metatarsal

Tibialis Posterior - Posterior surface of Tibia, Interosseus Membrane, proximal two-thirds of Fibula and inserts at Navicular Cuneiform, Cuboid, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Metatarsals and Sustentaculum Tali

5) The Plantar Aponeurosis increases the stability of the foot, providing structural support and an attachment point for smaller foot muscles. It also aids shock absorption. It is made mainly of collagen and runs from the medial calconeal tubercle to the proximal phalanges.

6) The ligaments of the lateral part of the Talocrural Joint are the Posterior Talofibular Tibialis Ligament, the Calconeofibular Ligament and Anterior Talofibular Ligament. The latter is most likely to be injured on an inversion sprain because it is the first of the 3 ligaments.

7) The Screw-Home mechanism is when the Femur rotates laterally and tibia rotates medialls to lock the joint home into full extension. The Popliteus initiates flexion from full extension with medial rotation, so unlocking.

8) The Lateral Collateral Ligaments attach posteriorly from the Lateral Epicondyle of the Femur towards the head of the Fibula. Part of it also attaches to the Bicep Femoris.

The medial Collateral Ligament attaches anteriorly from teh Femur to the Tibia and deep fibres also attach to the medial Meniscus.

9) Cruciate ligaments can be examined by the Anterior & Posterior Draw. Also check for posterior lag and check ACL by doing the Lachman's Test

10) ACL's and PCL's prevent the Tibia dislocating on the Femur. They guide flexion and extension and stabilise the knee in rotation. ACL also prevents the tibia falling forward on the femur and PCL prevents Tibia falling backwards.

11) Functions of the meniscus:

Shock absorbers, prevent friction, improves weight distribution, lubrication, improves congruity (better fit)

12) The Menisci are crescent-shaped wedges of fibro-cartilage. The medial meniscus attaches to the Fibrous Capsule and the MCL. The lateral Meniscus attaches to the tendon of the Popliteus and is more mobile as its area is bigger and thicker. They can be torn by excessive rotation and forced abduction of the knee while bearing weight.

13) The Vastus Medialis Oblique prevents the patella from moving laterally and is activated during the last 15 degrees of movement.

14) The Sartorius originates at the ASIS and attaches to medial surface of tibia. It also attaches to the Pes Ansarinas with the Gracilis and Semitendonosus Muscle.

15) The hip is stabilised by the Labrum, Acetabulum, Fovea Ligament, Iliofemoral Ligament, Pubofemoral Ligament, the Sacroiliac Joint adn the Pubis Symphysis and also the external rotators of the hip,i.e. Gemelli, Obturators etc

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Cor blimey, luvaduck!!!

I'm planning on doing sports massage in September and this all looks SERIOUSLY SCARY [&:][sm=confused-smiley-012.gif][sm=sad-smiley-047.gif][sm=sad2.gif]

I'm trying to persuade myself that this time last year I knew practically nothing about A&P and now, after the ITEC holistic massage, I know quite a bit more. So presumably it will be the same with the sports massage ....?

Aldebaran
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Hi Aldebaran,

It's not as bad as it looks! If you're good at learning facts then you'll be fine. Unfortunately I'm not as I have the memory about the size of a pea so it is a bit of a struggle!!!

Which course have you decided to do?

BT
xx

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Hi BT,

I've been away for a while hence not replying sooner. I've decided on the ITEC Sports Massage and just heard that I have got a place, so I will have to start getting my brain in gear again soon. Anatomy? What's that?!

Aldebaran
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Welcome back

Good luck with the course,

love and hugs

Tizana x

RE: Some Functional Anatomy for Sports Massage

Thanks Tiz - at the moment I feel that I shall need all the help I can get! It's a bit daunting thinking of getting back into studying after having the summer off. Ah well, once this last week of August is over and September is here I shall feel more in the spirit of going back to school.

Aldebaran
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I'm sure you will find so much help and support on Hp...:)

love and hugs

Tizana x

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Hi Aldebaran

I just wanted to say good luck over the next year. I am sure you will really enjoy it. Hope you managed to find a course fairly near to you.
I managed to pass mine with a credit. If you want to know what books I found the best just PM me. But everything has been but on hold at the moment as have completly ruptured my Achilles tendon and in plaster.

Moonmaiden

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Thanks for that Moonmaiden - I've PMd you.

What a [:@] about the Achilles Tendon. Poor you, sounds very frustrating [sm=fit.gif]. Lots of [sm=hug.gif] and [sm=1kis.gif]

Aldebaran
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[sm=cat.gif]Hi Moonmaiden
Well Done on passing the course I took the exams 6 years ago & they weren't easy then!
It a real shame about your Achilles Tendon just when you were ready to get going too.[sm=cry.gif] It must be frustrating for you & the worst bit istherapists cannot fix themselves even though they know how. But the saying goes 'Every Therapist Needs a Therapist!'

I'm sure you'll make a GR8[sm=dance.gif] Therapist & be even more empathic when a client say's they're in pain with their Achilles Tendon.

Sending Lots of Healing thoughts for a very speedy recovery. When you're back on your feet 'Go Get 'Em Girl'.
Take Lots of Care & Plenty of 'Rice & Mice' !! If you know what I mean.[sm=grouphug.gif]

Best Wishes for your future

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Hi Aldebaran

Good Luck in the course.

I did the course 6 years ago & have been using sports massage as part of my therapy pratice since then. I'm sure you'll be fine, but any help you need I'm just an e-mail away and you are welcome to ask any questions or if you need any help please don't hesistate to ask, I'll be only too happy to help if I can, just for your info my Tutor was the Author of Soft Tissue Release - Mary Sanderson who is now a Senior Lecturer at the London School of Sports Massage and a great Tutor she is too.

By the way the book is great too!

Take Lost of Care
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hi aldebaran,

how do you find the sports massage. I started it the end of september and I find it very difficult. the a&p for it, our tutor seems to be all over the place with it, the massage is very hard too, but anyway I will stick with it for another while and see how it goes

rozz

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Hi bouncy,

I must say this information will be invaluable to me. I started the sports massage course in September and I still dont understand what exactly we need to know for a&p of it. the tutor is all over the place, reading stuff and then saying you dont really need to know all that, I am finding it very hard but because I have my money paid I am looking for all the information and help I can get, it seems I will be doing this on my own and trying to make sense of it. The massage is hard too but because its practical and having the done most of the muscles last year (although, we did nothing on origin or insertion, whic I also have to know) at least it helps.

Wish me luck

rozz

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Rozz

Good luck in your sports massage course. It can be tough I speak from experience , but keep fighting you will get there. It's sad to hear your tutor is all over the place, this is not much help to you and I'm sure Very frustrating. I bought so many A&P books whilst doing my massage courses there's not many I haven't got, I found it useful to have pictures all over the house even in the loo!! I coloured the muscles in different colours then highlighted the Origin & Insertion in Bright Highlighting Colours you''ll need to know exactly which muscle does what & how? Which I'm sure you already know this so I don't want to state the obvious, however it seems I just have!!

I found it helpful also to ensure I was receiving a massage as well as giving one each week to one of my class mates. It can be really tough on the hands as you know I'm sure being deeper massage but receiving a massage made it a little easier to handle. If you get stuck with anything feel free to e-mail me.

Keep going you have the capabilities to get there even if your tutor is not giving much guidance.

Take Lots of Care
Spykeyfingle[sm=cat.gif]

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AngelFish

U're amazing to have made such a massive contribution to the studies for all doing sports massage. Have also asked Gussie, but wondered if by chance you have anymore you'd be able to let me have. Would be fantastic as really struggling with the course and sitting exam in July 07. Thanks so much.

Blue Bird

Diploma in personal training and sports massage?

Hello everyone! Can anyone help me with past exam papers or even give me a practice exam web site? Am doing a course in personal training and sports massage and really need help with learning the muscle insertions and origins!

Thanks for reading this post.

RE: Diploma in personal training and sports massage?

Hi Fit Fairy

I have been a personal trainer for 16 years and as such can't give you any past papers (mine will be far too old by now!) However, are you a member of REPS? If not, you should join as soon as possible. If you are then you will get a copy of their magazine which has all sorts of handy tips and useful information.

I am dyslexic (but refuse to let it be a problem to me) and as such I am used to working out 'alternative' methods for many things in life as the 'normal' method is often beyond my understanding. So, this is my tip for your revision:

Don't bother with past papers, instead you should make sure you know your subjects
inside out and back to front.

Use some cards or small pieces of paper, write a question on each side. The first question
will answer the second question and vice versa. Confused? Use some of my examples
below to help explain:

Card 1 Side 1 What two colours when mixed together make the colour Green?

Side 2 What colour do Blue and Yellow make when mixed together?

Card 2 Side 1 Where does the Gastrocnemius muscle originate?

Side 2 Which muscle originates at the posterior surfaces of two condyles of
the femur?

You can make cards like this to cover any subject and the best thing is, while you are making the cards you are also revising. You can make many cards and use them whenever you have a spare few seconds throughout your day. Looking at the answer on the reverse side is not cheating but learning!

If you don't already have a copy of the Manual of Structural Kinesiology by Clem W Thompson published by Times/Mosby College Publishing then I recommend you get a copy very soon.

Trust me, as a 46 year old dyslexic I know this system works.

Good luck.

Martin

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is good for testing yourself on origin and insertion etc.

I found the best way to learn my origins and insertions was to actually picture the muscle and how it works. It is hard slog but it get easier when you get used to it. [link= http://www.rad.washington.edu/atlas/ ]THIS[/link] has pretty much all the muscles you need to know and has pictures, information on origin, insertion, action and nerves of all the muscles. I found it quite handy too when I didn't feel like taking the books out like.

Some of the quizzes [link= http://www.funtrivia.com/quizzes/sci__tech/human_body/muscular_system.html ]HERE[/link] are all based around origins and insertions too. I found the fun trivia site invaluable during the year. A lot of quizzes are based around ITEC and Cibtac exams too so they were useful for that too.

You might also find [link= http://www.healthypages.net/forum/tm.asp?m=220172 ]THIS[/link] thread useful for a few links.

Hope that helps.

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Hi RQ

Oh how I wish they had web sites like this 'in my day'!!!

Martin

RE: ITEC Sports Massage Sample Questions

Hi all,

I recently have had myITECsport's massage theory exam this Thursday gone and i am sending some questions that i can remenber.
1 what is the origin of sternocleidomastoid?
2 origin of sartorius?
3 origin of flexor digitorum longus?
4 insertion of trapezius?
5 insertion of flexorcarpi ulnaris?
6 What action occurs when the individual sides of the quadratus lumborum contract independtly? Answer: lateral flexion of the trunk towards the contracted side.(tutor said correct).
7 What is the relaxation phase of the cardiac cycle called? A: Diastole.
8 When is it acceptable to perform massage in a busy, noisy environment in the presence of other people? A: in the changing room before, during or after a sporting event.
9 When should post -event ideally take place? A: between 2-4 hours after the event.
10 How should a therapist decide upon which technique to use? A: the technique used depend upon the client's condition and needs, and should be adapted as appropriate.
11 Which of the following is not classified as a superficial skin wound? A: fibrositis.
12 Which of the quadriceps muscles is most superficial and can therefore be most easily seen palpated by the therapist? A: rectus femoris
13 A client presents with sore muscles having recently worked out in the gym concentrating on press-ups, shoulder and bench presses for the first time. Which muscle should you concentrate your massage on? A: serratus anterior
14 Which muscle is superficial on the abdomen? A rectus abdominus.
15 Sunburn is it local, medical, total containdication? A: local.
16 What is VO2 MAX?
17 Which aerobic system is used for the following? weight lifting, marathon, 50m swimming. A: marathon.
18 Which muscle, when exessively jumping onto hard surfaces might be injured? A: tibalis anterior.
18 What is not a hinge joint? A: Hip joint.
19 There was another question on this type. What is not a hing joint? A: Shoulder joint.
20 What do you advise your client not to do when doing squat? Bending knees, buttock tilted out, neutral back, keeping under? I am not sure of the answer.
21 Which sport can us between event massage? A: Tennis.
22 What is the origin of the levator scapula?
23 origin of the brachialis?
24 Client with lower leg pain, what could it be? A: Shin splint.
25 Which is not advisable for client after having a treatment? A: ALCOHOL.
26 Friction, when is not advisable? A: on bony areas.
27 which system benefit indirectly from sport massage? A: urinary.
28 Which position is the greater trochonter? A: lateral side of the hip.
28 When is it ok to perform a sport massage in a noisy area? A: Pre-event, between, post event.
29 Origin of serratus anterior?
30 Origin of teres major?
31 Which muscle is above the spine of scapula? A: Supraspinatus.
32 A client with pain in her neck, what is the benefit of using the petrissage? A: I think the answer was toeliminate waste products.
33 The 2 axis, atlas& axis are joints of cervical, thoracique etc A: i think is cervical
34 What is concentric action?
35 A question about hacking how to use this technique? I think using both hands parallel. Cant remenber exactly the wording.
36 There was a question about talc powder. I can't remember exactly the question.
37 insertion of the biceps femoris?
38 heat therapy its benefit.
39 insertion of i think rhomboid minor/major?
40 Which position can Extension of humerus be done? I think it was posterior side.
41 In temporary event which is not important? A: Hanging insurance and qualifications on the wall.
42 What is the name of the muscle when swimming does extension and lateral rotation of the hip? A glutus maximus.

That's all i can remenber, they did not allow us to takeour rough paper so hopefully you get an idea even in some questions i could not really remember the 4 options and the right wording.
Good luck to you.

ITEC Sports Massage practical exam

Hi

I had my Sports massage practical exam yesterday. They have changed the format of it. It is 30 mins treatment (we picked area of body wanted to treat), 10 mins pre on one leg and 10 mins post on other, followed by 10 mins homecare advice.

The examiner came over and asked us what we were treating the client for, what is the condition, what muscles it effect, what techniques and asked us to describe the technique , how it works, and what its benefits are. Then she picked a random muscle somewhere else in the body, asked where it was and asked where the origin and insertion was. Later when we were giving the HC advice, she came over and asked what advice we were giving to the client.

I think all the class passed. Glad it is all over though.

Hope this helps.

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1. The insertion of rectus abdominus is:
a) Sternum & ribs
b) Pubis
c) Conjoint tendon and linea alba via abdominal aponeurosis
d) Front of iliac spine

2. The action of anconeus is to:
a) Extend the elbow
b) Flex the elbow
c) Pronate the arm
d) Supinate the arm

3. The insertion of gracilis is the:
a) Shaft of femur
b) Medial condyle of tibia
c) Pubis
d) Fibula

4. The action of piriformis is to:
a) Laterally rotate the hip
b) Abduct the leg
c) Flex the trunk laterally
d) Extend the leg

5. The origin of rhomboid minor is:
a) Occipital bone
b) Upper four cervical vertebrae
c) Upper nine ribs
d) Seventh cervical and upper five thoracic vertebrae

6. The origin of pectoralis minor is the:
a) Clavicle, sternum and cartilages of the true ribs
b) Axillary border of the scapula
c) 3rd-5th ribs
d) 2nd-5th thoracic vertebrae

7. The insertion of splenius capitis is:
a) First six thoracic vertebrae
b) Sternum and clavicle
c) Mastoid process and occipital bone
d) 6th and 7th cervical vertebrae

8. The action of tibialis posterior is to:
a) Dorsiflex and evert the foot
b) Plantarflex and invert the foot
c) Extend the foot
d) Internally rotate and flex the knee

9. The insertion of psoas major is:
a) Fascia lata
b) Anterior iliac crest
c) Lesser trochanter of femur
d) Through patella and onto tibial tuberosity

10. Fast twitch fibres are muscle fibres that contract:
a) Rapidly but fatigue easily
b) Rapidly and are capable of sustaining tension for long periods of time
c) Slowly and do not fatigue easily
d) Slowly and are capable of sustaining tension for long periods of time

11. The insertion of pronator teres is the shaft of:
a) Radius
b) Ulna
c) Humerus
d) Tibia

12. Inversion is defined as:
a) Moving the side of the sole of the foot outwards
b) Pointing the toe upwards
c) Pointing the toe downwards
d) Moving the side of the foot inwards

13. The origin of piriformis is:
a) Pubic bone
b) Iliac crest
c) Greater trochanter of the femur
d) Sacrum

14. The origin of quadratus lumborum is:
a) 12th rib and transverse processes of upper 4 lumbar vertebrae
b) Sacrum and articular processes of vertebrae
c) Ribs, vertebrae and mastoid process
d) Iliac crest

15. The origin of serratus anterior is:
a) Upper nine ribs
b) Spines of 4th and 5th thoracic vertebrae
c) Spines of first three thoracic vertebrae
d) Sternum

16. The aerobic system is used by the body for exercise:
a) Which lasts for longer than 3 minutes
b) Of short duration
c) Of high intensity
d) Which starts after 10 minutes of exercise

17. The origin of gracilis is:
a) Greater trochanter of femur
b) Iliac crest
c) Inner surface of pelvis
d) Pubis and ischium

18. The insertion of quadratus lumborum is:
a) 12th rib and transverse processes of upper four lumbar vertebrae
b) Scapula
c) Thoracic and cervical vertebrae and mastoid process
d) Tendon and linea alba via abdominal aponeurosis

19. Eversion is:
a) Moving the side of the sole of the foot outwards
b) Pointing the toes upwards
c) Pointing the toes downwards
d) Moving the side of the sole of the foot inwards

20. The insertion of popliteus is:
a) Shaft of fibula
b) Shaft of tibia
c) Long tendon joins tendon of Achilles
d) Shaft of humerus

21. A client presents with varicose veins on her right lower leg. Do you:
a) Massage the whole body including the leg
b) Massage over the vein
c) Massage under the varicose vein
d) Massage above the vein

22. The correct towel managment technique to be used for sports massage is to:
a) Cover the client with the towels and only uncover the area being worked on at any one time
b) Use towels to cover the couch only
c) Cover the client with towels and work over the towel
d) Only cover the area being worked on

23. If the client was being treated for the same condition by another sports therapist would you:
a) Refuse to treat the client for any condition
b) Treat the client
c) Refuse to treat the client for that condition until you had obtained a written referral from the sports therapist concerned
d) Carry out a discussion with the client about the other sports therapist

24. The reason a doctor's permission is required for a diabetic client wanting a sports massage is because:
a) They could have a lower skin sensation
b) It could provoke a convulsion
c) It could make them constipated
d) It could induce a muscular spasm

25. The symptoms of heat stroke include:
a) Excessive sweating
b) Weak rapid pulse, low blood pressure
c) Skin becomes hot and dry
d) Excessive shaking

26. The specific physiological effects of kneading in sports massage include:
a) Soothes lymph flow
b) Decreased joint mobility
c) Prevents fatigue by removing lactic acid
d) Decreases circulation

27. The effects of the friction movement in sports massage include:
a) Tightens tense muscles, stretches muscle fibres
b) Improves circulation, causes reflex reaction
c) Stimulates the nerve tissues, tightens loose muscles
d) Softens and soothes muscles

28. A client presents with tenderness over the lateral epicondyle. The first action you should take is:
a) Ice the area for 15 minutes every hour
b) Seek medical permission
c) Use a heat pad on the area for 15 minutes
d) Strap the tender area to prevent any swelling

29. The second action you would take when treating a client with tenderness over the lateral epicondyle is to:
a) Ice the area for 15 minutes every hour
b) Strap the tender area to prevent swelling
c) Use a heat pad on the area for 15 minutes
d) Give the client a few passive exercises

30. At what stage would you begin to massage a client with tenderness over the lateral epicondyle?
a) Immediately
b) After 48 hours
c) After 24 hours
d) When all the inflammation has gone

31. The primary aim of massage when treating a client with tenderness over the lateral epicondyle is to:
a) Release tension in the area
b) Tone the muscles
c) Break down scar tissue
d) Repair the tissue

32. The after care advice you would give for tenderness over the lateral epicondyle would include:
a) Wear a sling
b) Stop all sport for one week
c) Prescribe anti-inflammatory medication
d) Stop the sport that caused the pain

33. A client presents with pain in the anterior lower leg whilst running. The first action you should take is:
a) Ice the area for 15 minutes every hour
b) Seek medical permission
c) Use a heat pad on the area for 15 minutes
d) Strap the tender area to prevent any swelling

34. At what stage would you begin to massage a client who has pain in the anterior lower leg whilst running?
a) Immediately
b) After 48 hours
c) After 24 hours
d) When the swelling has subsided

35. The most appropriate massage movement for a client presenting with anterior lower leg pain is:
a) Petrissage
b) Tapotement
c) Hacking
d) Vibrations

36. The type of exercises most approprate for someone presenting with anterior lower leg pain would be:
a) Ballistic stretch
b) Gentle jogging
c) Short sharp sprinting
d) Stop all activity

37. Eccentric action occurs when:
a) Muscle tension is created but no apparent change in length occurs
b) Muscle acts as the resistive force; it lengthens as it creates muscle tension
c) Muscle acts as the motive force; it shortens as it creates muscle tension
d) The agonist and antagonist muscles contract together to stabilise the joint

38. The possible cause of periostitis is:
a) Burst or tear in the muscle fascia or periosteum
b) Indirect trauma from a fall
c) Stretching or tearing of the periosteum and ligaments within a joint
d) Inflammation of the periosteum caused by changing from one surface to another

39. Overload is defined as:
a) Over training
b) Carbohydrate loading for endurance athletes
c) Making the body work harder than it is accustomed to working
d) Carrying more weight than is necessary for the exercise

40. The effects of a strain include:
a) Swelling and bleeding between the ruptured ends of the muscle fibres
b) Pain and swelling cause restricted use
c) Instant pain, lack of mobility, stiffness and weakness in the area
d) Sudden pain, joint gives way, swelling appears

41. VO2 max is:
a) Maximum aerobic capacity
b) Maximum heart rate
c) Maximum anaerobic capacity
d) Maximum blood pressure

42. Which specific massage movement would be most beneficial to relieve tense quadricep muscles?
a) Effleurage
b) Hacking
c) Kneading
d) Vibrations

43. Thermotherapy is a treatment using:
a) Ice
b) Cold water
c) Heat
d) Wind

44. Apart from carbohydrates, what is the most important fuel for an athlete?
a) Fats
b) Minerals
c) Vitamins
d) Water

45. Hyperventilation is described as:
a) A greater than normal rate of breathing that results in an abnormal loss of carbon dioxide from the blood
b) An increase in the size of a muscle in response to progressive resistance training
c) A greater than normal rate of breathing that results in an abnormal loss of oxygen from the blood
d) High blood pressure

46. How should you treat a blister?
a) Pierce the skin to allow the fluid to drain out and then cover with a plaster b) Apply surgical spirit to the area to harden the skin
c) Apply talc to dry the area out
d) Apply calamine lotion

47. Concentric action is:
a) When muscle tension is created but no apparent change in length occurs
b) When muscle acts as the resistive force; it lengthens as it creates muscle tension
c) When muscle acts as the motive force; it shortens as it creates muscle tension
d) When the agonist and antagonist muscle contract together to stabilise the joint

48. Impact against the lateral side of the knee joint forces the joint:
a) Inwards
b) To twist
c) Outwards
d) To hyperextend

49. Resistive movement is when the client:
a) Relaxes and the therapist moves the joint
b) Resists the therapists's movements at the joint
c) Moves whilst the therapist supports
d) Relaxes and the therapist massages the joint

50. What is resistive movement?
a) The client relaxes and the therapist massages the joint
b) The client resists the therapists's movements at the joint
c) The client moves the joint whilst the therapist supports the client
d) The client relaxes and the therapist moves the joint

Answers:
1. A, 2. A, 3. B, 4. C, 5. D, 6. C, 7. C, 8. B, 9. C, 10. A, 11. A, 12. D, 13. D, 14. D, 15. A, 16. A, 17. D, 18. A, 19. A, 20. B, 21. D, 22. A, 23. C, 24. A, 25. C, 26.C, 27. C, 28. B, 29. A, 30. D, 31. A, 32. D, 33. A, 34. D, 35. A, 36. D,
37. B, 38. D, 39. C, 40. B, 41. A, 42. C, 43. C, 44. D, 45. A, 46. B, 47. C, 48. A, 49. B, 50. B

Q. Hypertonic drinks are defined as:

A. Highly concentrated containing more particles of sugar and electrolytes that the body's own fluids.
B. The same number or particles in water as body fluids.
C. A weak solution of sugar and electrolytes than the body's own fluids
D. Contains more carbohydrates per 100ml than fluid replacement drinks.

OR

Hypotonic drinks maximise the rate of water uptake but generally provide only low levels of calories. Until recently it has been difficult to add sufficient levels of carbohydrate to a sports drink without increasing its osmolality. With the introduction of very long chain carbohydrate polymers however, it is now possible to formulate a hypotonic solution containing effective levels of carbohydrate.

OH WOW!!! I'm currently studying for my Dip. in SM and this thread is fabbie. The Q's and A's are without a doubt HELPFUL So, thank you for helping this weary student.

I'm finding the Dip. heavy going, both mentally and physically and I can already feel the anxiety pangs starting up for my finals in two months! But...the previous threads have helped alieviate the nerves some what.

Thanks again.

BH x

Hi AngelFish/All,

5. Hypertonic drinks are defined as:
A - Highly concentrated containing more particles of sugar and electrolytes than the body's own fluids
B - The same number of particles in water as body fluids
C - A weak solution of sugar and electrolytes than the body's own fluids
D - Contains more carbohydrates per 100ml than fluid replacement drinks

Answers:
1. C, 2. A, 3. B, 4. D, 5. C, 6. D, 7. D, 8. D, 9. C, 10. C

Happy revision.....

your answer to question 5 is wrong. the correct answer is actually A. The prefix HypER will always to relate to "more than" or "large". the answer would only be C if the question had been relating to HypOtonic drinks. (hypo- always refers to small or less than).

alex