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