ITEC Sports Massage Level 3 Latest Updated Exam 2024
ITEC Sports Massage Level 3 Latest Updated Exam 2024 Total contraindications Correct Answers: Cancer Acute Injury Pregnancy Suspected DVT Hyperthermia Under influence alcohol/drugs Without consent Infectious disease Fever Examples of localised contraindications Correct Answer: cuts, bruises, skin disease, asthma, scar tissue, CV conditions, varicose veins What does RICE stand for? Correct Answer: Rest Ice Compression Elevation When is RICE used? Correct Answer: Acute injury Why is rest beneficial for acute injuries? Correct Answer: Without rest leads to continual strain or chronic inflammation. Why is Ice beneficial, how should it be applied and how often? Correct Answer: - Vasoconstriction reduces bleeding - Reduces tissue metabolism - Decreases muscle spasm -neutralises histamine (a vasodilator) Ice packs are best. 15 minutes until the cold subsides, remove, let heat up, reapply, repeat Why is compression beneficial? Correct Answer: Reduces oedema (swelling) Why is elevation beneficial and how often should it be done? Correct Answer: Allows gravity to help reduce swelling. Should be done every hour for about 10-15 minutes for 24-48 hours. Why is heat (thermotherapy) beneficial for a muscle? Correct Answer: increases
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