How to give someone a great massage
  • 1. What is the most important aspect of preparing the massage environment?
A) Creating a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere.
B) Playing loud, energetic music.
C) Ensuring the room is brightly lit.
D) Having the strongest massage oils.
  • 2. Which of these is the BEST oil for a massage?
A) Vegetable oil.
B) Motor oil.
C) Gasoline.
D) Unscented almond oil.
  • 3. What is effleurage?
A) Tapping motions.
B) Long, gliding strokes.
C) Kneading motions.
D) Deep tissue pressure.
  • 4. What is petrissage?
A) Vibrating motions.
B) Light feathering strokes.
C) Kneading and lifting muscles.
D) Applying direct pressure.
  • 5. Which direction should you generally massage towards?
A) Away from the heart.
B) Towards the heart.
C) Against the muscle grain.
D) In a circular motion only.
  • 6. How should you gauge the pressure you apply?
A) By assuming you know their pain tolerance.
B) By only using very light pressure.
C) By applying the most pressure you can.
D) By asking the recipient for feedback.
  • 7. What is the purpose of draping?
A) To maintain modesty and warmth.
B) To hide imperfections.
C) To prevent oil from staining clothes.
D) To make the recipient look more comfortable.
  • 8. What should you do if the recipient expresses pain?
A) Increase the pressure to work out the knot.
B) Immediately reduce the pressure or stop.
C) Tell them to relax and breathe through it.
D) Ignore it and continue the massage.
  • 9. Which of these areas should you generally avoid massaging?
A) The calves.
B) Directly over bony prominences.
C) The shoulders.
D) The lower back.
  • 10. What is tapotement?
A) Rolling skin between the fingers.
B) Rhythmic tapping or percussion.
C) Applying hot stones.
D) Deep, sustained pressure.
  • 11. What is the best way to transition between massage strokes?
A) Stopping abruptly between each stroke.
B) Use smooth, flowing movements.
C) Slapping the skin.
D) Applying jerky, uneven pressure.
  • 12. Why is proper body mechanics important for the masseuse?
A) To make the massage more effective for the recipient.
B) To look more professional.
C) To prevent injury to yourself.
D) To use less oil.
  • 13. Which of these is NOT a benefit of massage?
A) Reducing muscle tension.
B) Curing all diseases.
C) Reducing stress.
D) Improving circulation.
  • 14. How should you end a massage session?
A) With slow, gentle strokes.
B) With a loud clap.
C) With fast, vigorous movements.
D) Abruptly stopping all contact.
  • 15. What should you offer the recipient after the massage?
A) Alcohol.
B) Water.
C) Soda.
D) Coffee.
  • 16. What is cupping massage?
A) Using suction cups to lift tissue.
B) A type of deep tissue massage.
C) Using aromatherapy oils.
D) Using hot stones.
  • 17. What is cross-fiber friction?
A) Applying cold to muscle fibers.
B) Rubbing parallel to muscle fibers.
C) Applying heat to muscle fibers.
D) Rubbing perpendicularly across muscle fibers.
  • 18. What is the purpose of using a bolster?
A) To support the body in a comfortable position.
B) To make the massage more difficult.
C) To apply pressure to specific points.
D) To add extra weight.
  • 19. What is a trigger point?
A) A hypersensitive spot in a muscle.
B) A muscle strain.
C) A type of massage oil.
D) A bone in the body.
  • 20. How can you use your body weight effectively during a massage?
A) Leaning into the stroke.
B) Using only your arm strength.
C) Holding your breath.
D) Bending at the waist.
  • 21. What is aromatherapy?
A) Using hot stones.
B) Applying pressure to specific points.
C) A type of deep tissue massage.
D) Using essential oils for therapeutic benefits.
  • 22. What type of lighting is best for a massage room?
A) No lighting at all.
B) Dim and indirect lighting.
C) Bright and direct lighting.
D) Flashing strobe lights.
  • 23. What is the most important thing to sanitize?
A) Your shoes before entering the room.
B) The massage table after the massage.
C) The clients feet.
D) Your hands before and after the massage.
  • 24. What is the correct action to take when starting the massage?
A) Start with the elbows.
B) Start with the feet.
C) Warm up the massage oil.
D) Start with the most painful spot.
  • 25. What is the ideal position of the face rest?
A) Loosened so there's movement.
B) Adjusted so that the neck is straight.
C) Pressed firmly into the client's face.
D) Not using one at all.
  • 26. What should you do if you need to cough?
A) Turn away and cough into your elbow.
B) Cough into your hands.
C) Cough directly into the air.
D) Try to suppress the cough.
  • 27. When should you perform hand hygiene during a massage?
A) Only at the beginning of the massage.
B) Only at the end of the massage.
C) Before, during, and after the massage.
D) Only when your hands feel dirty.
  • 28. What is the best way to communicate with the recipient during the massage?
A) Talk constantly about unrelated topics.
B) Yell to be heard over the music.
C) Use a calm and reassuring tone.
D) Stay completely silent.
  • 29. What is the appropriate level of conversation to have with the recipient?
A) Talk constantly about your personal life.
B) Avoid all conversation.
C) Ask deeply personal questions.
D) Let the recipient initiate the conversation.
  • 30. What is the importance of clean linens?
A) Makes the room smell better.
B) Doesn't matter as long as the client is comfortable.
C) Creates a sanitary and professional environment.
D) Provides extra padding.
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