Lastly, therapists should search for trigger points among the various forearm extensor muscles and treat them if present. (If none are present, therapists may wish to check the biceps’ brachioradialis, the triceps brachii, and supraspinatus, as trigger points in these muscles also refer pain to the lateral epicondyle.) Additional treatment and prevention As with many sports injuries, R.I.C.E. and NSAIDs are the standard course of action here. Acupuncture and Kinesio tape has been shown to be effective for reducing the pain associated with tennis elbow. Wearing an elbow brace can prevent tennis elbow from reoccurring by changing the direction of the forces on the forearm extensor’s tendon. Affected athletes should also consider examining their performance techniques and Covossin, T., Elbin, R. (2012). “Sports related concussions.” American College of Sports Medicine. Web. 1 Oct 2013 http://www.acsm.org/access-public-information/ articles/2012/01/13/sport-related-concussions. Davies,C. (2004). The trigger point therapy workbook. (2nd ed.). Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications. Hoyme, R. “Stretches.” Massage Nerd. Web. 1 Oct 2013. http://www.massagenerd.com/ stretching_techniques_of_massage.php. McAtee, P., Charland, J. (2007) Facilitated stretching. (3rd ed.). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics. McGinnis, P. (1999). Biomechanics of sports and exercise. (2nd ed.). Champaign, Illinois: Library of Congress. MiGillicuddy, M. (2010) Massage for sports performance. (1st ed.) Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics. Myers, T., Riggs, A. (2010) Deep tissue massage, revised edition. (2nd ed.) Berkeley, CA: North Atlantic Books. References a. One. b. Two. c. Four. d. Six. 47. When should deep tissue massage be avoided? a. When an athlete is taking medication that prevents blood from clotting. b. When an athlete has plantar fasciitis. c. When an athlete has restrictions in deep layers of muscle. d. When an athlete wants a full body massage. 48. What temperature should hot stones be to be effective? a. 100-120 degrees. b. 120-150 degrees. c. 150-180 degrees. d. 180-200 degrees. 49. What may occur during the application of myofascial release? c. The fascia will become cold to the touch. d. The fascia will become warm to the touch. 50. Which injury is particular to young athletes that have not yet completed puberty? a. Contusions. b. Hernias. c. Myositis ossificans. d. Broken bones. a. The athlete may get a headache. b. The fascia may become more tense.
equipment as deficiencies in either of these areas, such as using a racquet with too small a grip, may be causing the injury. Per its name, tennis player and racquet sport athletes suffer this injury far more often than any other particular athlete. The diversity of sporting activities means that there are many more sports injuries massage therapists may encounter when working with athletes. Although there is no standard protocol for treating any particular injury, the techniques listed in this course will give massage therapists the knowledge necessary to begin treating whatever injuries an athlete may have. Naturally, though, the best medicine is preventative medicine and these techniques may help an athlete from becoming injured in the first place. Massage therapists should ensure every athlete they meet knows about the potential benefits of massage therapy. “Ankle injuries: causes and treatments.” WebMD. Web. 2 Oct 2013. http://www.webmd. com/fitness-exercise/ankle-injuries-causes-and-treatments. “Burns: first aid.” MayoClinic.com. Web. 1 Oct 2013. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/ first-aid-burns/FA00022. “Glossary.” Types of massage and bodywork defined. Web. 2 Oct 2013. http://www. massagetherapy.com/glossary/. “Groin strain.” Sports Injury Clinic. Web. 5 Oct 2013. http://www.sportsinjuryclinic.net/sport- injuries/hip-groin-pain/groin-strain. “Iliotibial band syndrome.” Sports Injury Clinic. Web. 5 Oct 2013. http://www. sportsinjuryclinic.net/sport-injuries/knee-pain/iliotibial-band-syndrome. “Patellofemoral pain syndrome.” Sports Injury Clinic . Web. 5 Oct 2013. http://www. sportsinjuryclinic.net/sport-injuries/knee-pain/patellofemoral-pain-syndrome. “Shin splints.” MayoClinic.com. Web. 1 Oct 2013. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/shin- splints/DS00271. “What to do about tennis elbow.” Harvard Health Publications. Web. 1 Oct 2013. http:// www.health.harvard.edu/fhg/updates/What-to-do-about-tennis-elbow.shtml. 51. What position should an athlete be in to treat Achilles tendonitis? a. In the prone position with the foot hanging off the table. b. In the supine position with the foot hanging off the table. c. In a side-lying position with the foot hanging off the table. d. In a side-lying position with a pillow or bolster under the ankle. 52. How long should a massage therapist wait before using massage therapy to help rehabilitate a broken clavicle? a. One day for adults. b. One week for adults. c. One month for youths. d. One month for adults. 53. Which stretch is the best stretch for the scalene muscles? a. PNF stretch. b. CRAC stretch. c. AC stretch. d. Passive stretch. 54. When does delayed onset muscle soreness usually occur? a. Soon after a sudden and forceful change in direction. b. Immediately after forceful repetitive motions. c. When athletes change their training program or dramatically increases their training intensity. d. Before a sports competition. 55. What muscle is often overlooked as a source of lower back pain?
MASSAGE THERAPY FOR SPORTS INJURIES Final Examination Questions Select the best answer for each question and mark your answers on the Final Examination Answer Sheet found on page 100, or complete your test online at EliteLearning.com/Book 46. Statistically, _____ out of every ten professional athletes will suffer an injury that requires professional treatment.
a. Lower trapezius. b. Latissimus dors. c. Tensor fasciae latae. d. Psoas major.
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