Virginia Physical Therapy Ebook Continuing Education

70 Sports Massage: Enhancing Training, Participation, and Recovery for Today's Athlete, 2nd Edition: Summary 70

114. Which statement is true regarding the effects of proper sports massage: a. It increases recovery time after intense training b. Clients receiving sports massage usually incur more injuries c. Sports massage is associated with quick recovery and improved performance

115. Arm circles, trunk twists and high leg kicks are examples of: a. Dynamic Flexibility b. Static Flexibility c. Deep tissue massage d. Dangerous techniques which should always be avoided 116. What is the neurological mechanism which enhances a target stretch by having the athlete activate the antagonist muscle: a. Muscle spindle

d. It may feel good, but there is no connection between massage and sports performance

b. Autogenic Inhibition c. Reciprocal Inhibition d. This cannot happen

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