American Society For Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Radiographic Testing Practice Test

Which massage techniques are primarily recognized for their mechanical effect on increasing local blood flow?

Gentle stretching and passive range of motion. Compression, gliding strokes, friction, and tapotement. Sustained static pressure in trigger point therapy only. Lymphatic drainage techniques and effleurage with light pressure.

Correct Answer:

Compression, gliding strokes, friction, and tapotement.

Explanation:

Massage therapy influences the flow of both blood and lymph. Massage techniques that appear to have the greatest mechanical effect on circulation are compression and gliding strokes. Other techniques such as friction and tapotement (percussion) will also increase local blood flow, which is easily observed through increased heat and redness. Trigger point massage uses static pressure that increases local capillary flow once the pressure is relieved.

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