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Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx) Flashcards: Physiological Effects Of Soft Tissue Manipulation

Study Physiological Effects Of Soft Tissue Manipulation in Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx) with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

What is the primary effect of massage on muscle tone in most clients when pressure is slow and moderate?

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ANSWER

Decreased tone (general relaxation response). Slow, moderate pressure promotes parasympathetic activation, leading to generalized muscle relaxation and reduced overall tone through neural inhibition.

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Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx): Benefits/Effects of Soft Tissue Manipulation

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In addition to reducing stress hormones, massage is understood to physiologically increase levels of certain neurotransmitters. Which pair of neurotransmitters, associated with feelings of happiness and satisfaction, is often elevated after a massage session?
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