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IMI Therapeutic exam

IMI Therapeutic Exam Definitions

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Hyperemia Increase in blood flow or engorgement to a body part.
Homeostasis Maintaining a stable internal enviroment within the body. The regulation of functions that maintain a healthy balance in the body.
Synergist A muscle that supports the action of a prime mover. A prime mover is the muscle that carries out the action.
Osteo Bone
Afferent Toward the body. Afferent nerves are sensory nerves that link sensory receptors with the central nervous system and transmit sensory information.
Efferent Away from the body. Efferent nerves are motor nerves that link the central nervous system to the effectors outside it and transmit motor impulses.
Anemia Condition in which the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood is decreased due to a decrease in red blood cells or in the amount of functional hemoglobin in the blood.
Synovial fluid Also known as synovial, this viscous fluid is found in joints, bursae sacs, and synovial sheaths. Synovial fluid provides nutrition and lubrication so the joint can move freely without friction. Amount produced depends on the activity of the joint.
Origin The more stationary attachment site of a muscle to a bone. The opposite end is the insertion.
Insertion The more mobile attachment site of a muscle to a bone. The opposite end is the origin.
Energy Balancing A technique that involves clearing and charging of the seven major chakras and auric levels. A powerful current of healing energy comes through the therapist's hands to heal areas of injury and illness. Energy flows clockwise.
Muscle Mechanics A method used on muscles that do not relax during massage and defy energy balancing. Muscle is brought passively into contraction through pressure on the orign or insertion followed by active resistance and pressure on the point of orign or insertion
Adhesion Bands of fibrous tissue resulting from previous inflammation or surgical scars.
Chronic Vague onset, develop slowly, and last for a long time, sometimes life
Peristalsis Rythmic contraction of smooth muscles that propel products of digestion along the tract from esophagus to the anus.
Prana Universal life force. Life-sustaining force of living beings and vital energy.
Modified Massage Benefical for pregnant women, a client with breathing difficulties, acute back pain, recent abdominal surgery or any other problems lying on their abdomen. Side lying and or the use of pillows and bolsters can be used as an alternative
Frog movement Client moves to edge of the table for a leg rotation. One hand cradles the knee and the other their ankle then abduct leg. Next bending the knee, push the leg down below the table and towards chest, then lift up extending the leg and lower leg to table
Sciatic stretch Raise leg straight up bracing it on shoulder holding knee straight while other hand holds foot in dorsiflexion. Walk leg slowly toward head till you meet full range of motion. Ask client to lower leg while providing resistance. Repeat 2-3x increasing ROM
Reflexology A system of massaging specific areas of the foot or sometimes the hand in order to promote healing, relieve stress, etc., in other parts of the body.
Systole The rhythmic contraction of the heart, especially of the ventricles, by which blood is driven through the aorta and pulmonary artery.
Aromatherapy The therapeutic use of plant-derived, aromatic essential oils to promote physical and psychological well-being.
Larynx Voice Box. Connects the pharynx to the trachea and consists of cartilage,ligaments,connective tissue,muscles,and the vocal cords. Permits air passage to and from the lungs and functions to produce sound, or phonation.
Epiphysis Secondary bone-forming centers that develop at the ends of a long bone. This secondary center of growth will continue through childhood and into the late teens.
Myelin Sheath A white,fatty,insulating substance formed by the Schwann cells that surround some axons. Also produced in the Central Nervous System by Oligodendrocytes( the cells that produce Mylelin)
Bursa A flat sac of synovial membrane in which the inner sides of the sac are seperated by a fluid film. Bursae are located where moving structures are apt to rub
Plasma A thick straw-colored fluid found in blood and lymph and is about 90% water; the rest is nutrients,gases,and waste products. Plasma constitutes about 55% of blood and plays a major role in the movement of water between the tissues and the blood.
Mucosa Membranes that line openings to the outside of the body. This type of membrane is found in respiratory,digestive,reproductive, and urinary tracts.
Atrophy A decrease in the size of a body part or organ by a decrease in the size of cells.
Lacteal Lymph capillaries in the villi of the small intestine that absorb dietary fats.
Marrow The flexible tissue interior to bone. Marrow in the large bones produce new blood cells. 2 types red and yellow. Red is found mainly in flat bones, and yellow in the interior middle portion of long bones. Marrow also prevents the back flow of lymph.
Myofibril The simplest unit of muscle fiber. Groups of these cells are organized to tissues.
Cryotherapy The local or general use of low temperatures to remove heat from a body part, promoting vasoconstriction. Decreases cellular metabolism, decreases inflammation, pain, and spasms.
Esophagus A 10-inch muscular collapsible tube directly behind the trachea. Extends from the pharynx to the stomach. The esophageal lining secretes mucus to aid in the transport of food.
Vasoconstriction Reflex that causes a reduction of blood flow, reducing the size of the blood vessels. Helpful in reducing edema, pain and swelling.
Acute Conditions that last for a short period of time, usually from a few days to a few weeks. Usually temporary with a sudden onset and easily localized.
Phagocyte "Cell eating" White blood cell that protects the body by ingesting harmful foreign particles, bacteria, and dead or dying cells.
Visceral Pertaing to the outer coverings of a body cavity or hollow organ.
Aponeurosis A broad thin strong flat sheet of fibrous connective tissue that serves as a tendon connecting muscle to muscle or bone to bone.
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