MBLEx Massage Therapy Exam
Kinesiology and Muscles Practice Questions
55 practice questions with detailed explanations — aligned to the MBLEx Massage Therapy Exam.
Master Kinesiology and Muscles to boost your score on the MBLEx Massage Therapy Exam. Each question below mirrors the style and difficulty of real exam questions, complete with detailed explanations so you understand the why behind every answer. Work through all 55 questions, review any that trip you up, and use the related topics below to round out your preparation.
Q1.What are the origin and insertion of the biceps brachii?
A.Origin: coracoid process and supraglenoid tubercle; Insertion: radial tuberosityB.Origin: radial tuberosity; Insertion: coracoid processC.Origin: medial epicondyle; Insertion: olecranon processD.Origin: acromion process; Insertion: deltoid tuberosityA. Origin: coracoid process and supraglenoid tubercle; Insertion: radial tuberosityExplanation: The biceps brachii has two heads: the short head originates from the coracoid process of the scapula, and the long head from the supraglenoid tubercle. Both insert on the radial tuberosity of the radius. Actions include elbow flexion and supination.
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Q2.Which muscle is the primary hip flexor?
A.Gluteus maximusB.HamstringsC.Iliopsoas (iliacus + psoas major)D.Tensor fasciae lataeC. Iliopsoas (iliacus + psoas major)Explanation: The iliopsoas — composed of the iliacus and psoas major — is the primary hip flexor. It originates from the lumbar vertebrae and iliac fossa and inserts on the lesser trochanter of the femur. It is commonly tight in people who sit for extended periods.
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Q3.What term describes a muscle that assists the agonist (prime mover) in performing a movement?
A.AntagonistB.FixatorC.SynergistD.NeutralizerC. SynergistExplanation: A synergist assists the agonist (prime mover) in producing a movement. The antagonist opposes the agonist. A fixator stabilizes the proximal bone while the distal part moves. Neutralizers cancel out unwanted actions of other muscles.
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Q4.What is the action of the trapezius muscle's upper fibers?
A.Scapular retraction onlyB.Scapular depressionC.Elevation and upward rotation of the scapula, and extension of the neckD.Scapular protraction and downward rotationC. Elevation and upward rotation of the scapula, and extension of the neckExplanation: The upper fibers of the trapezius elevate and upwardly rotate the scapula and extend the cervical spine. The middle fibers retract the scapula. The lower fibers depress the scapula. The trapezius is frequently a site of tension and trigger points.
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Q5.Which rotator cuff muscle is most commonly injured?
A.SubscapularisB.InfraspinatusC.SupraspinatusD.Teres minorC. SupraspinatusExplanation: The supraspinatus is the most commonly injured rotator cuff muscle. It abducts the shoulder (especially the first 15°) and is vulnerable to impingement in the subacromial space during overhead movements. Tears often require surgical repair.
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