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MBLEx Prep Course
Lessons 1-10
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 1 Sample Lesson
Anatomy & Physiology – General A&P Concepts
Kinesiology – Fundamentals
Muscle Review – Trapezius, Levator scapula, Latissimus Dorsi, Teres major
Bone Review – Scapula
Pathology – Introduction to Pathology
Benefits & Effects – Physiological Effects of Massage & Bodywork
Client Assessment – Intro to Client Assessment and Treatment Planning
Ethics & Laws – Introduction to Ethics
Professional Practice – Introduction to Guidelines for Professional Practice
MBLEx Course – Lesson 1 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 2 Sample Lesson
Anatomy & Physiology – Homeostasis
Kinesiology – Concepts & Definitions
Muscle Review – Rhomboid Major and Minor
Bone Review – Ribs
Pathology – General Pathology: Key Concepts & Terms (Part 1)
Benefits & Effects – Effects on the Autonomic Nervous System
Client Assessment – Organizing a New Client Session
Ethics & Laws – Code of Ethics
Professional Practice – Equipment Safety
MBLEx Course – Lesson 2 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 3
Anatomy & Physiology – Circulatory System A&P Overview
Kinesiology – Introduction to Joint Structure and Function
Muscle Review – Deltoid & Rotator Cuff
Bone Review – Humerus
Pathology – Pathology Concepts & Terminology (Part 2)
Benefits & Effects – Effect of Massage Therapy on Pain
Client Assessment – Client Intake
Ethics & Laws – Ethics Violations
Professional Practice – Massage Therapy Supplies
Introductions
MBLEx Course – Lesson 3 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 4
Anatomy & Physiology – Heart, Vessels & Blood
Kinesiology – Muscles and Generation of Force
Muscle Review – Biceps Brachii, Coracobrachialis, Brachialis & Brachioradialis
Bone Review – Radius
Pathology – Circulatory System Pathology
Benefits & Effects – Effects of Massage on the Circulation System
Client Assessment – Written Data Collection
Ethics & Laws – Concepts of Ethical Practice
Professional Practice – Massage Therapist Hygiene
MBLEx Course – Lesson 4 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 5
Anatomy & Physiology – Digestive System A&P Overview
Kinesiology – Muscle Structure
Muscle Review – Triceps Brachii & Anconeus
Bone Review – Ulna
Pathology – Digestive System Pathology
Benefits & Effects – Effects of Massage on the Digestive System
Client Assessment – Client Interview
Ethics & Laws – Ethics Concepts & Terminology
Professional Practice – Equipment Sanitation & Cleanliness
MBLEx Course – Lesson 5 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 6
Anatomy & Physiology – Digestive Process
Kinesiology – Skeletal Muscle Cell
Muscle Review – Pectoralis Major & Minor, Serratus Anterior & Subclavius
Bone Review – Clavicle
Pathology – Contraindications for Massage Therapy (Part 1)
Benefits & Effects – Psychological Benefits & Effects of Massage
Client Assessment – Client Interviewing Skills
Ethics & Laws – Ethics Approaches
Professional Practice – Facility Sanitation & Cleanliness
MBLEx Course – Lesson 6 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 7
Anatomy & Physiology – Endocrine System A&P Overview
Kinesiology – Connective Tissue (of the Musculoskeletal System)
Muscle Review – Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus & Brevis, Extensor Carpi Ulnaris
Bone Review – Carpals
Pathology – Endocrine System Pathology
Benefits & Effects – Effects of Massage on the Endocrine System
Client Assessment – Pain Assessment for the Massage Client
Ethics & Laws – 8 Ethics Principles
Professional Practice – Maintaining a Safe Massage Facility
MBLEx Course – Lesson 7 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 8
Anatomy & Physiology – Hormones
Kinesiology – Tendons
Muscle Review – Extensor Digitorum & Extensor Digiti Minimi & Extensor Indicis
Bone Review – Metacarpals
Pathology – Contraindications for Massage Therapy (Part 2)
Benefits & Effects – Benefits for Specific Age Groups
Client Assessment – Assessing Vital Signs
Ethics & Laws – Do No Harm
Professional Practice – Risk Management
MBLEx Course – Lesson 8 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 9
Anatomy & Physiology – Endocrine Glands
Kinesiology – Ligaments
Muscle Review – Supinator, Abductor Pollicis Longus, Extensor Pollicis Brevis & Longus
Bone Review – Phalanges (fingers)
Pathology – Acute, Subacute & Chronic
Benefits & Effects – Benefits for People with Disabilities
Client Assessment – Massage Assessment Forms
Ethics & Laws – Ethical Dilemmas, Problem Solving & Conflict
Professional Practice – Therapist Personal Safety
MBLEx Course – Lesson 9 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 10
Anatomy & Physiology – Integumentary System A&P Overview
Kinesiology – Muscle Contraction (Part 1)
Muscle Review – Pronator Teres & Pronator Quadratus, Flexor Digitorum Superficialis & Profundus
Bone Review – Mandible
Pathology – Integumentary System Pathology
Benefits & Effects – Effects of Massage on the Integumentary System
Client Assessment – Visual Assessment Overview
Ethics & Laws – Unethical Business Practices
Professional Practice – Client Safety
MBLEx Course – Lesson 10 Quiz
Lessons 11-20
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 11
Anatomy & Physiology – Layers of the Skin
Kinesiology – Muscle Contraction (Part 2)
Muscle Review – Flexor Carpi Ulnaris & Radialis, Palmaris Longus
Bone Review – Maxilla
Pathology – Cancer & Massage Therapy
Benefits & Effects – Overview of Massage Techniques & Terminology
Client Assessment – Skin Assessment
Ethics & Laws – Massage Laws, Rules & Regulations
Professional Practice – Body Mechanics
MBLEx Course – Lesson 11 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 12
Anatomy & Physiology – Lymphatic System A&P Overview
Kinesiology – Types of Muscle Contractions
Muscle Review – Thenar Eminence: Abductor Pollicis Brevis, Flexor Pollicis Brevis, Adductor Pollicis & Opponens Pollicis
Bone Review – Sphenoid
Pathology – Lymphatic System Pathology
Benefits & Effects – Effects of Massage on the Lymphatic System
Client Assessment – Posture Assessment
Ethics & Laws – Massage Policies
Professional Practice – Protective Gear for the Massage Therapist
MBLEx Course – Lesson 12 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 13
Anatomy & Physiology – Lymphatic Circulation
Kinesiology – Proprioception
Muscle Review – Hypothenar Eminence: Opponens Digiti Minimi, Abductor Digiti Minimi, Flexor Digiti Minimi
Bone Review – Nasal, Ethmoid, Lacrimal
Pathology – Areas of Caution
Benefits & Effects – Effleurage & Petrissage
Client Assessment – Common Posture Abnormalities
Ethics & Laws – Professional & Business Licenses
Professional Practice – Self-Care Strategies
MBLEx Course – Lesson 13 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 14
Anatomy & Physiology – Muscular System A&P Overview
Kinesiology – Muscle Shapes & Fiber Direction
Muscle Review – Gluteus Maximus, Medius & Minimus, & Tensor Fasciae Latae
Bone Review – Ilium
Pathology – Muscular System Pathology (Part 1)
Benefits & Effects – Friction, Tapotement & Vibration
Client Assessment – Gait Assessment for Massage Therapists
Ethics & Laws – State Board & Practice Act
Professional Practice – Injury Prevention for Massage Therapists
MBLEx Course – Lesson 14 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 15
Anatomy & Physiology – Skeletal Muscle Cell
Kinesiology – Muscle Concepts & Terminology (Part 1)
Muscle Review – Deep 6 Lateral Rotators of the Hip
Bone Review – Sacrum & Coccyx
Pathology – Muscular System Pathology (Part 2)
Benefits & Effects – Effects of Massage on the Musculoskeletal System
Client Assessment – Palpation Assessment
Ethics & Laws – Scope of Practice
Professional Practice – Draping Overview
MBLEx Course – Lesson 15 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 16
Anatomy & Physiology – Concepts & Terminology Related to the Muscular System
Kinesiology – Muscle Concepts & Terminology (Part 2)
Muscle Review – Psoas Major, Iliacus, & Quadriceps Femoris Group
Bone Review – Femur
Pathology – Repetitive Strain Injuries
Benefits & Effects – Effects of Massage on the Nervous System
Client Assessment – Range of Motion Assessment
Ethics & Laws – Abuse
Professional Practice – Draping Technique & Communication
MBLEx Course – Lesson 16 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 17
Anatomy & Physiology – Nervous System A&P Overview
Kinesiology – Joint Types & Classifications
Muscle Review – Sartorius & Gracilis, Adductor Longus & Brevis
Bone Review – Pubic
Pathology – Nervous System Pathology (Part 1)
Benefits & Effects – Benefits & Physiological Effects of Heat
Client Assessment – Joint End Feel
Ethics & Laws – Laws & Regulations Terminology
Professional Practice – Business Planning
MBLEx Course – Lesson 17 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 18
Anatomy & Physiology – Nervous System Concepts
Kinesiology – Synovial Joint Shapes
Muscle Review – Pectineus & Adductor Magnus, Hamstring Muscle Group
Bone Review – Ischium
Pathology – Nervous System Pathology (Part 2)
Benefits & Effects – Benefits & Physiological Effects of Cold
Client Assessment – ROM of the Spine
Ethics & Laws – Client Rights
Professional Practice – Business Concepts & Structures
MBLEx Course – Lesson 18 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 19
Anatomy & Physiology – Nerve Actions, Effects & Terminology
Kinesiology – Synovial Joint Components
Muscle Review – Gastrocnemius, Soleus, Plantaris & Popliteus
Bone Review – Tibia
Pathology – Special Populations
Benefits & Effects – Application of Massage & Bodywork Techniques
Client Assessment – ROM of the Upper Extremity
Ethics & Laws – Client Consent
Professional Practice – Establishing a Massage Practice
MBLEx Course – Lesson 19 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 20
Anatomy & Physiology – Reproductive System A&P Overview
Kinesiology – Joints of the Shoulder Complex
Muscle Review – Tibialis Posterior, Flexor Digitorum Longus & Flexor Hallucis Longus
Bone Review – Fibula
Pathology – Reproduction System Pathology
Benefits & Effects – Swedish & Deep Tissue Massage
Client Assessment – ROM of the Lower Extremity
Ethics & Laws – Confidentiality
Professional Practice – Setting Up a Treatment Area
MBLEx Course – Lesson 20 Quiz
Lessons 21-30
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 21
Anatomy & Physiology – Respiratory System A&P Overview
Kinesiology – Joints of the Elbow, Wrist & Hand
Muscle Review – Tibialis Anterior, Extensor Hallucis Longus & Brevis, Extensor Digitorum Longus & Brevis
Bone Review – Tarsals
Pathology – Respiratory System Pathology
Benefits & Effects – Myofascial Release & Neuromuscular Therapy
Client Assessment – Neurophysiologic Laws
Ethics & Laws – Professional Conduct & Behavior
Professional Practice – Massage Business Policies & Procedures
MBLEx Course – Lesson 21 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 22
Anatomy & Physiology – Respiration
Kinesiology – Joints of the Spine (Overview)
Muscle Review – Fibularis (Peroneus) Longus, Brevis & Tertius
Bone Review – Metatarsals
Pathology – Immune System Disorders
Benefits & Effects – Sports Massage & Chair Massage
Client Assessment – Dermatomes
Ethics & Laws – Massage Education, Credentials & Associations
Professional Practice – Marketing a Massage Business
MBLEx Course – Lesson 22 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 23
Anatomy & Physiology – Skeletal System A&P Overview
Kinesiology – Cervical Spine
Muscle Review – Muscles of Facial Expression & Suboccipitals
Bone Review – Cervical vertebrae
Pathology – Skeletal System Pathology (Part 1)
Benefits & Effects – Medical Massage & Lymphatic Massage
Client Assessment – Strength Assessment
Ethics & Laws – Concepts of Professionalism
Professional Practice – Massage Business Documentation, Records & Insurance
MBLEx Course – Lesson 23 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 24
Anatomy & Physiology – Shape & Structure of Bones
Kinesiology – Thoracic Spine
Muscle Review – Muscles of Mastication
Bone Review – Thoracic vertebrae
Pathology – Skeletal System Pathology (Part 2)
Benefits & Effects – Hot Stone Massage & Pregnancy Massage
Client Assessment – Special Tests for Massage Therapists
Ethics & Laws – Boundaries
Professional Practice – Massage Business Financials
MBLEx Course – Lesson 24 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 25
Anatomy & Physiology – Histology of Bone
Kinesiology – Lumbar & Sacral Spine
Muscle Review – Sternocleidomastoid & Scalenes
Bone Review – Lumbar Vertebrae
Pathology – Pain
Benefits & Effects – Structural Integration & Joint Mobilization
Client Assessment – Clinical Reasoning
Ethics & Laws – Professional Communication Concepts
Professional Practice – Hiring & Interviewing for MTs
MBLEx Course – Lesson 25 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 26
Anatomy & Physiology – Special Senses A&P Overview
Kinesiology – Hip Joint
Muscle Review – 4 Abdominal Muscles
Bone Review – Phalanges (Toes)
Pathology – Special Senses Pathology
Benefits & Effects – More Massage & Bodywork Modalities
Client Assessment – Developing a Treatment Plan
Ethics & Laws – Documentation for Massage Therapists
Professional Practice – Starting a Massage Business
MBLEx Course – Lesson 26 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 27
Anatomy & Physiology – Urinary System A&P Overview
Kinesiology – Knee Joint
Muscle Review – Diaphragm, Intercostals & Quadratus Lumborum
Bone Review – Sternum
Pathology – Urinary System Pathology
Benefits & Effects – Eastern Therapeutic Approaches
Client Assessment – Establishing Treatment Goals
Ethics & Laws – Risk & Insurance
Professional Practice – Medical & Healthcare Terminology
MBLEx Course – Lesson 27 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 28
Anatomy & Physiology – Tissue Injury & Repair
Kinesiology – Joints of the Foot & Ankle
Muscle Review – Serratus Posterior, Splenius Capitis & Cervicis
Bone Review – Frontal & Temporal
Pathology – Connective Tissue Disorders
Benefits & Effects – Cupping, Hydrotherapy & Aromatherapy
Client Assessment – Client Education
Ethics & Laws – Therapeutic Relationships
Professional Practice – Medical Root Words, Prefixes & Suffixes
MBLEx Course – Lesson 28 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 29
Anatomy & Physiology – Energetic Anatomy for the Massage Therapist
Kinesiology – Range of Motion Concepts (Part 1)
Muscle Review – Erector Spinae Muscle Group
Bone Review – Parietal & Occipital
Pathology – Pharmacology Concepts
Benefits & Effects – Energy Work & Movement Therapies
Client Assessment – Initiating Treatment
Ethics & Laws – Power, Authority & Transference
Professional Practice – Massage Business Terminology
MBLEx Course – Lesson 29 Quiz
MBLEx Prep Course – Lesson 30
Anatomy & Physiology – Top A&P Concepts to Know for the MBLEx
Kinesiology – Top Kinesiology Concepts to Know for the MBLEx
Muscle Review – Transversospinalis Muscle Group
Bone Review – Zygomatic
Pathology – Classes of Medications
Benefits & Effects – Mind-Body & Other Therapeutic Systems
Client Assessment – Client Reassessment
Ethics & Laws – Therapeutic Relationship Concepts & Terminology
Professional Practice – Top GPP Concepts to Know for the MBLEx
MBLEx Course – Lesson 30 Quiz
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Muscles of the Shoulder and Arm

Muscles of the Wrist and Hand

Muscles of the Hip and Thigh

Muscles of the Lower Leg, Ankle and Foot

Muscles of the Anterior Torso

Muscles of the Posterior Torso

Muscles of the Neck and Head

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Anatomy & Physiology – General A&P Concepts
Kinesiology – Fundamentals
Muscle Review – Trapezius, Levator scapula, Latissimus Dorsi, Teres major
Bone Review – Scapula
Pathology – Introduction to Pathology
Benefits & Effects – Physiological Effects of Massage & Bodywork
Client Assessment – Intro to Client Assessment and Treatment Planning
Ethics & Laws – Introduction to Ethics
Professional Practice – Introduction to Guidelines for Professional Practice
MBLEx Course – Lesson 1 Quiz
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