MBLEx Practice Test 2025

Preparing for the Massage & Bodywork Licensing Exam (MBLEx)? You’re in the right place! Take our 20-question simulated practice test covering all 7 MBLEx content areas. Then, leverage our actionable study plan, exam-day tips, and downloadable resources to walk into test day with confidence.

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1) Which muscle is the prime mover for scapular retraction?

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2) Petrissage is best described as:

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3) Osteoporosis primarily affects:

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4) A client reports tingling in the thumb, index, and middle fingers. This may indicate:

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5) A client with diabetes mellitus may experience:

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6) What movement occurs in the sagittal plane?

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7) Mandated reporting applies to:

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8) The primary action of the psoas major is:

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9) Which artery is palpated at the wrist?

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10) Kyphosis is an exaggerated curvature of the:

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11) The rotator cuff includes all EXCEPT:

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12) Which violates HIPAA compliance?

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13) Myofascial release targets:

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14) Which condition presents with "butterfly rash" on the face?

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15) Trigger points refer pain:

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16) The mitral valve separates which two chambers of the heart?

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17) Piriformis syndrome may mimic:

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18) When assessing posture, a forward head position often accompanies:

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19) Which law regulates sanitation in spas?

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20) The latissimus dorsi inserts at the:

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21) Which condition is contraindicated for deep tissue massage?

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22) The sternocleidomastoid performs:

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23) Which nerve innervates the diaphragm?

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24) Contraindication for heat therapy:

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25) A client has a pacemaker. Avoid:

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26) Ethical advertising prohibits:

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27) Which muscle flexes the knee and extends the hip?

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28) Which bone bears weight in the lower leg?

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29) Which is a local contraindication?

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30) Lymphatic drainage techniques use:

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31) SOAP notes: "O" stands for:

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32) Active isolated stretching involves:

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33) Draping is primarily used for:

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34) A client has a sunburn. Massage is:

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35) Sexual misconduct includes:

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36) Eversion of the foot is primarily performed by the:

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37) Whirlpools combine massage with:

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38) Which massage modality uses feet for compression?

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39) The sciatic nerve exits the pelvis through which structure?

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40) Which structure produces synovial fluid?

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41) Which stroke is typically used to begin a massage session?

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42) Which hormone regulates calcium levels in the blood?

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43) A client faints on the table. First action:

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44) A client discloses depression during intake. The therapist should:

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45) Informed consent requires disclosure of:

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46) Which technique reduces trigger point activity?

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47) The primary goal of palliative care massage is:

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48) What type of lever is the ankle during plantarflexion?

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49) Which vitamin is synthesized by the skin?

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50) Which muscle is primarily responsible for shoulder abduction?

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