ADVANCED THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

Northern Institute of Massage Therapy Inc.
Red Deer, Alberta, Canada

Course Format: Classroom | E-learning | Virtual Class | Online/Live | On-site/In-house | Blended | Self-paced

Course Description:

'' A. SAFETY OF THE THERAPIST & CLIENTS

1. Contraindications to Massage Therapy

ability to identify contraindicated conditions at a more comprehensive level
explain why the contraindication exists and the systems involved at a more comprehensive level
know when treatment modification is appropriate and why at a more comprehensive level
know what modifications are appropriate and how to apply them at a more comprehensive level
2. Basic Draping, Positioning and Turning Techniques

clearly direct the client regarding getting on and off of the table
exhibit proper draping and bolstering techniques
exhibit proper positioning and turning of the client
exhibit competency positioning the elderly and/or infirm, clients with casts, clients confined to a wheelchair
3. Environment for Practicing Massage Therapy

prepare and maintain a hazard free clinical environment
exhibit appropriate personal and clinical hygiene
exhibit appropriate clinical dress and conduct
properly launder supplies
appropriate choice and use of supplies
appropriate advertising, promotions and venue association
4. Communication Skills

awareness and respect of emotional and physical boundaries of the client
awareness and respect of emotional and physical boundaries of the therapist
provision of a professional non-threatening environment
ability to maintain clear open communication
the ability to explain the responsibilities of both client and therapist to identify and appropriately address physical or emotional discomfort during a treatment
to request permission to proceed with treatment when required
ability to communicate with underage and/ or elderly or infirm clients and their caregivers
5. Professionalism and Ethics

differentiate between the legal and ethical responsibilities of the massage therapist
explain why confidentiality is important and how to maintain client confidentiality
explain the importance of the right to refuse treatment by the client or therapist
confidently provide suitable responses to boundary violations
explain and maintain zero tolerance for inappropriate behavior including that of a sexual nature
recognize treatment limitations
refer clients to other health care professionals when appropriate
describe the Code of Ethics and Scope of Practice guidelines of their personal associations
describe the business regulations of the student’s relevant jurisdiction
6. Self Care for Massage Therapists

demonstrate body awareness and proper body mechanics during treatments
demonstrate ability to use alternate techniques based on the available energy level of the therapist
ability to identify preferences regarding treatment types, lengths and hours of employment
awareness of personal and professional goals and limitations
exhibit awareness of personal biases and how to manage them
self care techniques
use of suitable stretching and strengthening exercises
explain the physical and time constraints of treatment times
explain the financial implications of these limitations


B. INFORMATION GATHERING

1. Terminology

exhibit proper spelling and usage of medical terminology when communicating with colleagues
have the ability to describe the same structures in layman’s terms when dealing with clients
proper understanding and usage of anatomical terms of direction and movement
understanding of proper posture, anatomical position, and other Western medical terms.
2. Advanced Anatomy & Physiology

identify, label and palpate bones and bony landmarks at a more comprehensive level
identify, label and palpate joints and joint structures at a more comprehensive level
identify, label and/or palpate muscles, fiber directions, origins and insertions at a more comprehensive level
identify the actions, innervation and vascular supply of muscles
describe the range of motion, flexibility ranges of healthy and unhealthy structures
explain how to recognize and identify basic signs and symptoms of common pathological states
explain how to recognize and identify specific signs and symptoms of various pathological states
define, compare and contrast the terms clinical signs and clinical symptoms
identify signs and symptoms of common inflammatory, infective and traumatic tissue conditions
identify and explain common surgical procedures and their impact on tissue health
3. Advanced Assessment and Treatment Techniques

collect and interpret relevant data in a pre treatment interview
develop client intake forms
clarify desired treatment result with client
maintain client feedback during treatment
provide a relevant treatment
provide a relevant corrective treatment
assess the efficacy of the treatment
record and track the efficacy of the corrective treatments
ability to document treatments and to compile reports and correspondence as required
explain likely post treatment effects
clarify if further treatments are required
demonstrate proper osteopathic and orthopaedic testing techniques
describe palpatory procedures to identify soft tissue lesions
4. Various Complimentary Therapies

explain awareness of the various allopathic and wholistic therapies in an unbiased manner
explain the philosophies, advantages, limitations and applications of various allopathic and wholistic complimentary therapies in an unbiased manner


C. ADVANCED INFORMATION ASSESSMENT

1. Pathophysiology

describe the concept of the homeostatic mechanism at the general systemic and cellular levels, and how this is reflected in healthy and unhealthy tissue function
describe the concept of the homeostatic mechanism at the systemic and cellular levels, and how this is reflected in healthy and unhealthy tissue function
describe primary and secondary causes of the disease process
describe the inflammatory response and its chronological progression
explain the role of the immune system in the inflammatory response
explain edema
describe desirable and undesirable types of tissue repair
describe how to manipulate scar tissue for optimal health
describe the mechanism and presentation of injuries and congenital and idiopathic disease states
explain the effects of massage therapy on injuries and idiopathic and congenital diseases
describe pain, its causes and effects, and how to determine acceptable levels during treatment
identify nociception sites of the various body systems
explain how to discriminate between personality types and resultant pain perception
effectively communicate realistic expectations regarding pain during the treatment process and afterwards
2. SYSTEMS

explain the in depth structural and functional organization of the following subjects
explain the physiological effects of stress, injury and disease of the following subjects
explain how to effect the mechanisms of repair of the following subjects with therapeutic massage techniques
demonstrate knowledge and application of Universal Precautions when providing massage therapy
explain the general limitations and effects of massage therapy on the following subjects:
explain the specific limitations and effects of massage therapy on the following subjects:
histology
arthrology
osteology
myology
cardiovascular systems
lymphatics
immune systems
digestive system
urinary system
respiratory system
central nervous system
peripheral nervous system
endocrine system
integument
D. ADVANCED IMPLEMENTATION OF TREATMENT PLAN

1. MASSAGE TECHNIQUES

describe and demonstrate advanced massage techniques and specialized applications
apply the massage t ...''

Elements of this syllabus are subject to change.

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