Atlantic College of Therapeutic Massage
Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
http://www.actmonline.com/

Perinatal Massage

A study of the physiological and anatomical changes occurring during each trimester of pregnancy. Theory and practical techniques are taught to students to help provide safe and effective massage therapy and self-care strategies for pregnant women. Students will be able to develop effective treatment strategies relevant to the client’s goals, signs and symptoms, stage of pregnancy, and med......
 

Designed to give students a basic understanding of the anatomy and function of the cranio-sacral system. Basic osteopathic assessment and treatment techniques (and indications) will also be discussed....
 

Designed to give students an understanding of the role of the fascia and the most recent techniques which are being used in treating connective tissue and neurological problems....
 

Each of the following are taught regionally with reference to Standards of Practice, Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Swedish Techniques, Hydrotherapy Techniques, Theory and Principles of Massage, Assessment and Palpations, and Advanced Techniques. Each condition will present the symptoms, causes, pathology, historical approach to treatment, medical treatment, health history questions, observati......
 

Building upon the foundation laid in Fundamentals of Sports Massage, this course will focus on the approaches and techniques available for use when working consistently with an athlete or sports team. These techniques allow the therapist greater range than the techniques discussed in the Fundamentals course in dealing with problems in preparing athletes for competition or hard training, and in ......
 

Providing a foundation for on-site massage at sporting events. The course includes an introduction to different types of sports massage (Training Cycle, Competition and Injury Management), but the focus is on pre-event, intra-event and post-event massage considerations for the therapist when working at sports competitions. This course is taught by a Certified Level Three Canadian Sports Massage......
 

A focus on the prevention of stress and the improvement and maintenance of the therapist’s own health. This is done through discussions on proper body mechanics and self care for the massage therapist. Instruction, demonstration and discussion on stretching, strengthening, lifestyle and work environment, boundaries, time and energy management, professionalism, psychological factors and emotiona......
 

A preparation for massage treatments in various settings and treatment positions. An introduction to the definition, description, effects, uses, indications, contraindications and precautions of massage techniques to the back and abdominal region and proper draping procedures....
 

An introduction to Swedish massage techniques plus various additional techniques such as superficial fluid techniques, neuromuscular techniques, percussive techniques, passive movement techniques, superficial reflex techniques and connective tissue techniques which are specific to the back and abdomen region. Within each of these regions there will be instruction, demonstration and supervision ......
 

A practical approach to understanding the professional relationships and interactions between individuals, with emphasis on the client/therapist relationship. Topics include non-verbal communication, listening and hearing, appropriate vocabulary, appearance and body language, giving advice, gender differences, self-esteem, emotions and emotional expression, stages of illness, group dynamics, co......
 

A focus on the management and production of the clinical documentation required to operate an efficient clinical practice. Various documents ranging from case histories and questionnaires, assessment forms to correspondence letters to various health and legal professionals are created. The student develops a pratical portfolio for use in future clinical practice....
 

A broad introduction to business topics in areas related to the question "What is Business Management?". An exploration of concepts such as: business management in the small business environment; personal implications for small business entrepreneurship; corporate concept and general business development strategies; examining the internal and external business environments; planning, ......
 

A study of ethical behavior and practices required of health professionals, including the methods of dealing with ethical issues in practice. Detailed instruction and discussion on applicable New Brunswick legislation and on associations governing massage therapy in New Brunswick , including Codes of Ethics of associations. A review of the structure of healthcare in Canada and the interrelation......
 

A study of the details of patient interviewing, consent to assessment and treatment, scope of practice and standards of practice specific to the profession of therapeutic massage. Universal precautions to be followed by every health professional are also covered....
 

Presents the theory of biomechanics and kinesiology and continues with biomechanics of the musculoskeletal system and joints in various positions of standing, sitting, lying, and gait process. Specifics on common deviations in posture and gait are studied with prevention of the same....
 

The beginning of a detailed study of hydrotherapy with general procedures, contraindications, therapeutic properties of water, additives, aims of treatment, thermal regulation....
 

A detailed approach to palpation and assessment for the recognition, treatment and management of various injuries and disorders affecting the musculoskeletal and nervous systems. Beginning with initial client intake (medical history, interview and consent) followed by postural assessment, range of motion testing, end feels, resisted testing. Emphasis is placed on the practical component of palp......
 

Beginning of a detailed study of clinical care by introducing theories, frameworks and conceptual models of clinical care. No prerequisites required....
 

A study of the physiological workings of the nervous system, beginning with general concepts of neurophysiology and continuing with resting membrane potentials, action potentials, refractory periods, saltatory conduction, electrical and chemical synapses, excitatory and inhibitory postsynaptic potentials, synaptic events, regeneration of nerve fibers, and neural integration....
 

A study of the gross and micro anatomy of the entire gastrointestinal tract and its mechanisms, followed by the general histology. Specific detail is also given for anatomy and function of the associated organs such as the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. Other areas covered include deglutition, gastric secretions, motility, digestion, absorption, elimination as well as gastrointestinal disord......
 

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