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Total 11 program(s)/course(s) available.
Swedish Massage Techniques This section develops, in the student, the foundation of Western massage techniques. Covered in this section is Swedish massage strokes (effleurage, petrissage, tapotement, vibration, & friction), their variations, and their use pertaining to specific muscles & body systems. Also includes Swedish gymnastics, a system of passive, active, and resisted stretches and joint mobilizations. This secti......
Clinical Massage TechniquesCovers stages of rehabilitation, tissue healing, factors that influence tissue healing, and treatment of common injuries and conditions through the application of deep tissue massage techniques. Includes: myofascial release techniques, neuromuscular therapy, basic postural analysis, and structural bodywork. Specific applications include: thoracic outlet syndrome, rotator cuff strain/sprains, sc......
Foot Reflexology TechniquesExplores the theory and practice of applying pressure on points in the feet to affect corresponding body zones in order to positively affect the client’s health. (10 hours)
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Hydrotherapy & Spa TechniquesExplores client treatment using various forms of water. Discussions include: water as a healing agent, effects of heat and cold, contraindications for use, safety and procedural guidelines. Specific applications of heat and cold include packs, compresses, hot and cold stones, body wraps, saunas, steam baths, whirlpools, Vichy showers, paraffin baths, body shampoos, dry brush massages, polishes ......
Disease Awareness & Infection ControlCovers the disease process and how it affects massage treatment, sanitation of linens and equipment, hand washing procedure, glove usage, and CardioPulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) review. (10 hours)
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Health, Hygiene & NutritionDelves into what constitutes good heath, professional hygiene, and proper nutrition. This section includes a guest lecture from a local nutritionist. (10 hours)
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Business & Professional DevelopmentExplores various requirements for establishing a massage practice from a practical point of view. Includes: licensing, permits & zoning, networking with other health professionals, office layout design, advertising, insurance filing, and basic tax deductions. (15 hours)
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BIOLOGICALThis block is specifically designed for Massage Therapists and is taught as an integrated system. This unusual approach of integration allows for an even greater working knowledge and understanding of how the human body functions, especially as it relates to massage. Class time is divided up between lecture and hands-on lab time, enabling the student to integrate the class material.
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AnatomyCovers the structure of the various systems of the human body. The muscular and skeletal systems are the primary focus, with secondary focus on the integumentary, nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic/immune, endocrine, digestive, reproductive, and urinary systems. Includes palpation of important body landmarks. (75 hours)
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PhysiologyCovers the functions of the various systems of the human body and how each is affected by massage. Includes kinesiology and the interrelation of joints. (50 hours)
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PathologyIncludes types of diseases, agents of disease, modes of disease transmission, the host/pathogen relationship, risk factors for disease, definitions of over 100 common diseases, if massage is indicated or contraindicated, and, if indicated, how to adjust the massage for the client’s condition. (40 hours)
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