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Therapeutic Massage (TMSG)
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TMSG 1000 –
Introduction to Therapeutic Massage
- 2 Credits
An overview of
the field of massage therapy and the evolving roles and opportunities of the massage
therapist within the healthcare delivery system will be presented. Topics such as
history, licensure requirements, education, employment opportunities, professional
organizations and the benefits of massage will be covered. Ethical issues for the
massage therapist will be discussed. The student will learn basic techniques for
hand and foot massage. The student will be required to receive one full body massage
from a licensed massage therapist during the semester. Lecture: 2 hours
(2.5 hours in summer due to condensed time frame)
TMSG 1020 – Therapeutic Massage I - 4 Credits
Students will learn the five standard Swedish massage strokes, as well as complimentary
strokes commonly used in Swedish Massage. Through demonstration and practice, the
students will be able to perform a full-body Swedish massage in 1 hour. The theoretical
principles including scientific study of professional touch will be discussed. The
indications, contraindications, limitations and physiological effects of these techniques
will be described. Introduction to documentation will be provided. Students will
be instructed in the scope of practice, creating professional boundaries, the therapeutic
relationship, approaches to care, proper draping methods, personal and client hygiene,
obtaining a medical history, proper body mechanics, basic exercises for personal
care, basic first aid, creating a business brochure, and OSHA regulations to provide
a safe and nurturing practice environment. Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 3 hours
TMSG 1030 – Therapeutic Massage II - 4 Credits
Beginning integration of assessment techniques will be emphasized. Postural analysis
will be instructed. The relationship of neuromuscular and fascial restriction to
postural abnormalities will be explored. Students will learn the goals and methods
of deep tissue massage. The indications, contraindications, limitations and physiological
effects of these techniques will be described. Students will focus on determining
and applying the appropriate modality to achieve the goals. Laboratory experience
will provide students with the opportunity to become comfortable with the techniques
and documentation models. (Prerequisite: RHAB 1110, 1030, TMSG 1020) Lecture:
3 hours, Lab: 3 hours
TMSG 1040 – Therapeutic Massage III - 4 Credits
Students will learn the history and techniques of oriental massage. This will
include a study of the five element theory of the meridians and Eastern healing
techniques as they apply to a variety of conditions. The indications, contraindications,
limitations and physiological effects of these techniques will be described. Students
will learn methods and terminology for documentation. Laboratory experience will
provide students the opportunity to learn the hands-on techniques of Shiatsu and
Reflexology. (Prerequisite: RHAB 1110, 1030, TMSG 1020) Lecture: 3 hours, Lab:
3 hours
TMSG 2010 – Therapeutic Massage IV - 4 Credits
The role of the Sports Massage Therapist will be discussed. The course will focus
on the uses of massage in sporting activities. An overview of common sports injuries
and conditions will be presented. Musculoskeletal concerns will be examined. Students
will understand the benefits and learn techniques for seated pre-event, post-event
and training massage. Hydrotherapy as an adjunct to tissue and muscle healing will
be addressed. Sports specific massage and hydrotherapeutic methods will be reviewed
and presented in laboratory sessions. (Prerequisite: RHAB 1110, 1030, TMSG
1020, 1030, 1040) Lecture: 3 hour, Lab: 3 hours
TMSG 2020 – Therapeutic Massage Fieldwork I Internship - 5 Credits
TThe focus of this fieldwork is community outreach and working with a healthy
population. The fieldwork will focus on delivery of massage services,
professional behavior and communication skills with clients, supervisors and
coworkers. Students will gain experience relative to massage office practice,
record maintenance, scheduling clients, accounting procedures and ensuring OSHA
standards are met in a variety of settings. Seminars will be conducted to guide
students in developing a business plan for a massage therapy practice. Topics
will include legal and ethical issues, record keeping, pricing, bookkeeping,
inventory maintenance, taxes, marketing, resume development and identifying
scientific evidence for the benefits of massage. (Prerequisite:
RHAB 1110, 1030, TMSG 1020, 1030, 1040, 2010, 2020, BUSN 1050)
Lecture: 5 hours, Clinical: 120 hours
TMSG 2030 – Therapeutic Massage Fieldwork II Internship - 5 Credits
The focus of this fieldwork will be working with special populations
including those with various pathologies and injuries. Clinical experience will
be provided in a variety of health care settings including private offices,
nursing homes, group homes, athletic training facilities and hospitals.
Experience will be provided relative to office practice, record maintenance,
accounting procedures and ensuring OSHA Standards in the health care
environment. (Prerequisite: RHAB 1110, 1030, TMSG 1020,
1030, 1040, 2010, 2020, BUSN 1050) Lecture:
5 hours, Clinical: 120 hours
TMSG 2040 – Therapeutic Massage Fieldwork III Internship - 4 Credits
The focus of this fieldwork will be working with special populations
including those with various pathologies and injuries. Clinical experience will
be provided in a variety of health care settings including private offices,
nursing homes, group homes, athletic training facilities and hospitals.
Experience will be provided relative to office practice, record maintenance,
accounting procedures and ensuring OSHA Standards in the health care
environment. (Prerequisite: RHAB 1110, 1030, TMSG 1020,
1030, 1040, 2010, 2020, BUSN 1050) Lecture:
4 hours, Clinical: 40 hours
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