MAS 130 - Medical Massage Therapies

Institution:

Roane State Community College

Subject:

Massage Therapy

Description:

Medical Massage Therapies are desigend to provide relief for patients suffering from acute and/or chronic myofascial (muscle-connective tissue) pain. Students will apply knowledge of neurological laws, ischemia, trigger points, nerve entrapment, and postural distortion to choose appropriate and effective techniques. Use of SOAP charts to document sessions is required. Main areas of concentration include head and neck, shoulder, carpal tunnel, and low back pain. (2 lecture hours, 6 laboratory hours/week)

Credits:

0.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.roanestate.edu

Phone Number:

(865) 354-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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