MT 107L - Integrated Studies in Massage II - Lower Body Lab

1 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s): MT 106, MT 106L

Corequisite(s): MT 107

Course Description: Continues the study of applications of massage on specific muscle groups, integrating musculoskeletal anatomy, pathology, acupressure, and basic Swedish massage techniques. Students will learn home exercise programs to assist their clientele.

Course Level: Career/Tech Preparatory

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Identify and palpate the lower-body landmarks, muscle origins and insertions, actions, and applied muscles group actions. Includes range of motion to muscles of the lower body while applying massage/bodywork to obtain intended physiological outcomes. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
CLO#2: Identify pathophysiological terms and processes resulting from injury and disease as they relate to massage and bodywork.
CLO#3: Demonstrate the ability to acquire client’s medical history and conduct a physical evaluation of client including; posture, symmetry, compensatory movement patterns, range of motion and palpation assessment. Demonstrate effective verbal communication to develop a rapport, explain assessment findings and techniques to be used, including areas to be addressed and their intended outcomes.