MT 106L - Integrated Studies in Massage I (Upper Body) Lab

1 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s): MT 100, MT 100L and MT 108, MT 108L and BI 121, BI 121L or BI 231, BI 231L

Corequisite(s): MT 106

Course Description: Provides in-depth 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: Students will hone their skills working with upper-body landmarks, muscle origins and insertions, actions, and applied muscles group actions including range of motion to muscles of the upper body while applying massage/bodywork to obtain intended physiological outcomes.
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. (ILO: Communication)