HLT 180 - Therapeutic Massage I

Institution:

Northern Virginia Community College

Subject:

Description:

Introduces the student to the history and requirements for massage therapy. Covers the terms and practice of massage with introduction to equipment, safety, and ethics as well as massage movements and techniques. Includes information about the benefits of massage, contra-indications, client interview, client-therapist relationship, draping, good body mechanics, and anatomical landmarks. Basic massage techniques are blended into a relaxing, health enhancing full-body session preparing the student for their student clinical experience. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 7 hours per week.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Multiple

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.nvcc.edu

Phone Number:

(703) 323-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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