MASS 136 - Hydrotherapy II

Institution:

Spokane Falls Community College

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Description:

This course covers further study of hot and cold modalities utilized in the field of massage therapy. Students learn the use of paraffin and the different utilizations of moist and dry heat. Ice massage will be taught as an integral part of injury repair, and alternating heat and cold application will be studied. Thermal, mechanical and chemical changes as a result of hydrotherapy will be examined in depth. Students learn the necessary skills to provide the most commonly requested spa treatments. A specific module in hot stone therapy is included. Students are instructed in salt scrubs, herbal and seaweed wraps and exfoliation. Prerequisite: HED 125, MASS 120, 122, 124, 126. (SCC)

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.spokanefalls.edu

Phone Number:

(509) 533-3500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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