MGV 1224 - Massage Therapy I

Institution:

Southwest Mississippi Community College

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Description:

This course teaches students to demonstrate the principles of European and Western theories and methods to include hydrotherapy and infrared heat. Included in this course are the sequence and flow of basic massage, proper therapist body mechanics, proper use of equipment and supplies, creating the therapeutic massage environment, client positioning and draping techniques, conditioning, strengthening and flexibility, stroking, kneading friction, percussion, vibration and range of motions, indications and contraindications and charting and documentation. Emphasis is on applying principles and theories in a supervised environment. (4 hr. lecture, 4 hr. lab) Credit, four semester hours

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smcc.edu

Phone Number:

(601) 276-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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