HLTH 206 - Massage

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Kapiolani Community College

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4 hours lecture/lab per week for 12 weeks Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or higher in HLTH 290; a grade of "C" or higher in HLTH 290Recommended Preparation: HLTH 125. Comment: Letter grade only. HLTH 206 may not be audited. HLTH 206 may not be taken credit/no credit. HLTH 206 provides the basic knowledge and manual skills in therapeutic massage techniques applicable in all body areas. HLTH 206 examines the different mediums used in therapeutic massage. This course also explores other selected massage techniques for diversity and cultural appreciation. Upon successful completion of HLTH 206, the student should be able to: Competently perform a basic therapeutic massage in an appropriately applied sequence of strokes such as effleurage, petrissage and friction. Choose the appropriate massage medium for the various massage techniques and outcomes. Apply massage techniques safely, effectively, efficiently and appropriately to body parts in relation to the desired physiological effects. Recall, assess, and report indications and contraindications for massage. Demonstrate conduct that reflects the APTA Guide to Physical Therapy Practice, practice standards that are legal, ethical, and safe and a commitment to the profession of physical therapy. Define Universal/Standard precautions of the CDC. Observe and monitor responses to positional changes, breathing patterns, thoracoabdominal movements, respiratory and circulatory changes affected by massage. Demonstrate problem-solving skills needed to address symptoms from activities, positions, postures, and massage techniques that aggravate or relieve pain and sensation. Define and distinguish normal and abnormal integumentary changes before, during and after a massage treatment. Identify normal and abnormal joint movements, muscle mass and tone. Accomplish entry-level massage technique skills for employment as documented on the clinical internship competency sheet. 8 Identify billing and reimbursement issues for massage. Demonstrate time management skills to function as an entry level PTA practitioner. Locate the APTA code of conduct, APTA website of information for standardized practice and individual state practice acts for physical therapy.

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1.50

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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