MASS 1423 - Advanced Clinical Techniques

Institution:

Saint Paul College

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Description:

Students will refine previously learned techniques. Students will investigate treatment protocols utilizing scientifically proven, outcome-based techniques including Neuromuscular Therapy, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Myofascial Release, Travel Trigger Point Therapy, Muscle Energy Technique, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitated Stretching, Active Isolative Stretching and Positional Release Technique. Students will learn to perform thorough patient assessments utilizing medical histories and objective findings through palpation, functional muscle testing, range of motion testing, postural examination and gait examination. Students will learn to create a care-plan based on evaluations; create treatment plans using carefully selected techniques for the given pathology; and learn to recommend exercises to the patient. Students will learn to give supplementary care as prescribed by a licensed Physician, Chiropractor or Physical Therapist for pathologies including multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, stroke, diabetes, AIDS, cancer, burns, post-surgical scarring, chronic pain and fibromyalgia. (Prerequisite(s): Certificate in Massage Therapy or equivalent as evaluated by faculty) 5C/2/3/0

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Historical Version(s):

09/01/2008 - 08/14/2023 

Institution Website:

www.saintpaul.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 846-1600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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