Massage Therapy Practitioner Program (600 Hours)

History of Massage Therapy:

• Origins, evolution, and different types of massage therapies.

Ethics and Professionalism:

• Understanding professional boundaries, client consent, confidentiality, and ethical practice.

Scope of Practice:

• Legal aspects, roles, and responsibilities of a massage therapist.

Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology:

• Basic overview of the human body, including major systems and terminology.

Muscular System (50 Hours):

• Identification and functions of muscles.
• Muscular structure and contraction mechanisms.
• Common muscular issues and pathologies.

Skeletal System (30 Hours):

• Bone structure, types, and functions.
• Joint types, functions, and common joint issues.

Circulatory and Respiratory Systems (40 Hours):

• Anatomy and physiology of the heart and lungs.
• Blood circulation and lymphatic system.
• Impact of massage on circulatory and respiratory systems.

Nervous System (30 Hours):

• Central and peripheral nervous systems.
• Autonomic nervous system and its relevance to massage therapy.
• Reflexology basics and nerve pathways.

Common Musculoskeletal Conditions:

• Understanding of conditions like sprains, strains, arthritis, and more.

Systemic Conditions:

• Overview of diseases affecting major systems (cardiovascular, respiratory, etc.).

Contraindications and Precautions:

• Identifying when massage therapy is appropriate or should be avoided.

Manual Massage (50 Hours):

• Basic strokes: Effleurage, petrissage, tapotement, friction, vibration.
• Full-body device massage routine.
• Benefits and contraindications.

Deep Tissue Massage (50 Hours):

• Techniques for working with deep layers of muscle and fascia.
• Understanding the therapeutic effects and precautions.
• Full-body deep tissue massage routine.

Sports Massage (30 Hours):

• Pre-event, post-event, and maintenance massage techniques.
• Techniques for different sports and injury prevention.

Moxi Trigger Point Therapy (30 Hours):

• Identifying and treating trigger points.
• Techniques for specific conditions like headaches, back pain, etc.

Specialized Modalities (40 Hours):

• Introduction to reflexology, NanoTourmaline hot stone massage, prenatal massage, and myofascial release.

Initial Consultation and Client Intake:

• Gathering client history and understanding their needs.
• Documentation and record-keeping.

Assessment Techniques:

• Postural assessment, range of motion testing, palpation skills.
• Creating a treatment plan based on assessment.

Progress Evaluation:

• Monitoring client progress.
• Adjusting treatment plans as needed.

Business Practices:

• Starting and running a massage therapy business.
• Marketing, networking, and client retention strategies.

Legal Considerations:

• Understanding insurance, liability, and licensing requirements.

Professional Development:

• Continuing education, certifications, and staying current in the field.
• Self-care for practitioners.

Supervised Clinical Hours:

• Hands-on experience in a clinical setting.
• Providing massage therapy to a variety of clients under supervision.

Case Studies:

• Documenting and analyzing cases.
• Group discussions and feedback.

• Use of massage and heating devices for musculoskeletal system problems.
• Use of massage and heating devices for neuralgia.
• Use of massage and heating devices for stress and insomnia.
• Use of massage and heating devices to target biologically active points.

• Written Examination: Testing knowledge of anatomy, physiology, techniques, and ethics.
• Practical Examination: Demonstrating proficiency in massage techniques.
• Portfolio Submission: Compilation of case studies, client feedback, and treatment plans.