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MASG 1023 - Clinical Massage for Special Populations


Credits: 4

This course provides the study of theoretical concepts and the practice of specialized massage therapy protocol for populations of people who are vulnerable because of a physical limitation or life stage. Populations include: pre- and post-pregnancy massage, infant massage, cancer, hospice and palliative care, chronic and acute pain management, geriatric massage, chronic illness, clients with PTSD and those with disabilities. The students will focus on learning appropriate technique for the pathology, etiology, indications, contraindications, adaptations, and emotional/psychological considerations from both the Western and Asian body of knowledge. Students will learn to design a treatment and care plan based on the specific needs required.

Prerequisite(s) (must have a grade of C or better): MASG 1001 , MASG 2102 , BIOL 1102 , and BIOL 1104 
Prerequisite(s) (must have a grade of C or better) or Corequisite(s): MASG 1020  and MASG 1021 



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