MASST 138 Deep Tissue Massage Theory

Explores deep tissue massage techniques integrating hydrotherapy to alleviate muscle tension, manage chronic pain, and enhance mobility. Students focus on proper body mechanics, client assessment, postural and gait analysis. With the study of indications, contraindications and conditions students develop skills to deliver a safe deep tissue massage.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Successful completion of Swedish Massage Theory (MASST 101) and Swedish Massage Practice (MASST 103)

Corequisite

Deep Tissue Massage Theory is taken concurrently with Deep Tissue Massage Practice (MASST 140)