Massage Theory

Basic Swedish Massage
Swedish Massage
Summary of Strokes- (Chart form) Swedish massage strokes including effleurage, petrissage, friction,
tapotement, vibration, Swedish gymnastics. Purpose/Uses, Mechanical effect,
reflexive effect, Contraindications.

Effleurage Defined
Effleurage Effects

Glossary of Terms related to Swedish Massage.
Contraindications for Swedish Massage -
By systems    By area of body
Endangerments for Swedish Massage
Swedish Massage sample test questions
Pathology for Massage Therapists

Test questions
Massage Theory

Final Exam
   Part 1

   Part 2

test 3

Deep Tissue Massage

Theories and Concepts of Deep Tissue Massage

Applications of Deep Tissue Massage

Qualities, Intention and Purpose of Deep Bodywork

Qualities of a being of finding a
Good Deep Tissue Therapist

Guidelines for Giving Deep Tissue Bodywork
Guidelines for Receiving Deep Tissue Bodywork
Should Deep Tissue Massage Hurt?
Engaging Clients
Triggerpoint Therapy

Deep Tissue Resources

Sports Massage
Physiology of Fitness

Aerobic Training

Strength

Endurance

Flexibility

Basic Sports Massage Strokes
Pre Event Guidelines
Post Event Guidelines
Massage during Training Guidelines
Stress Areas of Specific Sports

Pregnancy Massage
Benefits of Pregnancy Massage
Contraindications for Pregnancy Massage

Physiological Changes of Pregnancy and Bodywork Suggestions
Trimester Information
Pregnancy Articles Online:

Pregnancy Massage Training/Classes

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