Therapeutic Massage for Special Populations
Southern Union State Community College
In this course, students learn to adapt massage sessions to the needs of special populations such as pregnant women, infants, elderly, and the terminally ill. Topics include technique variations, length of session, contraindications, cautions, considerations for survivors of abuse, and possible benefits. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to discuss and demonstrate techniques for performing therapeutic massage for special populations.
Credits
2 credits
Course Code
MSG 201
Prerequisites, corequisites, and courses that build on this one
Prerequisites
Complete these courses before enrolling
- MSG 1052 credits
Therapeutic Massage Supervised Clinical I
- BIO 2024 credits
Human Anatomy and Physiology II
- ASC 2033 credits
Commercial Refrigeration
- MSG 2001 credits
Business and Marketing Plans
- CHD 2043 credits
Methods and Materials for Teaching Young Children
- ADM 2053 credits
Advanced Molding
- CHD 2063 credits
Children's Health and Safety