HLTH3851 - Sports Massage
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Delivery Options
In-person (Oahu)
Kapiolani Community College - CECS
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Course Description
This course teaches the student to adapt their basic massage techniques to pre- and post- event needs of competitive athletes and people engaging in recreational sports activities.Learner Outcomes
- Comprehend and be knowledgeable in functional anatomy, kinesiology, exercise physiology and pathology as it relates to Sports Massage.
- Describe the general theory and concepts of Sports Massage techniques including: pre-event, inter-competition, preventative/maintenance, and curative methods.
- Demonstrate understanding of the benefits of Sports Massage as well as be able to identify sports injuries and contraindications.
- Demonstrate application of various Sports Massage techniques including stretching and joint mobilization.
Notes
If you are a student with a documented disability and have not voluntarily disclosed the nature of your disability, we may coordinate the accommodations you need. In that case, you are invited to contact the Disability Support Services Office (DSSO) in 'Ilima 107, ph. (808)734-9552, or email kapdss@hawaii.edu for assistance. For students whose primary disability is Deaf or hard of hearing, contact the Kapi'olani Community College Deaf Center, ph. (808)734-9891 / (808)447-3141(VP) or email jfried@hawaii.edu .
Prerequisites
Current student in the KCC Massage Therapy program; or program director's approval.Loading...
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