MASS 1900 - Pathology for Massage Therapy

3 Credits

This course is designed to teach the study of deviations from normal anatomy and physiology. Students will review normal anatomy and physiology of each major body system and then move on to explore common pathologies related to that system. Students will examine injury and disease related conditions most likely to be encountered in a massage therapy practice. Special attention is given to signs and symptoms, indications and contraindications of manual treatment methods, as well as instruction related to skin, neuromuscular and soft tissue conditions. Basic exploration of pharmacology with an emphasis on indications and contraindications for massage therapy will occur. 3C/1/2/0

Prerequisite(s): HLTH 1421