Theory of Therapeutic Massage

For Massage Practitioners wanting to understand the legal, professional & ethical framework to practise effectively within the New Zealand industry.

Benefits

Know The Rules

Learn the legalities around practising Massage in NZ.
Dynamics

Find out about the dynamics between the Practitioner and Clients and how you can manage these for optimum outcomes.
Excellence

Become the best Practitioner you can by being an Informed Practitioner. Be someone who understands why they do what they do!

Course curriculum

1. Welcome!
1. Learning Outcomes - History
2. Origins of Massage
3. Eastern Traditions
4. Eastern Traditions Quiz
5. Western European
6. Western Traditions Quiz
7. European Renaissance
8. European History Quiz
9. U.K. History
10. New Zealand History
11. NZ History Quiz
12. NZ Massage Professional Bodies
13. Eastern vs Western
14. Eastern vs Western Quiz
15. Health and Disability Consumer's Rights
16. Health and Disability Commissioner Act 1994
17. Health & Disability Consumer Rights Quiz
1. Learning Outcomes - Ethics
2. Scope of Practise - Regulation vs Non Regulation
3. Scope of Practise - WSMT Certificate Level
4. Scope of Practise - WSMT Diploma Level
5. Informed Consent
6. Referrals
7. Ethics Quiz
1. Learning Outcomes - The Therapeutic Relationship
2. General Considerations
3. Safety Considerations
4. Client Needs
5. Practitioner Needs
6. Boundaries
7. Client Needs Quiz
8. Practitioner Needs Quiz
1. Learning Outcomes - Principles & Protocols
2. Pre-Session Preparation & Principles - Environmental
3. Practitioner Preparation
4. Stretching Routine
5. Pre-Session Preparation Quiz
6. Client Consultation/Intake Principles
7. Draping/Positioning/Bolstering
8. Draping/Positioning/Bolstering Quiz
9. Lubricants
10. Principles of Physical Contact
11. Massage Technique/Stroke Selection
12. Massage Technique/Stroke Selection quiz
13. Guidelines For Applying Massage to Dysfunctional Tissue
14. Post Massage Treatment Advice
15. Considerations for After The Session
16. Client Record Keeping Principles
17. Principlies & Protocols Quiz
18. Post Massage Quiz
1. Learning Outcomes - Applied Movements
2. Massage Strokes
3. Physiological Effects of Effleurage
4. Physiological Effects of Petrissage
5. Physiological Effects of Superficial Longitudinal Gliding
6. Physiological Effects of Deep Longitudinal Strokes
7. Physiological Effects of Ischaemic Compressions
8. Physiological Effects of Tapotement
9. Physiological Effects of Jostling/Shaking
10. Physiological Effects of Frictions
11. Physiological Effects of Active Tissue Release (Fascial Stripping)
12. Physiological Effects of Broad Cross Fibre
13. Physiological Effects of Muscle/Tendon Rolling (Bowen Type Moves)
14. Physiological Effects of Massage Strokes Quiz
15. How to Get a Change in Response with Massage Strokes
1. Learning Outcome - Phases of Soft Tissue Healing + Massage
2. Phases of Soft Tissue Healing + Appropriate Therapeutic Massage
3. Phases of Soft Tissue Healing Quiz
1. Learning Outcomes for the Effects of Massage on Body Systems
2. How Massage May Work On Different Body Organ Systems
3. Effects of Massage on Body Systems Quiz
1. Learning Outcome for Indications and Contraindications
2. Indications
3. Contraindications
4. Endangerment Sites for Massage
5. Cautions
6. Contraindications + Cautions Quiz
1. Learning Outcomes - Stress
2. Definition of Stress
3. Stage 1 of The Stress Response - The Alarm Reaction Stage
4. Stage 2 of the Stress Response - The Resistance Stage
5. Stage 3 of the Stress Response - The Exhaustion Stage
6. Therapeutic Massage and Stress
7. Nutritional Suggestions for Recovering from Prolonged and/or Severe Stress
8. Stress Quiz
1. Learning Outcomes - Self Care
2. Self Care - Outside the Massage Session
3. Self Care Strategies Within the Massage Session
4. Self Care Quiz
1. Learning Outcomes - Use of Therapeutic Aids in Massage
2. Ice + Cold
3. Heat
4. Manual Tools + Electro-Mechanical Devices
5. Use of Therapeutic Aids in Massage Quiz
1. Learning Outcomes - Massage + Athletes
2. Definition of Sports Massage
3. Benefits of Sports Massage
4. A Generalised Athletes Training Cycle
5. Appropriate Massage for Each Phase
6. Common Sports Injuries
7. Athlete/Practitioner Relationship
8. Self Care for Athletes
9. Massage + Athletes Quiz
1. Learning Outcomes - Special Needs
2. Pregnancy Massage
3. Pregnancy Massage Quiz
4. Massaging Elderly Clients
5. Massaging Elderly Clients Quiz
6. Massaging Physically Disabled
7. Massaging Physically Disabled Quiz
8. Terminally Ill
9. Infant Massage

About this course

$299.95
113 lessons
0 hours of video content

FAQ

Do I have to do this Course before the Certificate in Therapeutic Massage Online Course?

We highly recommend you do this course AFTER you have completed the Certificate in Therapeutic Massage Course. This course builds on some of the information you will learn in the Certificate in Therapeutic Massage Online Course.
Why do I have to do this course?

To obtain your full Certification in Therapeutic Massage and to become a more professional Pracititioner are the key reasons for completing this course.
How long do I have to complete this Course once I start?

You have 365 days to complete the course.

What Others Are Saying About This Course

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Margaret Naftel

A Comprehensive and easy to understand course, containing all the essential information for the massage newbie in NZ. Compliments and reinforces the practic...

A Comprehensive and easy to understand course, containing all the essential information for the massage newbie in NZ. Compliments and reinforces the practical classes.

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Excellent coverage of Information

Jenny McQueen

Really enjoyed this course. Easy to navigate. Great range of topics clearly written with reading and references . Can highly recommend

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Meet Your Instructor

Instructor Extraordinare Richard Rust

Richard is a dedicated individual who is passionate about helping people achieve balance and reach their full potential. As well as being the founder and senior instructor of The Wellington School of Massage Therapy he also operates his Radiant Health Centre clinic, where he assists clients of all ages in living a life with reduced pain and improved overall well-being.

Richard's professional journey began with a strong foundation in full-contact Martial Arts. During his involvement in Martial Arts he found that Massage greatly enhanced recovery. Later he discovered that some clients were not achieving the desired results through Massage alone, which led him to seek out additional training and explore various modalities to enhance his therapeutic approach.

Throughout his learning journey Richard has had the opportunity to learn from accomplished experts in their respective fields, often referred to as Masters. These interactions and mentorships have inspired him greatly, and he aspires to pass on this inspiration to others, both clients and students.

Through his dedication, continuous learning, and commitment to teaching, Richard strives to make a positive impact on the lives of those he encounters, empowering them to achieve radiant health and live their lives to the fullest.

START NOW

When you have completed your Certificate in Therapeutic Massage Course your NEXT STEP is to do this Course to complete your requirements for final Certification.

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