Anatomy, Physiology and Massage
ITEC Diploma in Anatomy, Physiology and Massage (Holistic Massage)
Course Details:
- Four major and four minor systems:
- Muscular, Neurological, Skeletal, Vascular, Digestive, Genito-Urinary, Respiratory and Endocrine
- Study and functions of the skin and common skin diseases
- Cells - Structure and functions
- The history, theory and philosophy of body massage
- Contra-indications to massage
- An introduction to the other natural therapies
- Mechanical massage - theory as per text book
Massage
Definition - the manipulation of soft tissue for therapeutic purposes:
Six classical massage movements - therpeutic value of each.
- Effleurage, Petrissage, Tapotement, Hacking, Cupping and Kneading (including wringing and skin rolling) Friction
- Client care and modesty - towel draping
- Massage medium - oil and talcum powder
- How to set up a practice
- Home visiting
- Record keeping
- Taking case histories
Cost of this course €1550
Next Course date: Feb 2013 (Monday ) one evening per week with exams in Sept 2013
Remember if you have already taken any course at Face-it Studio, you will receive a 10% discount on any other course booked.
