Level 3 Diploma in Equine Sports & Rehabilitation Massage
A fully accredited & comprehensive course, delivering an innovative approach to allow students to graduate as effective Equine Sports & Rehabilitation Massage Therapists.
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Course Syllabus
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1. An Introduction to Massage
2. Anatomical Terms & Directions
3. The Skeletal System
Assessment - The Skeletal System
Assessment - Bones & Anatomical Directions
Assessment - Joints
4. Ligaments & Tendons
Assessment - Ligaments
5. Muscle Structure & Composition
Assessment - Muscle Composition
1. The Nervous System
Assessment - The Nervous System
2. The Digestive System
Assessment - The Gastrointestinal System
3. The Respiratory System
Assessment - The Respiratory System
4. The Cardiovascular System
Assessment - The Cardiovascular System
5. The Lymphatic System
Assessment - The Lymphatic System
6. The Endocrine System
Assessment - The Endocrine System
7. The Integumentary System
Assessment - The Integumentary system
8. The Genitourinary System
Assessment - The Genitourinary System
1. Superficial Muscles
Assessment - Superficial Muscles
2. Deep Muscles
Assessment - Deep Muscles
3. Trigger Points
4. Fascia
Assessment - Trigger Points & Fascia
Assignment - The Functions of Fascia
5. Kinesiology & Stay Apparatus
Assessment - Kinesiology
Assignment - Kinesiology.
1. Contraindications to Massage
2. Benefits & Effects of Massage
3. Massage Techniques
4. Therapist Posture
5. Massage Treatment Routines
Laying on of hands
Beating
Hacking
Cupping
Clapping
Friction fingertips
Friction thumb
Shaking
Vibration
Skin rolling
Wringing
Picking up
Muscle squeezing
Compression fists
Compression
Double thumb kneading
Effleurage
Stroking
Assessment - Massage Treatments & Techniques
Assignment - Massage Treatments and Techniques.
1. Conformation
2. Gait Patterns & Footfalls
3. Initial Observations & Treatment Routine
Assessment - Observations & Gait Analysis
4. Discipline Specific Issues
5. Muscle Problems & Injuries
6. Stretching
Module Assignment Questions.