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Deep Tissue Massage I


For qualified massage practitioners (level 3 AP&P and bodywork minimum)
For the full Deep Tissue Massage course, the practical element of the course needs to be taken (next 3 day workshop currently scheduled for 11-13th August 2020). On the practical days, we will work more specifically with conditions as well as develop and practice several ways of approaching a flowing full body deep tissue massage.

The online element focuses on anatomy and pathology recap and introduces safe ergonomics and theory of techniques.

  • Anatomy Essentials,
  • Do’s and Don’ts,
  • Ergonomic Bodyuse
  • Theory of techniques

  • The importance of intention and development of sensitive touch
  • How deep tissue massage fits into an holistic approach

Theory of Deep Tissue Massage

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Deep Tissue 1 online

£49.00
 
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Course Instructor

Eva Eva Author

Introduction to Deep Tissue Massage

What is deep tissue massage?
The SCMT approach
Who this course is for, and how to get your certificate
Recommended Reading & Assignments

Anatomy Essentials

Palpation Exercises
Skeleton
Bony Landmarks: Location and Palpation

Bony landmarks useful to know
Caveats: Areas to treat with caution

Caveats are areas where particular caution is indicated.
Superficial, Intermediate and Deep Muscles: Location and Palpation

Conditions

Contraindications
Conditions where deep tissue massage is indicated

Examples of conditions, symptoms and desired outcome that benefit from deep tissue massage
Postural imbalances that benefit from deep tissue massage

Bodyuse

Table Height and adjustments
Stance
Reinforced hands
Reinforced fingers
Fists and knuckles
Soft and hard forearm
Elbow

Techniques

Soft Tissue Release (STR)
Trigger Point Technique
Direct Myofascial Release
Working with gloves
Other techniques

Deep Tissue II: Practical Days

Preview and Venue
Preparation

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