MASTER YOUR ABILITIES
PROGRAM
OVERVIEW
MARCH 29 2017
250 TOTAL HOURS
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972-991-9293 ext.8
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This 250hr Master Massage Program is designed for Licensed Massage Therapists wishing to broaden their knowledge, advance their practice and pursue highly advanced training in:
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Medical Massage Therapies
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Sports & Rehabilitation Massage Therapies
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Eastern Modality Massage Therapies
The program starts on March 29 and enrollment is NOW OPEN!
GO HERE for the enrollment agreement, then call 972-991-9293 ext. 8 and schedule a time to come in, take a tour and sign up.
Please call us if you need any further information or have any questions.
INSTRUCTORS
~TERM 1~
MEDICAL
MASSAGE
MMT.T100 - The Art of Palpation
Palpation skills for massage therapists is learning to use touch to identify the various soft tissue structures of the body and the condition of those tissues. What you learn from touching is used to assess the somatic responses of the body and for making treatment decisions. Through palpation, soft tissue such as ligaments, muscles, tendons, joint capsules and other body parts can be identified.
Hours: 6
MMT.T101 - NeuroMuscular Therapy
This Advanced NeuroMuscular Therapy course includes MyoNeural System overviews, PNF/MET, NeuroMuscular Facilitation, GTO/Stretch Response Manipulation, Active/Resisted Release and Adverse Fiber Orientation Stretching. Participants of this course learn about the anatomical and physiological mechanisms behind each technique, protocols for each technique, when these techniques can be used and contraindications of which to be aware.
Hours: 30
MMT.T102 - Manual Lymphatic Drainage / Oncology Massage
Manual lymphatic drainage techniques use very light pressure strokes delivered in specific sequences to stimulate lymphatic vessels and improve lymphatic uptake and flow based on Dr. Emil Vodder teachings. Participants will learn the palpation skills and foundational strokes required to perform manual lymph drainage. Basic knowledge of lymphatic system anatomy, physiology, and factors that regulate interstitial fluid volume for the overall health of the lymphatic system. Navigation through how to apply this technique with Oncology clients, pre/post surgical clients and more.
Hours: 24
MMT.T103 - CranioSacral Therapy
CranioSacral Therapy is a gentle, noninvasive method of evaluating and enhancing the function of a physiological body system called the CranioSacral System. This manual therapy enhances the body’s natural healing processes and has proven effective in treating a wide range of physiological problems associated with pain and dysfunction. CranioSacral therapy is a specific technique that affects the dural membrane of the nervous system. The dural tissue, when stressed, can create a myriad of pain patterns throughout the body. This course is an overview of the technique, which includes the anatomy, biomechanics and simple hands-on techniques that affect the CranioSacral system.
*Please note that we will be feeling very subtle rhythms in the body. Being well rested and hydrated are recommended for best results at least 24 hours prior to class.
Hours: 30
MMT.T104 - Special Populations & Medical Massage Nexus
In the course we will navigate through any special populations that my be presented in your daily practice, by taking what has been learned in Term 1. Examples of this special population could be Geriatric clients, Post-surgical, Mental Disorders and Pregnancy.
Hours: 6
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SPORTS &
REHABILITATIVE
MASSAGE
MMT.T200 -Myofascial Release
This intensive course will focus upon in depth – the Myofascial System overview, assessment of postural dysfunctions, freehand assessments with landmarks, fascial lines, direction of strokes, sculpting and cross fiber techniques.
Hours: 30 hours
MMT.T201 - Trigger Point Therapy
Locations of trigger points and their corresponding referral areas are a major focus of this course, as well as, techniques to diminish trigger point activity. Hands-on time is a part of the course so that participants can have a better understanding of what it is like to give and receive trigger point therapy. This is an excellent course for those looking to advance their potential to help their clients.
Hours: 30
MMT.T202 - Joint Modilizations and ROM
Joint mobilization is a manual therapy intervention, a type of passive movement of a skeletal joint. It is usually aimed at a 'target' synovial joint with the aim of achieving a therapeutic effect. When applied to the spine, it is known as spinal mobilization.
Hours: 6
MMT.T203 - Chair Massage
Chair massage is one of the more popular modalities in massage as it offers many benefits to both the therapist and their clients. Massage therapists can offer on-site chair massages in offices, at seminars, conventions, schools, special events, sporting events, farmer’s markets…anywhere they can set up their massage chair. It is one of the most affordable and mobile ways to help people reduce stress and relieve tension
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Hours: 6
MMT.T204 - Sports & Rehab Massage Applied to Special Populations
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Hours: 6
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EASTERN
MODALITIES
MMT.T300 - Reflexology
Reflexology is an extremely effective form of massage, relating to the ‘reflex points’ on the sole of the foot. These points correspond to the organs and systems in the body, and are linked to those organs through ‘energy channels’, ‘zones’ or ‘meridians’. When illness or imbalance occurs, the corresponding ‘energy channels’ become blocked. Reflexology Massage aims to remove these blocks, thus allowing the energy to flow freely again.
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Hours: 12
MMT.T301 - Thai/Shiatsu Fusion
Fusion Thai Massage is a combination of yoga stretching, acupressure, exercise movement, reflexology and Shiatsu techniques.
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Hours: 18
MMT.T302 -Gua Sha
"Guasha" which means "scraping". Originating from prehistoric times and still practiced by some indigenous peoples, Guasha found its way into the mainstream of Chinese Traditional Medicine.
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therapist starts "scraping" the area with a "scraper" (an specially designed instrument of jade or horn). Very soon the skin becomes red. The amazing thing is, that on places where disorders are hidden, red spots appear IN the skin (not ON the skin) comparable to hemorrhage. Because the scraping is on the oily skin the patient will hardly feel pain - neither during nor after the treatment - the skin will not be damaged, and the red spots will fully disappear within 3 to 7 days.
The spectacular results of Guasha are achieved because of its simultaneous effects on the skin, the subcutis, the connective tissue, the lymph system, the meridians, the periost, the muscles, the blood vessels, the nerves, the brain and the immune system and through them on the various functions, systems and organs of the entire body.
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Hours: 6
MMT.T303 - Ayurvedic Therapies
Students acquire a thorough understanding of the principles and practices of Ayurvedic diet and lifestyle,
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Hours: 16
MMT.T304 - Polarity Therapy
Polarity Therapy is a unique wellness practice that involves touch. It was developed by Dr. Randolph Stone, (1889-1981), an Osteopathic physician and Chiropractor with a passion for natural healing. Unlike massage or physical therapy, whose purpose is relaxation, or re-educating the body to align with gravity, the purpose of Polarity Therapy is personal transformation. It is realigning the body to be in harmony with the soul. This somatic therapy enables you to look at what you’re carrying in your body as a blueprint for your life. It’s said your body is a reflection of your thoughts, your beliefs, your emotions and experience. Polarity Therapy is a chance to release your buried treasures… to open up the obstructions, the blockages, the pain, the difficulties, the distortions in the body. (taken from http://www.polaritytherapy.org/polarity-therapy/)
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Hours: 24
MMT.T305 - Eastern Modalities Applied to Special Populations
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Hours: 6
MASTER
YOUR FUTURE
CONTACT
Tel: (972) 991-9293
17084 Dallas Parkway
Dallas, TX 75248