TMSG 1020 — - Swedish Massage
Students will learn the five standard Swedish massage strokes, as well as complementary strokes commonly used in Swedish massage. Through demonstration and practice, the students are able to perform a full-body Swedish massage in one hour. The theoretical principles of research including scientific study of professional touch is discussed. The indications, contraindications, limitations and physiological effects of these techniques are described. Introduction to documentation is provided. Students are instructed in the scope of practice, creating professional boundaries, the therapeutic relationship, approaches to care, working with hospital based clients, proper draping methods, personal and client hygiene, obtaining a medical history, proper body mechanics, basic exercises for personal care, basic first aid, and OSHA regulations to provide a safe and nurturing practice environment. Lecture: 3 hours, Lab: 4 hours Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2201 and RHAB 1020 (may be taken concurrently) 2026-04-03 11:43:06 648 Therapeutic Massage (TMSG)