MTH 137 - Anatomy & Physiology for Massage Therapy I

Class: 2 Credits: 2
This course will cover anatomy and physiology of the human body, and the effect of massage on particular systems and on the body as a whole. Emphasis is placed on the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems, including common pathologies of the systems and indications and contraindications for massage.

Prerequisite(s): Take MTH 120.

Course Topics:

Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology of the following systems:
- Skeletal
- Muscular
- Fascial
- Nervous
- Integumentary
Evidence-based indications and contraindications for massage relative to these systems
Palpation and identification of major skeletal muscles of the upper body, including origin, insertion, and action
Massage effects related to the above system and to the body as a whole

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn Web site

Required Materials:
None

Grading System:
A grade of “C” or higher is required to continue in the associate degree program.

A 90 - 100
B 80 - 89
C 70 - 79
D 60 - 69
F 0 - 59

Student Learning Outcomes:

Discuss the fundamentals of human anatomy and physiology related to the integumentary, fascial, musculoskeletal and nervous systems of the body.
Identify common pathologies of these systems and discuss the implications for massage of any related contraindications.
Discuss indications for massage related to skin, joint, and neuromuscular health; discuss current theories of pain and the effects of massage on pain.
Locate and palpate major skeletal muscles of the upper body, identifying the muscle origin, insertion and action.

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Official Course Syllabus
2022-2023