MTX 1030 - Myofascial Massage

Clock Hours: 15

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Course Description:
This course is designed for the student to learn the subtle working of myofascial massage, and will learn how to feel for fascial restrictions through palpation and fascial manipulation.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Understand the muscle and fascial connections, and how the fascia can be gently manipulated so that the structures encased in it can move more freely for restored movement.

Define what myofascial work is.
Explain the difference between fascia and myofascial.
Explain the difference between myofascial release and massage.
Explain and experience what myofascial massage feels like.
Explain how to loosen tight fascia.
Explain and show what myofascial work (myofascial release) can treat.
Demonstrate the ability to perform myofascial work on different areas of the body to include: back, arms, legs, and chest.