CONDITIONS OF THE CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM FOR MASSAGE THERAPISTS

Course overview

This course is a review of the diseases of the heart, blood, and blood vessels. It also includes a review of the function of pulmonary circulation, including the oxygenation of blood. Given the significant impact of massage therapy on the circulatory processes of the body this course is a useful source of information for the massage therapist. Educational Objectives Upon completion of this home study continuing education course, the massage practitioner should be able to: List three different types of anemia. Define hemophilia. Define hypertension. Identify the difference between a heart attack and heart failure.