Performance Sports Massage

Course overview

Performance Sports Massage 6 hour Ceu for Massage Therapists (Florida) Introduction: This intensive class for the Massage Therapist is utilized to gain an understanding of the serious athlete. Performance Sports Massage increases blood flow, increases flexibility, aids in the recovery and improves strength for the athlete. Objective: To facilitate the athlete’s performance and recovery. How to utilize knowledge from multiple techniques. Pre and Post event massage effects circulation, endurance, flexibility and muscle soreness. The massage therapists will learn what can be treated within the scope of practice for Sports Injuries. Specific injuries will be addressed and what treatment is best. Treatments will include PNF, exercise techniques, cross fiber friction, myofascial release, hot stone (intro only-not hands on), deep tissue, sports massage, stretching and trigger point therapy. Therapist will learn general terminology associated with sports injuries. Included in course: Workbook and a multiple choice test.