Soft Tissue Manual Therapy

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture | 3 hrs Lab) Students explore the theoretical basis and technical application of soft tissue manual therapy. The course examines the basic components of joint mobilization, massage including pre and post event, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, soft tissue release, strain/counterstrain, instrument assisted and muscle energy techniques. Restrictions: Students may not hold credit for this course and KIN-3503. Requisite Courses: KIN-2301 and KIN-2202, with a minimum grade of B, or permission of the instructor [prerequisite(s)].