Activity Overview:
Delve into the specialized realm of sports massage with the Sports Massage Therapy course, led by esteemed instructor Robert “Bob” McAtee. This course offers an in-depth exploration of techniques and strategies to manage and treat common soft tissue injuries affecting both the upper and lower extremities. Designed for massage therapists, physiotherapists, athletic trainers, and other manual therapy professionals, this program combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications to provide a comprehensive understanding of sports-related injury care.
Key topics covered include:
- Anatomy and Physiology: Detailed exploration of muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints in both upper and lower body regions.
- Sports Massage Techniques: Mastery of modalities such as deep tissue massage, myofascial release, and trigger point therapy tailored to various body parts.
- Injury Recognition and Management: Identification and understanding of common injuries like chronic ankle sprains, Achilles tendonitis, shoulder impingements, and rotator cuff strains, with strategies for effective intervention.
- Performance Enhancement: Application of massage techniques to improve flexibility, reduce muscle tension, and optimize athletic performance.
- Rehabilitation and Prevention: Integration of sports massage into injury rehabilitation programs and development of preventive care plans.
Target Audience: Athletic Trainers
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of the educational activity, participants should be able to:
- Develop proficiency in sports massage techniques applicable to both upper and lower body regions.
- Understand the anatomy and physiology of major muscle groups and connective tissues.
- Identify and assess common soft tissue injuries in athletes.
- Apply appropriate massage interventions to enhance performance and expedite recovery.
- Integrate sports massage into comprehensive treatment plans for injury prevention and rehabilitation.
Neil Asher, Natural Alternative Therapies BOC Provider #: P12148 is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers (ATs). This program is eligible for a maximum of 14.0 Category A hours/CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.
Instructor: Bob McAtee, LMT, BCTMB
Disclosure statement: N/A
CEUs: 14
Price: 99.95
No Refunds
