Theory & Practice of Massage

Historical developments and definitions relating to massage, Preparation for massage – patients, therapist, environment; Classification of massage manipulations, Individual massage manipulations, Techniques applied for: Upper and lower limbs, back, neck, face, Technique specific for: Scars, Ulcers, Oedema, Soft tissue injuries, Postural drainage of pulmonary secretion, Bandaging – types, uses and different methods of application with emphasis on application of bandage for control of Oedema and support.