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Study Course Description

Segment Massage

Main Study Course Information

Course Code
LF_343
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine; Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Medical Services
LQF
Level 5
Study Type And Form
Full-Time

Study Course Implementer

Course Supervisor
Structure Unit Manager
Structural Unit
RSU Liepāja Branch
Contacts

Liepāja, Riņķu Street 24/26, lf@rsu.lv, +371 63442118, +371 63442119, +371 63484632

About Study Course

Objective

To acquire knowledge and develop understanding of the practical application of special types of massage: Segment massage.

Preliminary Knowledge

Human anatomy, physiology, pathological physiology, classical massage.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

1.As a result of learning about special massages students will know the basic techniques and indications of segment massage.

Skills

1.As a result of learning about special massages, students will be able to use the basic techniques and application technique and methodology of segment massage. To equip a massage salon and use the substances used in the massage according to the chosen type of massage.

Competences

1.The student will be able to use the acquired theoretical and practical knowledge in professional activities.

Assessment

Individual work

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Individual work

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Attendance of lectures and practical classes, preparation for examination according to the content of the study course; preparation for the final examination of the study course; individual and group work; work with study materials, study literature (research, analysis); drawing up of practical work results; performance of specific tasks; preparation of presentations; attending consultations on the content of the study course.

Examination

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Examination

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Testing of knowledge in the form of a short test during each practical class. Review and assessment of students’ independent work. Final test of knowledge at the end of the study course.

Study Course Theme Plan

FULL-TIME
Part 1
  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

The concept of segment massage. The purpose and rationale of segment massage. The techniques of segment massage and combinations thereof.
  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

The concept of segment massage. The purpose and rationale of segment massage. The techniques of segment massage and combinations thereof.
  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

The principles of determining the areas to be massaged and of sequence of massage thereof. The conditions of segment massage. Indications and contraindications of segment massage.
  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

The principles of determining the areas to be massaged and of sequence of massage thereof. The conditions of segment massage. Indications and contraindications of segment massage.
  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

The techniques of segment massage and combinations thereof. The principles of determining the areas to be massaged and of sequence of massage thereof.
  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

The techniques of segment massage and combinations thereof. The principles of determining the areas to be massaged and of sequence of massage thereof.
  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

The techniques of segment massage and combinations thereof. The principles of determining the areas to be massaged and of sequence of massage thereof.
  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

The techniques of segment massage and combinations thereof. The principles of determining the areas to be massaged and of sequence of massage thereof.
  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Segment massage for all age groups. Application of segment massage in case of diseases.
  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Auditorium
2

Topics

Segment massage for all age groups. Application of segment massage in case of diseases.
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
20 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)

Bibliography

Required Reading

1.

Zeidlers I. 2017. Ārstnieciskā masāža. R.: Avots

2.

Zeidlers I. 2017. Ārstnieciskā masāža : kā apgūt un izmantot masāžu dažādu slimību ārstēšanā. Rīga : Avots.

Additional Reading

1.

Brauna D.V., Vaita S. Aromterapija, masāža un refleksoloģija. Rīga : Zvaigzne, 2009. - 224 lpp.

2.

Drake R.L., Vogl W., Mitchell A.W. M. Gray: s Anatomy for Students. 4th Edition, 2020, 1132 pages. ISBN: 10044069522

3.

Hanne Marquardt. 2017. Reflexotherapy of the feet. Stuttgart; New York: Thieme