Sports Massage

Name: Sports Massage
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A complete course on chiromassage, complemented with a lecture about functional bandaging by Toni Bové.

Created byJordi Casalta Serrano

Last updated 4/2022

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What you'll learn

Learn the basics of chiromassage, also known as sports massage or therapeutical massage
Learn to detect injuries or pathologies to rule out massage when it can be dangerous
Learn the basics of functional bandaging to prepare athletes before a sports event

Course content

6 sections • 23 lectures • 3h 16m total length

Introduction4:01
This lecture describes the main techniques of massage and their proper application, and also the preparatory steps to warm up the muscles of our recipients to receive the massage.
Contraindications of Massage

The back - part I7:04
The easiest and most comprehensive area we can learn to move our hands on is the back, due to its amplitude.

In this lecture we will work the different movements of the nature massage technique.
The back - part II8:28
In this lecture we will continue working the back, and we will learn several techniques, such as digital kneading and drainings.
Specific maneuvers - part I10:47
In this lecture we will learn several specific techniques, such as thumb friction or knuckled frictions.
Specific maneuvers - part II10:01
This lecture continues from the previous one, and it shows more techniques, such as interspinous palmar frictions, and ulnar slapping.

Lower limbs in prone position - part I9:41
In this lesson we will learn how to explore visually our client in order to detect possible pathologies, and once discarded this condition, work the legs from toes to buttocks, in prone position.
Lower limbs in prone position - part II9:24
This lecture continues from the previous one, and completes the legs massage in prone position.
Lower limbs in supine position9:01
This lecture will teach us how to explore our client to discard bad conditions for the massage, and how to perform the legs massage in supine position.
The feet13:21
In this lecture we will learn the feet massage, one of the most appreciated techniques for its relieving properties.

Upper limbs in supine position14:28
In this lecture we will learn how to massage the upper extremities to relieve common discomforts.
Chest massage9:45
In this lecture we will learn the chest massage, which benefits the circulatory system and is recommended to treat respiratory problems.
Abdomen massage9:11
This lecture will show how the massage on the abdomen can be performed without proucing gas or discomfort.

Lower limbs precompetition7:20
Massaging before a competition is essential to stimulate the athlete. In this lesson we will learn how to convey a positive attitude to the athlete while reducing the chance of injury.
Functional bandage (feat. Toni Bové, phisiotherapist at Football Club Barcelona)8:53
Featuring Toni Bové, physiotherapist of Football Club Barcelona, this lecture will introduce us to functional bandage, a technique used since the first Olympic Games in Athens. It helps restrict movements that cause pain while permitting others.

Introducctión1:28
Discover massage for runners and how it boosts cardiovascular resilience, controls blood pressure and sugar, improves mood, and strengthens bones, while running remains affordable and accessible.
before starting the massage1:33
Set up a comfortable, adjustable stretcher with semi-reclined positioning and a head cushion, adjust pressure to the patient’s sensitivities while watching gestures to keep the massage not painful and pleasant.
Introduction to massage 48 hours before the competition. deep technique1:35
Learn how a 48-hour pre-race massage reduces muscle tone, prevents hypotonia from overtraining, and boosts blood flow for up to 50 minutes, aiding elasticity and injury prevention.
el masaje 48 horas antes de la competición. Técnica profunda29:44
The 48-hour pre-race massage uses a face-down technique with oil application, warming strokes, and movements that promote blood flow, elimination of lactic acid, and muscle relaxation.
The massage 48 hours before the competition. deep supine technique12:53
Perform a pre-race massage with oil, warming the quadriceps, tibia, knee, and ankles using deep supine technique and alternating strokes, then drain and mobilize the leg to prepare the runner.
Massage before a competition or training7:52
Perform a shallow, high-speed pre-race massage to stimulate tissues, circulation, lymphatic flow, generate heat, and reduce injury; apply rosemary oil and rub along the legs to warm and activate muscles.
massage for cramps3:54
Learn in-race relief for cramps and overworked muscles with palm-press relief, gradual pressure release, one-minute drainage, anti-inflammatory cream like rosemary or arnica, and gentle stretches to resume the race.
massage for contracted legs during the competition2:41
This lecture teaches massage for contracted legs during competition, using Palmer digital manoeuvre on the pain center, slow deep work, circular strokes, drainage, anti-inflammatory cream, and gradual reactivation with stretches.
contraindications3:48
Identify contraindications before the runes massage by interviewing the patient, and cancel or refer when circulatory problems, fever, open wounds, pregnancy, recent injuries, or recent leg surgery are present.

Requirements

No prior knowledge is needed

Description

This professional massage course brings you the opportunity to learn the chiromassage techniques, also known as sports massage or therapeutical massage, from the very basics.

It also includes an introduction to functional bandaging, a lecture by Toni Bové, physiotherapist of Football Club Barcelona.

In summary, a very complete course suitable either to newcomers to the massage, or those already initiated who want to expand their knowledge or are interested in sports massage.

Who this course is for:

Students with no prior knowledge in massaging
Professional or amateur masseurs who want to expand their training

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Course content

Introduction1 lecture • 4min

The back4 lectures • 36min

Lower limbs4 lectures • 41min

Upper body3 lectures • 33min

Preparing for competition2 lectures • 16min

specialization in massage for runners9 lectures • 1hr 5min

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