SPORTS MASSAGE DIPLOMA COURSE

SPORTS MASSAGE

DIPLOMA COURSE

SPORTS MASSAGE DIPLOMA COURSE

AIM OF COURSE To enable candidates to perform safe and effective Sports Massage Treatments and obtain a diploma approved by BABTAC.

ENTRY LEVEL A recognised Body Therapy qualification, or a minimum CIBTAC Anatomy & Physiology and Massage Diploma or equivalent.

SUBJECTS TO BE STUDIED Generic Areas of Study

G 2 Health & Hygiene

G 3 Skin Structure and Function

G 4 Skin Disease

G 7 Business Studies

G 8 Salon Procedures

G 9 Nutrition

Other Subjects: Body Massage Revision

Anatomy & Physiology Revision Theory of Sports Injuries

Theory of Sports Massage Theory of I.C.E.R.

Theory of Heat

Theory of Exercise for Sports Massage Theory of Nutrition for Sports

Client Care and Consultation Sports Massage Practical Work Aftercare / Homecare

MINIMUM TRAINING REQUIREMENTS – 100 Hours

This must include a minimum of 80 hours contact (50% of which must be spent working within a commercial salon environment) and 20 hours

additional study.

EXAMINATIONS The dates will be issued annually by the examining body.

THEORY 30 minutes multiple choice questions.

PRACTICAL 45 minutes.

EXAM FEE To be issued annually by the Examination board.

This CIBTAC Diploma will enable recipients to become specialist members of BABTAC and obtain insurance cover.

This could be covered over a flexible time basis enabling many part-time students to qualify who would not be able to attend college on a full time basis.

SPORTS MASSAGE PAPER

APPROX GUIDE BREAKDOWN TO MCQ QUESTIONS

Time Allowed: 30 Minutes

Number of Questions: 25

Number of Marks: 38

Generic Areas of Study 18%

SPORTS MASSAGE

The student will be able to:

* Perform a full body Swedish massage

* List and explain the contra-indications to body massage

* List and explain the reasons for and benefits to body massage * State the five classical massage movements, to include:

- Effleurage - Petrissage - Tapotement - Frictions - Vibrations

* State the effects and uses of the above massage movements

* Explain the effects of massage on all the systems of the body, to include: - The physiological effects

- The psychological effects

anatomy and physiology revision The student will be able to:

* Show a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of all the systems of the body and understand how they can be affected by the Massage treatment.

theory of sports injuries The student will be able to:

* Understand the changes soft tissue goes through when it has been injured and why, to include: - Inflammation - Pain - Swelling - Discolouration - Heat

- Loss of use / function

* Understand how soft tissue heals after injury

* Recognise and explain the following soft tissue injuries: - Abrasions

- Blisters - Bursitis

- Contusion

- Cuts and lacerations - Partial tears

- Sprain - Strain - Tendonitis

* Recognise and describe the following fractures and dislocations: - Simple fracture - Comminuted fracture - Open fracture - Closed fracture - Complicated fracture - Spiral fracture - Stress fracture - Greenstick fracture

- Compression / Depressed fracture - Dislocation - Luxation

- Subluxation

* Recognise and explain the differences between a stable, an unstable and an impacted injury

* Understand why different sports tend to generally attract specific injuries. * Show knowledge of the most common injuries to the following common

sporting activities: - Aerobics - Archery

- Athletics and field events - Badminton

- Ballet dancing - Baseball / soft ball

- Basket ball/ Handball/ Volleyball - Boxing - Canoeing/ Kayaking - Climbing - Cycling - Diving - Football - Golf - Gymnastics - Hockey - Ice skating - Jogging - Judo - Karate

- Long distance runners - Pilates

- Racket sport players - Rugby

- Skiing - Shooting - Sprinters

- Squash / Racquetball - Swimming - Step aerobics - Tennis - Trampolining - Water-skiing - Weight lifting - Wind surfing - Yoga

* Recognise and be able to explain the main symptoms and prognosis for the following conditions:

- Achilles Tendonitis - Ankle sprains

- Chondromalacia Patella

- Frozen shoulder (Shoulder impingement problems) - Golfers Elbow

- Mytosis Ossificans

- Osgood Schlatter’s Disease - Runners knee

- Ruptured Achilles Tendon

- Subscapular Tendon inflammation - Tennis Elbow

theory of sports massage The student will be able to:

* Understand the concept of Sports Massage and recognise that it is not restricted to sports related injuries, but any soft tissue problem that does not contra-indicate massage

* Understand the theory of specific Sports Massage movements, to include: - Neuro-Muscular Technique

- Strain Counterstrain - Muscle Energy Technique - Connective Tissue Manipulation - Squeezing

- Frictions - Stretching

(Alternative movements may be used, or alternative names may be used for the movements, but, the student is not just to show a deep Swedish Massage)

* Explain how each of the above movements should be done and why

* Understand when each movement should be used on a soft tissue problem / injury and for how long

* Formulate a treatment plan for one 30 minute treatment session and subsequent follow on appointments, that meet the needs established in the consultation

* Explain the differences between and benefits of Pre-event and Post-event massage

theory of i.c.e.r

The student will be able to:

* Explain the contra-indications, method of use and benefits of: - Ice

- Compression bandaging - Elevation

- Rest theory of heat

The student will be able to:

* Explain the contra-indications, method of use and benefits of: - Infra Red

- Paraffin Wax - Steam

- Sauna

* Explain Contrast Bathing, to include:

- Understand at which stage of the recovery contrast bathing would be used - The recommended temperatures of the baths

- The frequency of the treatment and how long each specific application should last

- The benefits of contrast bathing theory of exercise for sports massage

The student will be able to:

* Understand the importance of stretching injured tissue

* Explain and compare the following types of exercise and give examples: - Passive exercise (non mechanical)

- Active exercise - Resistive exercise

* Describe the following component of an Active exercise programme: - Warm up - Mobilisation - Stretch - Strengthen - Aerobic - Cool down

theory of nutrition for sports massage The student will be able to:

* Understand the 7 elements that form a balanced diet

- % of Carbohydrate - % of Protein

- % of Fat

* Understand the importance of the following nutrients to a sports person: - Carbohydrates - Protein - Fat - Vitamins - Minerals - Roughage - Water

* Understand the significance of fluid intake and maintaining fluid levels

* Understand the different types of drinks that may be taken and how they affect the body, to include:

- Water

- Sports drinks - Fizzy drinks - Energy drinks

* Understand how the dietary requirements change according to the different sporting discipline being followed

client care and consultation The student will be able to:

* Demonstrate safe, hygienic and effective preparation of the treatment room, trolley, couch or chair and any equipment being used

* Demonstrate safe, hygienic and effective preparation of the client for the treatment, to include

- Privacy for the client to change if necessary - Positioning of the client on the chair or couch - Support for the client’s body

- Coverings to keep the client warm

- Suitable methods to clean the area to be treated with antiseptic * Demonstrate and ensure continued: - Standards of hygiene, client comfort,

privacy, warmth etc.

* Examine and analyse the client using the following methods to find out about the injury:

- Make a visual check for bruising and swelling and compare to the corresponding healthy area of the body i.e. If the left calf is injured, compare it to the right calf

- Feel the temperature of the problem / injured area

- Palpate the area to ascertain the condition of the soft tissue - Ask the client to perform active movements using the area to establish the current level of use, the range of movement, the strength and how much pain is caused by movement

- Continually compare the injured area to the corresponding healthy part of the body

* Obtain and document information from the client, to include all the normal consultation information and specifically:

- Medical history

- Current medication being taken - Contra-indications

- Reason for treatment - Details of injury / problem

* Recognise contra-indications that restrict or prohibit treatment and know how to act accordingly

* Understand referral procedures and how to carry them out, to include: - Referring the client to the medical profession

- Referring the client to a different therapist - Accepting a client who has been referred to you sports massage practical work

The student will be able to:

* Perform a suitable 30 minute treatment based on the information gained in the examination and consultation, to include:

- When the injury occurred and if it is necessary to follow the I.C.E.R Principle

- If it is of benefit to perform a heat treatment and if so which one - Which massage movements should be used, for how long and in which order

aftercare / homecare

The student will be able to:

* Place the client in a comfortable position

* Understand and recommend the appropriate aftercare/ homecare advice following the treatment, to include:

- Any action the client needs to be taking at home i.e. Contrast bathing and how often

- If any bandaging or tubigrip is to be worn, when and for how long - If the area is to be rested and elevated and how often it should be used

- The details of specific exercises or activities to be performed, and how often

(This may be done in conjunction with the sports coach) - Possible alternative treatments

- Treatment plan for follow up treatments

* Explain to the client how the area may feel following a treatment and how long this might last

BODY MASSAGE REVISION A general revision of: Massage

Contra-indications to massage Reasons for massage

Five classical movements, their effects and uses: Effleurage

Petrisage Friction Vibration Tapotement

Effects of massage on the different systems of the body Psychological and physiological effects of massage ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY REVISION

A general revision of the function of all systems affected by massage with particular reference to:

Muscular System Nervous System

Skeletal System Elimination System

Blood / Circulation Skin

Lymphatic System

theory of sports injuries Common soft tissue injuries Common fractures & dislocations Common injuries to specific sports theory of sports massage

A thorough working knowledge of body massage plus: Neuro Muscular Technique

Strain Counterstrain Muscle Energy Testing

Connective Tissue Manipulation Stretching

Pre Event / Post Event

Different /alternative massage movements can be used, but they must show variation and more specialisation that Swedish Massage.

theory of i.c.e.r.

The contra-indications, uses and benefits of: Ice

Compression bandaging Elevation

theory of heat

The contra-indications, uses and benefits of: Infra Red

Paraffin Wax

The contra-indications and benefits of: Steam

Sauna

theory of exercise for sports massage Passive exercise (non mechanical) Active exercise – Warm up

Mobilisation Stretch Strengthen Aerobic Warm down

theory of nutrition for sports massage Particular needs for particular sports. client care and consultation

Preparation of the treatment room and couch/chair Ensure client’s comfort, privacy, warmth, etc.

Obtaining information to include medical history, present medication, reason for treatment, noting and acting upon any apparent contra-indications.

sports massage practical work Observation and assessment of injury I.C.E.R. if injury under 24 hours old Pre-heating treatments

Manual massage movements used Recommended exercises

aftercare / homecare

Advice to client after treatment to cover: Contra-indications

SPORTS MASSAGE PRACTICAL EXAMINATION Time allowed 45 minutes

guide for colleges/examiners

1. Detailed Consultation.

A consultation card must be completed by the candidates with the model at the start of the examination. A detailed record should be made of the client’s medical history, sporting hobbies and the nature of the injury. All models to be allocated by the examiner who will inform the candidate of the injury. The candidate will need to elaborate giving further detail of that injury

2. Preparation of the working area.

The candidate is responsible for ensuring that the working area is satisfactorily prepared prior to the treatment being undertaken.

3. Preparation and care of Client.

The candidate is responsible for the suitable preparation of the client prior to the treatment being undertaken.

4. Sports Massage Treatment

The candidate will need to recommend the appropriate treatment for a 30 minute session and carry out the treatment. The examiner will be looking for a range of advanced massage techniques suited to the injury and pre heat treatment if necessary. The treatment should conclude with the recommendation and teaching of the most appropriate exercises.

5. Aftercare and advise

The candidate should offer the client suitable aftercare following the treatment as well as advising on the follow up treatments. Progressive exercises should be given to help rehabilitation. Results / findings and aftercare recommendations should also be recorded on the clients’ card.

6. Hygiene

The candidate’s working environment and treatment techniques must maintain high standards of hygiene and negate the possibility of cross infection.

7. Personal appearance and deportment.

The candidate should present a professional image to the client and wear suitable clothes to meet this criterion.

8. Oral Questions

School / College Examined……… Date of Examination………

EXAMINERS FEEDBACK WRITTEN SPORTS MASSAGE

Average % mark

Generic

areas of

study

Treatments

General

Comments

Examiner’s Name………..

School / College Examined……… Date of Examination………

EXAMINERS FEEDBACK PRACTICAL SPORTS MASSAGE

Average % mark Consultation Preparation of working area Preparation of the Client Sports Massage Treatment Aftercare and advice to client Hygiene procedures Personal appearance & Deportment Oral questions General Comments

Examiners Name………..

PRACTICAL SPORTS MASSAGE EXAMINATION MARKING SHEET

Date of Examination: College / School:

Examiner: [* minimum mark must be achieved ]

Time Allowed:45 Minutes * * * *

CANDIDATE’S NAME (BLOCK CAPITALS) C ons ul tat ion P repar a ti on o f Wo rk in g Ar e P repar a ti on o f C lie nt S por ts M as s age T reat me nt + h eat i f A fte rc ar e and A dv ic e to C lie nt H y gi en e P roc edur es P er s ona l A pp ear a nc e, D epor tment an d A tti tu d e O ral Q ues ti ons Total % Remarks (Maximum Marks) 14 3 3 40 20 3 3 14 100

Minimum Pass Mark 8 24 12

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Group Total Average for Group Average % for the Group

Pass

60 – 74 %

Credit

75 – 84 %

SPORTS MASSAGE PAPER

APPROX GUIDE BREAKDOWN TO MCQ QUESTIONS

Time allowed: 30 Minutes

Number of Questions 25

Number of Marks 38

Generic Areas of Study 18%

INSTRUCTIONS FOR PRACTICAL SPORTS MASSAGE EXAMINERS

(* to pass the minimum mark must be achieved)

Time allowed 45 Minutes

consultation / examination * (min 8) 14marks

Medical examination 2 marks

Lifestyle / sporting areas 2 marks

Cause of Injury 2 marks

Contra-indications 2 marks

Type and severity of injury 2 marks

Treatment plan / pattern including repeat appointments 2 marks

Recording results 2 marks

preparation of working area 2 marks

Couch 1 mark

Trolley 1 mark

preparation of client 4 marks

Explanation of the treatment 2 mark

Positioning of the client 1 mark

Client modesty 1 mark

sports massage + heat treatment * (min24) 40 marks

Client Care 2 marks

Appropriate analysis and description of injury 8 marks Suitable treatment plan for session (may include heat) 10 marks Suitable massage movements performed (may include heat) 20 marks aftercare and advise to client * (min 12) 20 marks

What the client should and should not do 3 marks

How the client may feel / reactions to treatment 3 marks

Next treatment date 2 marks

Nutrition advice 4 marks

Progressive exercises for rehabilitation 8 marks

hygiene 3 marks

Washing hands before and after treatment 2 marks

Cleaning area to be treated 1 mark

personal appearance and deportment 3 marks

Personal appearance 1 mark

Deportment / Attitude 2 marks

oral questions 14 marks

Possible Total Marks 100 Pass Mark 60/100

CIBTAC BOOKLIST

FOR SPORTS MASSAGE DIPLOMA COURSE

recommended reading

Sports and Remedial Massage Therapy Mel Cash

Edbury Press

ISBN 0-09-180956-8

The Sports Medicine bible

Lyle J. Micheli, M.D. with Mark Jenkins A John Boswell Associates Book ISBN 0-06-273143-2

Sports injuries – A Self Help guide Vivian Grisogono

John Murray

ISBN 0-7195-4111-5