Essential skills: It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes the ability to: Communicate effectively with client/other health practitioner Complete documentation of all recommendations and client responses Comprehend common medical terminology Demonstrate skills in applying advanced assessment techniques Develop and implement treatment plans to achieve optimal health, rehabilitation, or to improve quality of life which involve: treatment of a range of conditions/disease states compressive techniques including digital ischemic pressure deep tissue massage techniques demonstration of the application of all of the techniques listed under the range of variables: effleurage including cross over stroke, longitudinal stroking, gliding techniques friction techniques manual lymphatic drainage mobilising techniques myofascial tension technique passive joint movement techniques passive soft tissue movement percussion techniques petrissage/kneading proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching techniques temperature therapy trigger point release techniques vibration Ensure all treatment or care delivered is consistent with legislative and regulatory requirements Gather and interpret information through the tactile senses Handle a case requiring referral to another health care professional Identify and describe a treatment outcome using accepted medical terminology Identify bone landmarks, structures and individual muscles through palpation Identify prominent bones/structure and phasic and postural muscles Manage time throughout consultation and treatment Palpate prominent bones/structure and phasic and postural muscles Prepare the client for treatment according to massage principles continued ... |