Essential knowledge: The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required 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 knowledge of: Aetiology and pathology Atheroma formation and oedema and their effects within the human body Awareness of critical information required for assessment and treatment according to principles of TCM Awareness of time management requirements during consultation Bioenergetic concepts and the cardio-respiratory concepts in relation to exercise Correct terminology Diagnostic ability of face, complexion, posture and vitality Disease causation, acute and chronic inflammatory processes, wound healing and haemorrhage processes Disease processes and affecting factors for a range of common diseases Environmental physiology and the effects of drugs on the individual sport Ethical and legal implications of enquiry Indications for massage Infectious and immunity process Jing Luo (meridian) theory Legislative and regulatory requirements Main paths of the human respiratory and cardiovascular systems and their physiology Musculo-skeletal, digestive, integumentary, nervous, urinary, endocrine and reproductive systems Neoplasms and pathological skin conditions Normotensive and hypertensive characteristics Palpatory assessment techniques Philosophical approach to diagnosis and treatment Physiology and anatomy Physiology and anatomy according to TCM Remedial Massage framework Primary functions of meridians and meridian extensions Relationships between body types and symptoms according to five phases theory Relevant testing and assessment options and procedures Structure and function of anatomical systems Structure and function of cells, tissues, blood and organs Structure and function of skeletal, muscular; cardiovascular and lymphatic systems continued ... |