Course Title: Provide massage treatments
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2016
Course Code: SPRT5103C
Course Title: Provide massage treatments
School: 155T Vocational Health and Sciences
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5357 - Diploma of Remedial Massage
Course Contact: Joshua Davies
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4333
Course Contact Email: joshua.davies@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Sonny Shoduri
sonny.shoduri@rmit.edu.au
9925 4212
This unit of competency is co-delivered with:
HLTMSG001
HLTMSG004
Nominal Hours: 150
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
This unit of competency is co-delivered with the following:
- HLTMSG001/EMPL7096C Develop massage practice and
- HLTMSG002/NURS5361C Assess client massage needs
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for and provide massage treatments using a defined range of techniques and sequences. This unit applies to massage therapists providing general health maintenance treatments. It does not include remedial massage techniques.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
HLTMSG004 Provide massage treatments |
Element: |
1. Prepare client for treatment |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Clearly outline how the treatment will be provided and managed based on assessment and agreed treatment approach 1.2 Explain factors which may interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment 1.3 Inform the client of possible physical or emotional reactions during and following a session, and the appropriate course of action to take 1.4 Follow established protocols to physically prepare the client for treatment 1.5 Confirm client consent for treatment |
Element: |
2. Use massage techniques and sequences |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Determine treatment sequence, location and degree of pressure according to assessment indications and scope of practice 2.2 Position client to optimise comfort and support while allowing for effective application of techniques 2.3 Maintain client dignity through use of draping 2.4 Maintain therapist postures that ensure a controlled distribution of body weight 2.5 Maintain client-focused attention throughout session 2.6 Adjust treatment techniques and pressure based on client feedback |
Element: |
3. Monitor treatment |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Use the condition and response of the client during treatment as feedback to the initial assessment 3.2 Use established massage assessment frameworks 3.3 Recognise reactions to treatment and respond promptly if necessary 3.4 Seek feedback during and after treatment, and evaluate need for ongoing or additional treatment, including referral to other health services |
Element: |
4. Provide advice and resources to the client |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Provide client education in relation to self care 4.2 Answer client queries with clarity, using appropriate language 4.3 Provide accurate details of treatment plans, schedules and recommendations to the client 4.4 Clearly document treatment details and recommendations made |
Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Elements of Competency.
Details of Learning Activities
All class learning materials, notes and other key learning resources can be accessed via myRMIT
at www.rmit.edu.au/learninghub.
A combination of activities will support student’s learning in this course, such as:
• Face-to-face &/or online lectures to cover theoretical and practical concepts for each topic in
the course
• Students will learn to apply their skills and knowledge to work integrated learning (WIL) in the
student & clinical practice environment, during simulations and classroom based learning
• Work experience &/or placements observation of performance in the workplace will be a
valuable part of your learning experience
• Tutorial activities (individually and in teams) to discuss, debate, critique and consolidate your
ideas and extend your understanding around key concepts within specific topics
• Online discussions and activities to support and collaborate with other students in your course
and debate and discuss ideas
• Utilise and develop critical research and cognitive skills to find credible sources of health
information
• Self-directed study time (eg. readings or activities around theory) to enhance and strengthen
your knowledge and understanding of theoretical concepts
• To further facilitate learning students are strongly encouraged to use a range of communication
tools between themselves and their course instructor as well as between themselves and fellow
students by using the online learning platform
• It is strongly recommended that students partner up with fellow students in order to practice
assessment, treatment and palpation techniques
Teaching Schedule
Musculoskeletal Anatomy 1 - 2016 Sem 2 |
RMIT week |
Date |
Class Topics and Assessments |
28 |
8-Jul |
Introduction to Anatomy - Navigating the Body:
Regions of the body, planes of movement, directions and positions, movements of the body, the skeletal system, the muscular system, fascial system & types of joints
|
29 |
15-Jul |
Bones of the Pelvis & Thigh |
30 |
22-Jul |
Quadriceps, Hamstrings & Adductor Magnus and Longus |
31 |
29-Jul |
Psoas, Gluteus Maximus, Gluteus Medius & Piriformis |
32 |
5-Aug |
Practical Assessment 1 |
33 |
12-Aug |
Bones of the Leg & Foot |
34 |
19-Aug |
Tibialis Anterior, Peroneus Longus, Peroneus Brevis, Gastrocnemius and Soleus |
35 |
26-Aug |
Bones of the Spine & Thorax
Rectus Abdominis, Quadratus Lumborum & Erector Spinae
|
36 |
2-Sep |
Mid Semester Break |
37 |
9-Sep |
Practical Assessment 2 |
38 |
16-Sep |
Bones of the Shoulder |
39 |
23-Sep |
Trapezius, Levator Scapulae, Rotator Cuff, Rhomboids Major & Minor |
40 |
30-Sep |
Grand Final Day |
41 |
7-Oct |
Latissimus Dorsi, Teres Major, Pectoralis Major, Pectoralis Minor, Deltoids, Biceps Brachii & Triceps Brachii |
42 |
14-Oct |
Practical Assessment 3 |
43 |
21-Oct |
Bones of the Head, neck & face, Temporalis, Masseter, Frontalis, Sternocleidomastoid |
44 |
28-Oct |
Bones of the Forearm & Hand |
45 |
4-Nov |
Brachioradialis, Extensor Carpi Radialis, Supinator, Flexor Carpi Radialus, Flexor Carpi Ulnaris, Palmaris Longus & Pronator Teres |
46 |
11-Nov |
Practical Assessment 4
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Massage Teaching Schedule
Develop massage practice HLTMSG001/EMPL7096C
Assess client massage needs HLTMGS002/NURS5361C
Provide massage treatments HLTMSG004/SPRT5103C
|
RMIT Wk |
Date |
Class & Activities |
29 |
11th July |
What is massage? & Basic massage strokes |
30 |
18th July |
Getting started with anatomy & Basic massage strokes |
31 |
25th July |
Endangerment sites, massage strokes & anatomical positions |
32 |
1st Aug |
Types of massage within the health care system & Range of motions |
33 |
8th Aug |
Basic massage strokes & posture |
34 |
15th Aug |
Seated chair & Sports massage |
35 |
22nd Aug |
Seated chair & Sports massage |
36 |
29th Aug |
Mid semester break |
37 |
5th Sep |
Seated chair & Sports massage |
38 |
12th Sep |
History taking & Full Therapeutic Sequence |
39 |
19th Sep |
Full Therapeutic Sequence |
40 |
26th Sep |
Full Therapeutic Sequence |
41 |
3rd Oct |
Full Therapeutic Sequence |
42 |
10th Oct |
Full Therapeutic Sequence |
43 |
17th Oct |
Full Therapeutic Sequence |
44 |
24th Oct |
Full Therapeutic Sequence – Mock Assessment |
45 |
31st Oct |
Melbourne Cup - No Class |
46 |
7th Nov |
Therapeutic sequence final assessment |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessment Tasks
The assessment tasks in this unit of competency replicate the necessary skills and knowledge required to provide massage treatments within the industry. The assessment task for this unit of competency are:
1. Clinic Skills Checklist
2. Theoretical and Practical Exams
3. Verbal Questioning
Assessment Tasks
1. Massage client flyers: Due 24th October 2016 & submitted via Turnitin
- Development of goals for your business is the essential first step to provide an understanding of how you will reach your target audience.
- Once you have developed these goals you will be asked to select 3 target audiences within the community and design a flyer for each of these audiences.
- Write a detailed summary of how the philosophies of massage therapy fit into your target audience and the historical significance of these types of therapies and where they have come from.
- Create a flier for each target audience; write how you will be able to help your chosen section of the community, how massage can work alongside other therapies, what are the key messages alongside massage therapy, special consideration and how the client will be able to find you.
2. Written Assignment: Due 4th November 2016 & submitted via Turnitin
- This assignment will cover musculoskeletal pathologies, indications and contra-indications for massage, joints and descriptions of various conditions.
3. Practical Massage assessments: Due 7th November 2016
You will be required to complete a full body therapeutic massage sequence as well as a sports massage treatment.
4. Practical Musculoskeletal Assessments x 4
- Each practical assessment will assess a region at a time which you will be required to demonstrate the following:
Practical assessment (1): Pelvis & Thigh on 5th August 2016
Practical assessment (2): Lower leg & Thorax on 9th September 2016
Practical assessment (3): Shoulder & Neck on 14th October
Practical assessment (4): Head & Forearms on 11th November
5. Clinic skills observation log: Due 4th November 2016 & submitted to clinic supervisor on due
- You will be required to satisfy the requirements of your observation checklist within the clinical setting. During a clinical shift you will be required to assess the needs of a client and follow treatment protocol to satisfy the clients treatment expectations
You need to be deemed satisfactory in ALL assessment tasks in order to achieve competency for these units.
In addition, students need to complete 80 hours of massage client consultation work and performed at least 40 massage assessments.
Assessment Matrix
ASSESSMENT METHODS/TYPES OF EVIDENCE:
Interview/ Verbal Questioning |
Self-Reflections |
Assignment/ Project |
Case Study or Role Play |
Third Party Verification |
Workplace Performance |
Research or Report |
Portfolio of Evidence |
Written Tasks
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NATIONAL UNIT CODE : HLTMSG002
NATIONAL UNIT NAME: Assess client massage needs
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RMIT CODE: NURS5361C |
Co-deliver: HLTMSG001, HLTMSG002, HLTMSG004 |
Elements |
Performance Criteria |
Related Assessment Tasks |
Assessment Method/
Types of Evidence
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- Determine scope of client needs
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1.1 Clarify client expectations |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
1.2 Provide clear information about scope and limits of services to be provided |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
1.3 Collect accurate, relevant and organised health record and document in a form which can be interpreted readily by other professionals |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
1.4 Recognise needs that are beyond scope of own practice, and make referrals to other health care professionals as required |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
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1.5 Identify and respond to any barriers to information gathering and assessment |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
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1.6 Seek client information respectfully and sensitively, using purposeful, systematic and diplomatic questions |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
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1.7 Manage information in a confidential and secure way |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
- Make a physical assessment
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2.1.Advise client about the physical assessment process and obtain client consent to proceed |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
2.2.Follow clinical and practitioner hygiene protocols |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
2.3.Respect client dignity and anticipate potential sensitivities |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
2.4.Seek client feedback on comfort levels through assessment process |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
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2.5.Assess client through palpation, observation and range of motion (ROM) testing |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
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2.6.Identify and respond to
contra-indications to massage treatment
|
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
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2.7.Accurately document assessment findings |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
- Determine and communicate treatment approach
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3.1 Determine treatment needs by integrating findings from physical assessment, observation and communication |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
3.2 Discuss assessment and rationale for treatment with the client |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
3.3 Respond to client enquiries using language the client understands |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
3.4 Discuss referral and collaborative option with the client as required |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
Critical Aspects of Assessment |
Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated clinical environment that reflects workplace conditions. The following conditions must be met for this unit: |
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- use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:
- client information – case history
- private consultation area
- adjustable height massage table
- towels/sheets for draping
- oils/balms
- hot/cold packs
- bolsters
|
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
- modelling of industry operating conditions, including provision of services to the general public
|
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
- clinic supervision by a person who meets the assessor requirements outlined below for at least 60 of the 80 hours of client consultation work
|
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
In addition, assessors must:
- have current clinical experience working as a massage therapist providing services to the general public
- hold practising membership of an Australian professional body that represents massage therapists
- fulfil the continuing professional development requirements of the professional body to which they belong
|
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
Performance Evidence |
The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be evidence that the candidate has: |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
- performed the activities outlined in the performance criteria of this unit during a period of at least 80 hours of massage client consultation work
|
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
- prepared for and managed at least 40 massage assessments - clients must include males and females from different stages of life with varied presentations
|
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
- completed physical assessments using palpation, observation and active, passive and resisted ROM testing
|
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
- interacted effectively with clients:
- clearly articulated information about services, treatment options and rationale
- engaged clients in decision making
|
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
KnowledgeEvidence |
The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the work role. This includes knowledge of: |
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- legal and ethical considerations (national and state/territory) for client assessment:
- codes of conduct
- duty of care
- informed consent
- mandatory reporting
- practitioner/client boundaries
- privacy, confidentiality and disclosure
- records management
- working role boundaries
- working within scope of practice
- presenting symptoms that require referral to a medical practitioner
- work health and safety
|
Clinic Skills Observation Log & Knowledge and Skills Assessment |
Workplace Performance/ Written Task |
- referral options for massage practitioners, including:
- professional health services including complementary health modalities
- community resources and support services
|
Clinic Skills Observation Log
|
Workplace Performance
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- factors and barriers that may impact on massage assessment:
- physical
- psychological
- cultural
|
Clinic Skills Observation Log & Knowledge and Skills Assessment |
Workplace Performance/ Written Task |
- factors that affect individual health status:
- age
- gender
- constitution
- lifestyle
- diet
- personal and medical history
- values and attitudes
- balance of rest and activity
- physical environment
- social environment
|
Clinic Skills Observation Log & Knowledge and Skills Assessment |
Workplace Performance/ Written Task |
- client information required prior to physical assessment, including:
- case history
- client expectations
|
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance
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- considerations for performing physical massage assessments:
- environment
- equipment
- client privacy
- client instructions
|
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
- physical assessment techniques, how and when they are used, including:
- postural assessment
- range of motion (active, passive and resisted)
- palpation
|
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
- contraindications to treatment and possible indications for referral, including:
- protracted pain or pain which is non re-producible or neural in origin
- fatigue
- circulatory disorders
- inflammation
- lumps and tissue changes
- rashes and changes in the skin
- oedema
- mood alterations
- infection
- changes in habits such as appetite elimination or sleep
- bleeding and bruising
- nausea, vomiting or diarrhoea
- temperature-hot or cold
|
Knowledge Assessment |
Written Tasks
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- major muscle anatomy, including:
- surface anatomy
- origin and insertion
- palpable bony landmarks
- reciprocal inhibition, antagonist/agonist, synergists
- actions including individual actions, planes and synergistic groups of the following muscles:
- temporalis
- masseter
- frontalis
- sternocleidomastoid
- trapezius
- levator scapulae
- latissimus dorsi
- supraspinatus
- infraspinatus
- teres major
- teres minor
- subscapularis
- rhomboids
- pectoralis major
- pectoralis minor
- rectus abdominis
- quadratus lumborum
- psoas
- erector spinae
- gluteus maximus
- gluteus medius
- piriformis
- quadriceps
- tibialis anterior
- peroneals
- hamstrings
- adductor magnus
- adductor longus
- gastrocnemius
- soleus
- deltoid
- biceps brachii
- triceps brachii
- flexor carpi radialus
- flexor carpi ulnaris
- palmaris longus
- pronator teres
- brachioradialis
- extensor carpi radialis
- supinator
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Knowledge and Skills Formative Assessment x 5 Regions |
Written & Practical Tasks
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- skeleton:
- bones of the body
- major bony landmarks
- surface anatomy and palpable bony landmarks
- bone growth and remodelling
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Knowledge Assessment |
Written Tasks
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- joints:
- joint classifications – fibrous, cartilaginous, synovial (glide, plane, ball/socket, saddle, hinge, condyloid, pivot)
- joint actions
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Knowledge and Skills Formative Assessment x 5 Regions |
Written & Verbal Tasks
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- physiology:
- soft tissue:
- muscle contraction
- muscle physiology (reflexes, chemistry, proprioceptors)
- tendons and ligaments
- fascia
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Knowledge Assessment |
Written Tasks
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- hard tissue:
- bone growth and development
- abnormal bone growth
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Knowledge Assessment |
Written Tasks
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- recognition of in terms of contra-indications:
- inflammation (cardinal signs, physiology at cellular level)
- injury and wound healing (acute/chronic, stages, grades)
- pain types
- tendinopathy
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Knowledge Assessment |
Written Tasks
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Foundation Skills |
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Core Skills from the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF)
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Knowledge and Skills Formative Assessment x 5 Regions |
Written and Practical Tasks |
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Knowledge Assessment |
Written Tasks |
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Clinic Skills Observation Log Practical Exam |
Workplace Performance
Written Tasks
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Knowledge and Skills Formative Assessment x 5 Regions |
Written and Practical Tasks |
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Clinic Skills Observation Log Knowledge and Skills Formative Assessment x 5 Regions |
Workplace Performance
Written and Practical Tasks
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Employability Skills from the Core Skills for Work Framework (CFW) |
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- Navigate the world of work
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1a. Manage career and work life |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
1b. Work with roles, rights and protocols |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
- Interact with others
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2a. Communicate for work |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
2b. Connect and work with others |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
2c. Recognise and utilize diverse perspectives |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
- Get the work done
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3a. Plan and organise |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
3b. Make decisions |
Clinic Skills Observation Log |
Workplace Performance |
3c. Identify and solve problems |
Clinic Skills Observation Log
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Workplace Performance
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3d. Create and innovate |
Clinic Skills Observation Log
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Workplace Performance
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3e. Work in a digital world |
Clinic Skills Observation Log Checklist
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Workplace Performance |
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