Practice Hands-On Massage Technique
Clinical Orthopedic Massage for the Gluteal Region
Lower back pain is one of the most common complaints encountered by massage therapists, and the structure and function of the pelvis and gluteal muscles often plays a role in lower back dysfunction and discomfort. Gluteal muscles are also involved in conditions like sciatica, IT band syndrome, and other dysfunction of the lower extremities.
The glutes may be a sensitive area for many massage clients to have massaged, and clear and open communication between client and massage therapist helps pave the way for effective treatment plans. This class seeks to increase massage therapists’ confidence and skill in discussing and treating the gluteal region to aid in treating a number of orthopedic conditions of the lower body.
**All participants must have a current, valid, and unexpired massage license or other license that allows the practice of manual soft-tissue manipulation (such as PT or PTA).**
3 CE Hours
NCBTMB Course ID: CE4026980
Learning Objectives:
After participating in lecture and discussion regarding orthopedic massage for the gluteal region, students will be able to:
- Give clear, specific, and actionable feedback during a massage exchange and receive feedback and make appropriate adjustments during a massage exchange
- Demonstrate competency in communicating with a client, including obtaining informed consent, explaining intent, and answering client questions
- Identify and palpate significant muscles and bony landmarks in the lumbar, gluteal, and lower extremity regions
- Identify endangerment and cautionary sites in the lumbar and gluteal regions; and effectively communicate with clients regarding safety and potential sensations that may indicate a safety issue
- Demonstrate competency in comfortable and secure draping techniques for the gluteal region; and
- Confidently apply a variety of different massage techniques to the gluteal region as part of a massage exchange.