Explores body systems with an emphasis on the common pathologies of those systems. In addition to covering the cause and effect of those pathologies, the learner will also be presented with the common allopathic treatment(s) their clients may be receiving for those conditions. Pharmacology will include effects and side-effects of the medications, and how those relate to the indications and contraindications of massage.
 
Prerequisite:
Successful completion of Swedish Massage Practitioner program, completion of a similar program from another accredited institution, or currently a Washington State licensed massage practitioner.