Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
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The 1 CE hour Thoracic Outlet Syndrome online course will introduce you to thoracic outlet syndrome and how massage therapy techniques can be used to help treat signs and symptoms of thoracic outlet syndrome. This course covers signs and symptoms, causative factors, contraindications, and assessment and treatment strategies. The text used is an updated excerpt from Celia Bucci's Condition-Specific Massage textbook. This course outlines:
- What the thoracic outlet is and the structures involved
- Contraindications and special considerations when treating clients with symptoms of thoracic outlet syndrome
- Client assessment techniques such as questions to ask and ROM testing
- Massage techniques appropriate for treating thoracic outlet syndrome and contributing trigger points
- Client self-care including stretching and strengthening
You Will Receive: Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, an excerpt from Condition-Specific Massage, by Celia Bucci, guide with instructions, exam of 9 questions, course evaluation, certificate of achievement upon completion, and unlimited phone support for any of your questions.
The Center for Massage Therapy Continuing Education, LLC is an Approved Provider through the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB); Approved Provider number 409296-00.
Our massage online continuing education courses are also accepted by the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP), and most state boards.
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Really liked the case study and full protocol for critical thinking. The illustrations for the testing and stretching techniques were a must, as well as the charts and anatomical illustrations. - Stephanie N.
Text was easy to read and follow. - Emily Z.
Easy to navigate and low cost comparison. - Patricia B.
I learned alot from the course info and really enjoyed reading from cover to cover! - Kathy D.
The layout of the course was easy to understand and flowed well from one section to another. - Meghan V.
I learned new information that I did not know before and was able to use techniques right away! - Hillary M.
What is the thoracic outlet?
A. The space between the base of the anterior lateral neck and the axilla
B. The space between the base of the posterior lateral neck and the axilla
C. The space between the base of the anterior lateral neck and the sternum
D. The space between the base of the posterior lateral neck and the vertebrae
Trigger points in the sternocleidomastoid (SCM) may cause:
A. Burning and numbness down the center of the sternum
B. Vertigo, nausea, or ringing in the ears
C. Pain and numbness down the posterior arm
D. Ear and sinus infections
Client self-care for thoracic outlet syndrome should include stretching of which of the following muscles?
A. Scalenes
B. Middle trapezius
C. Rhomboids
D. Pronator teres