This course aims to extend your knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the lower limbs to develop your knowledge of the common lower limb injuries that clients may present with, and to identify the causes, symptoms and risk factors.

This course combines well with:-

Understanding Upper Limb Injuries

Hip, Pelvic and Gluteal Injuries

Sports Injuries in Teens

Legislation

Professional Code of Conduct

Anatomy and Physiology

CONDITIONS AFFECTING THE CALF

Calf Strains    

Chronic Exertional Compartments Syndrome  

Calf Heart Attacks 

Start up Calf Pain       

OTHER LOWER LEG AND FOOT

Quadriceps Muscle Injury 

Hamstring Injury     

Causes of Back Pain    

Plantar Fasciitis   

Shin Splints 

Massage for the Amputee              

KNEE INJURIES

Knee Pain  

IT Band Syndrome 

Vastus Lateralis v IT Band    

Meniscal Tears   

Runner’s Knee    

Knee Ligament Injuries  

Knee Valgus 

Knee Varus        

COST:£365

DURATION:  theory at your own pace

PRE-REQUISITES: Intended for massage therapists but prior qualification is not necessary

CPD POINTS: 10

LEARNING OUTCOMES

•                    to extend your knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the lower limbs

•                    to develop your knowledge of the common lower limb injuries that clients may present, to know the causes and risk factors and to recognise the symptoms

•                    to identify preventive and rehabilitative self help measures that you can suggest to clients

•          to offer massage treatments with a more medical/sports focus

ASSESSMENT

Theory assessment only – Due to the amount of information in this course, the assessment has been split into 3 smaller assessments, covering different sections of the course. The overall pass mark must exceed 70%.

QUALIFICATION: Lower Limb Injuries accredited by the IGCT will act as an addition to your CPD.