| Spa Wellness Articles :: Program Descriptions & Career Overviews :: Neuromuscular Therapy Studies - Neuromuscular Therapy Programs |
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| Neuromuscular Therapy Studies - Neuromuscular Therapy Programs |
| by Robyn Tellefsen |
Neuromuscular Therapy utilizes specific Massage therapy, flexibility stretching, and home care to eliminate the causes of most neuromuscular pain patterns. This specific and scientific approach to muscular pain relief brings about balance between the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system. Neuromuscular therapy enhances the function of joints, muscles, and biomechanics as it releases endorphins.
What You'll Learn
With neuromuscular therapy training, you'll learn about the physiology of the nervous system and its effect on the muscular and skeletal systems. Neuromuscular therapy training also covers Kinesiology, biomechanics, and how to work in a clinical or medical environment.
Degree Types
You may earn a diploma, certificate, or associate degree in massage therapy with a concentration in neuromuscular therapy. Continuing education courses are also available.
Career Paths
Neuromuscular therapy training can prepare you to practice massage therapy in many settings, including chiropractors' offices, fitness centers, hospitals, hotels and resorts, physical therapy offices, spas and salons, and sports teams. You may also go on to open a private practice in neuromuscular therapy, setting your own hours and rates.
Job Outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of massage therapists is expected to increase faster than average (18 to 26 percent) between 2004 and 2014 as more people learn about the benefits of massage and neuromuscular therapy. Median hourly earnings of massage therapists, including gratuities earned, were $15.36 in May 2004, with the highest 10 percent earning more than $32.21.
Licensing and Accreditation Information
As of May 2007, 38 states have passed laws regulating massage therapy, many requiring massage therapists to complete a formal education program and pass a national certification exam or a state licensing exam. Find your state licensing board here: http://www.massagetherapy.com/careers/stateboards.php.
The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (http://www.ncbtmb.com/) offers two national certification exams for graduates of massage and neuromuscular therapy programs, leading to the Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCTMB) credential or the Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage (NCTM) credential.
Neuromuscular therapy training programs may be accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (http://www.comta.org/index.html), a specialized accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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