CLINIC INFORMATION
ABOUT THE CLINIC
Purpose
The Therapeutic Massage Student Clinic offers massage to the public
in order to provide students with hands-on experience in working with
a diverse population in a clinical environment.
- The massage and bodywork provided is non-sexual and intended to promote
relaxation and relieve muscle tension and should not be considered medical
treatment or therapy.
- Students will provide one-hour client-focused massages incorporating
bodywork modalities and techniques learned in the classroom.
- Students will develop and/or enhance their knowledge and skills in:
- Professional communication and client education
- Intake and documentation of client information and session
- Client assessment and development of appropriate session plan
- Delivery of massage techniques/strokes using proper body mechanics
- Time and office management
- Clinic is not a full-service spa or a clinical practice. We encourage
clients to seek ongoing massage therapy with a properly trained and
certified massage therapist.
THE APPOINTMENT
- The 60-minute appointment will include:
- 5-10 minutes of reviewing health history & goals for the session
and changing clothes.
- 40-50 minutes of massage
- 5-10 minutes of changing clothes, review/education and student evaluation.
- We request that new clients arrive 15 minutes prior
to their scheduled appointment time to complete intake forms.
- The Student Clinic space is one large room, separated by curtains,
to create 8 semi-private cubicles. These cubicles are not sound-proof,
so we ask that you turn off or leave cell phones behind and speak at
a lower volume.
- We use an unscented crème that readily absorbs into the skin.
We also have hypo-allergenic lotion for those with sensitive skin. In
the Spring semester, the 2nd year students are allowed to practice with
other unscented oils and lotions.
- We recommend that you wear comfortable clothing, for ease in changing
and clothing that could sustain any residual crème on your skin
from the massage.
- The client will always be covered with a sheet, except for the area
on which the student is massaging at the time.
- The student will discuss with you the appropriate level of disrobing
which will be based on your comfort level and the body area(s) that
will be addressed in the session. For example, if you are only having
your upper body massaged, you might only need to remove your upper body
clothing.
- The TM Student Clinic follows the NCBTMB and MD guidelines for maintaining
proper boundaries with clients.
TYPES OF MASSAGE
Swedish
Using gliding, kneading, lifting, and tapping strokes with crème
on the skin to provide overall relaxation of the body, mind and spirit.
Deep Tissue
Using friction, skin rolling, and slower deeper pressure to release tension
in specific muscles
Myofascial Release
Releasing the connective tissue surrounding muscles through slow strokes
with no crème.
Alternative Therapies
Energy work for balancing the body including Reiki and Polarity Therapy
Combination
Combining various strokes
SCHEDULING AN APPOINTMENT
Call: Lisa Schad, Clinical Coordinator at (301) 784-5598
Office hours vary. If you leave a message, your call will be returned
as soon as possible.
The TM Student Massage Clinic Appointment Schedule:
Fall semester:
Monday and Friday, 1:15 and 2:30pm
Swedish and Deep Tissue techniques
Spring semester:
Monday and Fridays, 9:15 and 10:30am
Swedish technique only
Monday and Thursday, 1-7pm, 4 appointment slots, times vary
Swedish, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, and Reiki techniques
Summer semester:
Wednesday and Thursday, 8:30-12:30 and 1-5pm, 2-3 appointment slots, times
vary
Swedish technique only
Fees
General Public: $15, ACM Faculty/Staff/Students and Seniors
(over 65 years old): $10
Payment
Clinic appointments are payable by CASH only. There
is an ATM in the Student Union.
Tipping
Students are NOT allowed by Maryland Law and the policies
of the College to accept any compensation for their services.
Donations
If you are inspired by the clinic and the massage that the students provide,
you are most welcome to donate to the Hilda Petersen Scholarship Fund.
This money goes directly to their scholarship pool to assist students
financially with their education.
Directions:
From I68 follow signs for Allegany College/Willowbrook
Road
Proceed about ½ mile to the College and turn Left into the Main
Entrance
Proceed about ¼ mile and take the first Left (just before the traffic
island)
Continue up the hill, through the 2 parking areas, until you reach the
Stop sign
You will see our building directly in front of you, the Allied Health
Building, which is directly across from the Technology Building
Turn Left to park behind the building, bringing you in on the 2nd floor,
back entrance
Go down the stairs, turn Left, 154-A is the 2nd door on the Left
OR
Turn Right and immediate Left to park beyond our building, bringing you
in on the 1st Fl, main entrance.
Go through the lobby to the stairway and turn Left, 154-A is the 2nd door
on the Left.
You may also park in the lots that you just came through
We are located in the Allied Health Building, Room 154-A
To schedule an appointment:
Please call the Student Clinic at (310) 784-5598
You can leave a voice mail at any time.
You can reach the Clinic Coordinator during her office hours or during
the TM Student Clinic hours which are identified on the voice mail message
when you call.
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For more information about a career as a Massage Therapist,
Contact Paula Jilanis at 301-784-5191.
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