Information Package

Program of Exercise and Sport Sciences

SPS242

MASSAGE

Course Code
SPS242
Semester
Fourth Term (Spring)
Theory+Practice
2 + 2
ECTS
4
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study2
SemesterFourth Term (Spring)
ECTS4
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Know historical information, using equipment and information about masseur.
  2. Learn and apply massage positions.
  3. Understand theoretical knowledge about sport massage
  4. Know and understand physiological, psychological and medical value of massage.
  5. Know in what situations massage cannot be applied.
  6. Apply sport massage techniques.
  7. Know effects of sport massage on sport performance.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionIncludes basic techniques, benefits, contraindications of massage and use of massage techniques in sport.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Definition, historical background of massage, environment of massage place, slippery materials used in massage
2nd Week Positions, directions of massage, international precautions in sport massage
3rd Week Massege techniques. Application: gluteal muscles, lumbar and sacral parts
4th Week Effects of massage: on blood flow, blood chemistry, performance and recovery Application: back massage
5th Week Contraindications in massage and hypo and hyperthermia
6th Week Application: chest and upper arm massage
7th Week Midterm
8th Week Removal of lactic acid from muscles and blood, effects of massage on muscle pain and tenderness. Application: lower arm and hand massage
9th Week Effects of massage on autonomic functions and endorphine release
10th Week Psychological and neurophysiological effects of massage.Application: thigh massage
11th Week Effects of massage on growth and immune system
12th Week Special considerations and physical activity.Application: knee and leg massage
13th Week Effects of massage on temporary and permanent pain.Application: foot massage
14th Week Effects of massage on neuromuscular diseases.Application: abdomen and face massage
Recommended or Required ReadingHazır, M. (2001). Spor Masajı, Teori ve Uygulama. Ankara. Bağırgan Yayımevi.
Benjamine, P. J. and S. P. Lamp. (1996).Understanding Sports Massage. Champaign IL : Human Kinetics.
Kanbir, O. Klasik Masaj. (1998). Bursa : Ekin Kitabevi.
King, R. K. Performance Massage. (1993). Champaign IL : Human Kinetics,
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Practice
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 2 2 4
Preparation for Quiz 2 2 4
Individual or group work 4 4 16
Preparation for Final exam 3 6 18
Course hours 15 4 60
Preparation for Midterm exam 2 8 16
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 4 4
Homework 1 1 1
Total Work Load123
Total Work Load / 30 (h)4.1
ECTS Credit of the Course4
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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