Medications & Massage Therapy: Introduction to Pharmacology
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About the Course
This package contains the maximum continuing education hours allowed to be completed online or by correspondence for Illinois Massage Professionals.
Learning Objectives:
- Explain the concept of affinity and the process of neurotransmission of drug molecules.
- Compare and contrast pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics.
- Explain the concept of bioavailability.
- List and discuss the contraindications for massage on specific systems of the body.
- Identify and discuss the four primary processes of pharmacokinetics.
- Define the effects of different massage strokes on systems of the body.
- Discuss the efficacy of massage to treat pain and symptoms of prescription and illicit opioid use disorder.
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Sponsorship/Commercial Support and Non-Endorsement
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Disclaimer
The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.
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