Massage Therapy NC II case studies

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Massage Therapy NC II is a Philippine national certificate under the TESDA competency-based system, awarded to candidates who can demonstrate the entry-level skills of a spa or wellness massage therapist. It suits people entering the wellness industry, spa staff seeking formal recognition, and experienced therapists who learned on the job and want their skills assessed against a national standard. The Massage Therapy NC II case studies are 5 cases and about 6,501 words.

Unilateral Calf Swelling 36 Hours After a Long-Haul Flight

Marco, 46, books a 60-minute full-body deep tissue session at 6:00 p.m. because his legs feel 'tight and heavy' and his back is stiff.

1,253 words, about 6 min 2

Low Back Pain at 28 Weeks and a Request for Prone Deep Tissue

Anna, 29, is 28 weeks pregnant with her second child and books a 90-minute massage for low back pain rated 6/10, worse after long hours at a desk. Her first birth was at 35 weeks, and her obstetrician has said verbally that massage is fine.

1,261 words, about 6 min 3

A Circular Rash, a Healing Cut, and a Manager Reusing Linen

At a four-room day spa, turnover between clients is 25 minutes. client, a 34-year-old teacher, undresses and you see a 4 cm round, scaly patch with a raised red edge on her upper back.

1,309 words, about 7 min 4

The Neck 'Adjustment,' the Refused Intake, and the Off-the-Record Request

A 32-year-old man comes for his first session, referred by his cousin, who is a regular client. He says he 'slept wrong' and his neck is stiff.

1,384 words, about 7 min 5

Post-Session Dizziness, a Large Bruise, and a Changing Mole

A 58-year-old retired teacher with type 2 diabetes of 12 years, hypertension and atrial fibrillation calls the morning after a 60-minute deep tissue session on her back and legs. She takes insulin, metformin, losartan and warfarin.

1,294 words, about 6 min