XMAT 21040 - Neuroanatomy

Credit(s): 0
Lecture Hour(s): 40
Lecture Hours Schedule Type: Blended, Lecture, Online
Gain knowledge of basic structures and functions of the human nervous system. Learn about higher brain functions and the special senses such as motor, learning, vision, hearing, balance and proprioception. Gain a solid foundation in the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system essential for the understanding and successful implementation of the techniques learned in Massage Therapy. Study the functional systems of the autonomic nervous system, limbic system, somatosensory system, reticular formation and proprioceptive systems, central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system. The physiological impact of massage on some of neurological disorders is studied and discussed.

Prerequisite(s): XMAT 21031 with a minimum grade of C.