Therapeutic Myofascial Release Techniques for the Thigh and Knee

MASS-0216 - Therapeutic Techniques for the Thigh and Knee

Stability in Motion, Honoring Strength in Every Step

The thigh and knee form the central column of motion between the grounding pelvis and the exploratory foot. They bear our ambitions, carry our weight—literally and metaphorically—and are often sites of chronic pain, injury, and imbalance. This intensive, hands-on course dives into therapeutic techniques targeting the major muscle groups of the thigh—quadriceps, hamstrings, adductors, and abductors—and specific soft tissue strategies for addressing knee conditions, including patellofemoral pain, IT band friction, and postural compensation patterns. Students will leave with a refined toolkit of precise, condition-focused techniques, assessment skills, and clinical reasoning strategies to support effective, customized treatment plans.

In-Person, Hands-On Instruction

🕒 8 Hours Ahna Ma

🌐 Live In-Person Practice View Syllabus

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Learning Objectives & Outcomes

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

Accurately locate and palpate all major muscle groups and structural landmarks of the thigh and knee
Identify and describe the role of specific muscles in common client complaints, including patellofemoral pain, runner’s knee, IT band syndrome, and hamstring strain
Perform and interpret range-of-motion and functional assessments for the thigh and knee
Apply a range of therapeutic techniques (myofascial release, deep tissue therapy, muscle stripping, pin-and-stretch, positional release) to specific thigh and knee muscle groups
Sequence and modify treatments to address client-specific conditions in both athletic and sedentary populations
Integrate knee/thigh work into full-body therapeutic plans while maintaining safety, flow, and clinical effectiveness

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Target Audience

Massage therapists, bodyworkers, and movement professionals who want to deepen their hands-on skillset with targeted, condition-based techniques to effectively support client recovery, mobility, and ease in this highly used (and often overworked) region of the body.

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Prerequisites

Completion of foundational massage and anatomy coursework

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Assessment & Evaluation

Ongoing Instructor Observation
Practical skills and techniques are evaluated during labs for safety, precision, and effectiveness.
Partner Feedback Exchange
Students reflect on their giving and receiving experiences to deepen tactile learning.
Clinical Reasoning Activities
Small group exercises evaluating case studies and planning treatment sequences.
End-of-Day Skill Integration Practicum
Students perform a 20–30 minute focused bodywork session integrating assessment and therapeutic techniques.
Self-Assessment Journaling Prompt
Written reflection exploring strengths, challenges, and future goals in thigh/knee therapeutic work.

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