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Part B: Discuss how a collaborative relationship between your chosen profession and the other professionals

would benefit clients and you as a professional. /12 marks

(No more than one paragraph per discussion = 6 paragraphs, so keep it concise).

Example: Your Profession & Profession A: 2 marks for discussion on benefits to clients;
2 marks for discussion on benefits to you as a professional

Your Profession & Profession B - 2 marks for discussion on benefits to clients;


2 marks for discussion on benefits to you as a professional

Your Profession & Profession C - 2 marks for discussion on benefits to clients;


2 marks for discussion on benefits to you as a professional

Massage Therapy & Physiotherapy


1a. - Benefits to clients

I believe a collaborative relationship between a Massage Therapist and Physiotherapist would


benefit the client because both professions are trained to work with the soft tissue and joints of the
body. Having said that, the scope of practice of a Physiotherapist extends beyond that of a Massage
Therapist, in that they are authorized to perform the controlled act of spinal manipulation using low
amplitude thrusts. This is beneficial to the client because Massage Therapists would be able to
address muscle pain and discomfort related to the misalignment of vertebrae, then refer to a
Physiotherapist for correction by way of realignment through adjustments. Another benefit to the
client would be that both professions are permitted to assess and rehabilitate pelvic musculature,
however, Physiotherapists are trained to treat their patients internally, while Massage Therapists can
provide treatment externally. Any client suffering from such a condition would likely benefit from
both methods of treatment of the condition, resulting in a more thorough health care plan.

1b. - Benefits to me, a massage professional


I feel that I would benefit from a collaborative relationship because Physiotherapists can
communicate a diagnosis to their patients, identifying a disease, physical disorder, or dysfunction.
This would benefit me because although I would still choose to execute my own tests, objectives and
measures, I would be able to compare my findings to that of another health care professional. This
would be particularly helpful as a new Massage Therapist who is striving to build their skill and
confidence with impairment assessments. Another potential benefit would be that Physiotherapist
can order the application of prescribed energy forms, such as an x-ray or MRI. The results from such
tests would provide insight into my clients condition further allowing me to confirm or counter my
assessment findings, and thus provide a more personalized, appropriate treatment plan.
Massage Therapy & Naturopathy
2a. - Benefits to clients
I feel that a collective relationship between a Naturopath and Massage Therapist would benefit
the patient who values a holistic or natural approach to health care. There is a growing number of
individuals seeking out complementary and alternative medical care and massage therapy fits
perfectly under that category. Clients who are visiting their Naturopath for soft tissue and/or joint
related pain have the choice to receive therapeutic treatment through massage therapy without the
use of pharmaceutical drugs, if they choose. A client may also appreciate this collaboration because
Massage Therapists can arm their clients with therapeutic (and sometimes curative) homecare
techniques like remedial exercise, stretching, and hydrotherapy to name a few.

2b. - Benefits to me, a massage professional


I believe a collaborative relationship with a Naturopath would benefit me as a massage
Therapist because it would allow me the opportunity to learn more about naturopathic techniques
and remedies. Once I have gained some knowledge I could then potentially begin referring clients,
who I feel may benefit from, or appreciate this type of care. I think it is an asset to be a healthcare
professional who is aware of the treatment options that other practitioners have to offer. Another way
I may benefit is that Naturopaths are permitted to request and obtain blood samples which may be
useful if we suspect that our treatment plan is rendering ineffective, due to potential vitamin or
mineral deficiencies. In this case, I would be able to refer the client to their Naturopath where the
appropriate test can be run to confirm or rule out these possibilities.

Massage Therapy & Traditional Chinese Medicine


3a. - Benefits to clients
A client who visits both a Massage Therapist and a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
practitioner or Acupuncturist may benefit from the compressive and versatile trigger point therapy
that each practitioner can provide. For example, a client may benefit from the therapeutic effects of
acupuncture, but not enjoy the procedure itself as some people have an aversion to needles. In this
case, the patient may be able to alternate visits between the Acupuncturist and the Massage Therapist
because MTs are also well trained in Trigger Point Therapy. This may be a nice alternative or addition
to the clients current plan of care, as they will also benefit in other ways from the therapeutic
massage treatment. Additionally, those clients who are receiving massage treatments due to nerve
related pain may find great benefit from the comprehensive knowledge that Acupuncturists possess,
as they may be able to treat the nerve pain swifter and to a greater degree.
3b. - Benefits to me, a massage professional
I would benefit from a collaborative relationship with an Acupuncturist because I am
interested in learning more about the practice. Recently, I have been considering the continuing
education options for Massage Therapists who wish to practice acupuncture within their scope. So, if
I were treating a client who also visited an Acupuncturist I would have a great opportunity to see first-
hand how the client was benefiting from the treatments. Furthermore, this would grant me the
opportunity to have a professional conversation to learn how acupuncture could potentially enhance
the treatment plans and health of my patients. Secondly, Acupuncturists are trained to perform
cupping, a technique used to stimulate healing and stretch tight muscles and fascia. I think it would
beneficial as a health care professional to learn about other techniques and options for clients who
may be looking to complement their massage therapy treatments.

Total Marks: /40

Reference list below


References

College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. (n.d). College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. Retrieved
from http://www.cmto.com/

College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. (2017). College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. Retrieved from


http://www.collegept.org/Home

College of Naturopaths of Ontario. (2014). College of Naturopaths of Ontario. Retrieved from


http://www.collegeofnaturopaths.on.ca/

College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario. (2016). College
of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario. Retrieved from
http://www.ctcmpao.on.ca/

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