The third year massage therapy students are looking for participants for their final year research projects. If you would like to help these students learn what it is like to conduct research, and receive free massage therapy in the process, contact Jessica Stacey or Felicia Bremner, Clinic Managers (mtclinic@humber.ca; 416.675.6622 x.5055). Individuals who complete the study process will receive a gift certificate to the Massage Therapy Clinic at Humber College to use following the study. If you are not sure if you are eligible or need more information before you commit, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Here are some of the people we are looking for. When you call or email, please reference the study number.

The Treatment of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome using Massage Therapy
Study #: 16MT007

We are looking for a physically active individual who, for at least one month, has been experiencing increased pain in the knee, altered mobility of the knee, and decreased ability to perform normal daily activities. Individuals who present with bursitis, patellar tendonitis, and patellar dislocation will not be eligible to take part in the study. The length of the study is 8 weeks.

The treatments would take place on Thursday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. or 3:30 p.m.

The Treatment of Low Back Pain using Massage Therapy
Study #: 16MT009

We are looking for an individual who suffers from chronic non-specific low back pain with patient reported impact on activities of daily living. Pain experienced must be sub-acute or chronic (pain for more than 3 months). The individual will not be eligible to participate in the study if they present with back pain as a result of trauma, history or current disc pathology, spondylolisthesis, and history of back surgery. The length of this study is 8 weeks.

The treatments would take place on Thursday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. or 3:30 p.m.

The Treatment of Patients with Functional Scoliosis using Massage Therapy
Study #: 16MT014

We are looking for an individual who has been diagnosed with functional scoliosis by a physician (documentation must be provided). Individuals who present with structural scoliosis and neurological manifestations will not be eligible to take part in the study. The length of the study is 8 weeks.

The treatments would take place on Mondays at 11:15 a.m. or 12:45 p.m.

If you would like more information about any of the studies above or would like to volunteer to participate, please contact Jessica Stacey or Felicia Bremner (mtclinic@humber.ca; 416.675.6622 x.5055). If you would not like to be part of the study but would like to make an appointment at Humber’s Massage Therapy Clinic, please contact us at mtclinic@humber.ca or 416.675.6622 x.5055.

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Humber’s Human Rights Policy & Employees’ Responsibilities

Humber College is committed to providing a learning, working and living environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. Key to maintaining this commitment is Humber employees’ awareness and observation of their responsibilities as outlined in section four (4), page four (4) of Humber’s Human Rights Policy. Humber employees’ are required to:

1. Foster a climate of understanding and mutual respect for the dignity and rights of each individual;
2. Familiarize themselves with Humber’s policies, procedures and practices and exhibit the appropriate behavior for dealing with human rights;
3. Prevent, report and discourage discrimination and harassment by others; and
4. Participate in ongoing professional development education and training that may enhance their ability to act in an anti-discriminatory manner.

The College has the right, as well as the legal and moral responsibility, to ensure that all its members are treated fairly, equitably, and respectfully.

The Centre for Human Rights, Equity & Diversity | HR Services is available to all employees to provide support and advice in the area of human rights. If you suspect that an issue you are dealing with in the classroom or in your department is human rights related, please contact Nancy Simms, Director, Centre for Human Rights, Equity & Diversity for a quick consultation at nancy.simms@humber.ca or 416.675.6622 x4425

For more information on Humber’s Human Rights Policy visit: humber.ca/policies/human-rights-policy

Interested in doing applied research, but need to brush up on your skills? Have a burning teaching and learning research question, but not sure where to begin? This series is for you! Come for just one or join us for all 12 sessions, co-sponsored by the office of Applied Research & Innovation and the Centre for Teaching and Learning.

To register, visit the Centre for Teaching & Learning website.

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