Oncology Massage 1 - Intro & Basics / CE

Service Description

Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapists Continuing Education Class. Sadly, it seems we all know someone undergoing a cancer diagnosis or cancer treatment. Massage can help, as long as the therapist has the correct training and assessment skills to provide a safe and effective treatment plan. In this class you will learn indications, contraindication, modifications, and we will discuss what cancer is, how it is treated, how it affects our clients, what is safe for someone undergoing treatment and what is not. Massage is safe when integrated into the patient’s overall treatment plan when their Oncology Treating Team provides medical clearance. The gentle and therapeutic massage techniques you will learn are an introduction to a basic oncology massage therapy session that will be safe for your clients with a cancer diagnosis or undergoing cancer treatment. Oncology Massage can help clients assimilate medications more effectively, ease the effects of radiation, help clients reduce nausea, prepare the body for the traumatic effects of and recovery from surgery, improve mind-body awareness, lift spirits and more, facilitating a more positive experience, when integrated into the patient’s overall treatment plan with their Oncology Treating Team. This class is hands-on, so bring your table and hands-on supplies, plus 3-4 pillows, 4 hand towels, wear comfortable clothing for a hands-on exchange and practice. Be prepared to actively participate in order to level up your massage and bodywork therapy skills! We’ll address contraindications, anatomy and physiology, positioning, draping, massage techniques, legal issues, and documentation. This training is open to all levels of massage and bodywork practitioners – especially those interested in cancer care. Cancer Techniques are good for use on frail and elderly people, as well as for hospice care. You may take this class as a standalone class though the 2-day option is more comprehensive. See the schedule of classes, dates and locations under the Guides & Forms Tab. There are two ways to register: 1) Online under the Guides & Forms Tab: Download the Registration Form; complete & email to Mary@PhoenixAlwaysRises.com Use the payment links under the Guides & Forms Tab. 2) CALL/Text Mary at 732-300-8947 to register over the phone and reserve your spot. Payment via cash, check, Venmo or Zelle is due at the time of registration to hold your spot in class. Use the payment links under the Guides & Forms Tab.