Global Certificate in Geriatric Massage: Best Practices
-- ViewingNowThe Global Certificate in Geriatric Massage: Best Practices is a comprehensive course designed to meet the growing industry demand for professionals skilled in geriatric massage. This course emphasizes the importance of providing tailored care to the elderly, focusing on their unique needs and challenges.
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โข Geriatric Massage Overview: Defining geriatric massage, its benefits, and the importance of specialized training for massage therapists working with elderly clients.
โข Anatomy and Physiology for Seniors: Understanding age-related changes in the body, including soft tissue, muscles, bones, and sensory systems, to customize massage techniques and approaches.
โข Assessments and Client Intake: Learning how to conduct comprehensive assessments, gather health histories, and develop individualized care plans for elderly clients.
โข Massage Techniques for Geriatric Clients: Exploring adaptations of Swedish, deep tissue, and other massage modalities to accommodate the unique needs of seniors.
โข Pathologies and Contraindications: Identifying common health conditions in the elderly, such as arthritis, diabetes, and dementia, and understanding when massage is and isn't appropriate.
โข Communication and Building Trust: Developing effective communication strategies and rapport-building techniques to ensure a comfortable and productive massage experience for elderly clients.
โข Professional Ethics and Legal Considerations: Understanding legal and ethical guidelines for geriatric massage practice, including confidentiality, boundaries, and informed consent.
โข Business and Marketing for Geriatric Massage: Learning how to establish and grow a successful geriatric massage practice, including marketing strategies, pricing, and billing.
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