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Neuro Massage Therapist

The Neuro Massage Therapy Advanced Diploma Course is designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and practical skills required to effectively massage individuals with neurological injuries and conditions. Through a comprehensive syllabus, students will learn the necessary terminology, considerations, patient welfare, communication, coignition, anatomy, different neurological conditions, presentations, pain, skin, touch, and therapist care. Additionally, the course includes a practical video on massage techniques and case studies to reinforce learning.

100% Online

Freedom to take the course from anywhere with our fully online program

16 Course Modules

Consists of 16 course modules designed to equip you with the skills you need

20+ Guided Hours

Get over 60 Hours of Interactive Online training plus access to hours of Additional Learning Materials

Section Quiz

Test your knowledge with our end of section quiz and track your progress.

Course Overview

Why Study This Course?

One of the key benefits of the Neuro Massage Therapy course is that it is tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals with neurological injuries and conditions. By focusing on this specific area, students will gain a deeper understanding of the intricacies of the nervous system and how it can be impacted by various conditions. This understanding will enable them to develop effective treatment plans that take into account the specific needs of each patient.

Furthermore, the course emphasizes the importance of communication and therapist care, as well as the necessary considerations and modifications needed when working with individuals with neurological conditions. This ensures that students are equipped not only with the necessary technical skills but also with the interpersonal and communication skills required to provide quality care.

Another benefit of the course is that it includes information on various neurological conditions, including spinal cord injuries, strokes, neurodegenerative conditions, brain injuries, cerebral palsy, and transverse myelitis. By covering such a wide range of conditions, students will be able to develop a holistic understanding of the neurological system and its potential limitations, as well as how massage can be used as a complementary therapy to manage symptoms.

Finally, the course provides information on how to build a neuro massage practice and market it effectively, making it an ideal course for individuals looking to expand their skill set and grow their business.

Overall, the Neuro Massage Therapy Advanced Diploma course is an excellent option for individuals looking to specialize in massage therapy for individuals with neurological injuries and conditions. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the nervous system, various neurological conditions, and practical massage techniques, as well as emphasizing the importance of communication and therapist care. With this course, students can develop the necessary skills and knowledge to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those with neurological conditions.

Course Modules

To help you get the best of this course, each student will be provided with extra materials that is aimed at making your learning easier and more effective; including handbooks and case-study ebooks.
  • Intro Video
  • What is Neuro?
  • Neuro Summary
  • Neuro Terminology
  • Terms related to Neuro Terminology
  • Considerations
  • Contra Indications
  • Modifications
  • Documenting treatments
  • Things to consider as a therapist video
  • The team (neuro Specific team members)
  • Care (Transferring and positioning)
  • Approach (nervous and anxious clients)
  • Equipment
  • Particularities (Temperature sensitivities Neuro Specific)
  • Patient Welfare
  • The team (neuro Specific team members)
  • Care (Transferring and positioning)
  • Approach (nervous and anxious clients)
  • Equipment
  • Particularities (Temperature sensitivities Neuro Specific)
  • Communication
  • Understanding Coignition
  • Anatomy Recap
  • Brain
  • Spine
  • Dermatone Video
  • Learning About different conditions
  • Spinal Cord Injuries
  • Stroke
  • Neuro Degenerative conditions
  • MS
  • Parkinsons
  • Motor Neurone Disease/ ALS
  • Brain Injuries
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Transverse myelitis
  • Presentations
  • Paralysis it’s causes, symptoms, and treatment
  • Spasticity; it’s causes, symptoms, and treatment
  • Muscle tone
  • Hypotonia; its causes and treatment
  • Hypertonia; its symptoms and treatment
  • Spasms; causes, treatment, and prevention
  • Tremor; seven types of tremor, and treatment
  • Edema; its causes and treatment
  • Bladder & bowel
  • Drop foot
  • AD
  • Brain fog
  • Understanding Pain
  • Skin
  • The skin
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Traumatic Abrasions and Scars
  • Onychogryphosis
  • Hyperkeratosis
  • Calluses
  • Pressure sores
  • Maintaining skin integrity: Advice for patients
  • Touch
  • Massage - A practical Video
  • A number of videos showing some different styles of massage. And how important being flexible is
  • Case studies
  • Therapist Care
  • Building your business
  • How to find an ideal client
  • Considerations for a mobile therapist
  • Considerations for opening a neuro practice

Frequently Asked Questions

While regular massage is aimed at helping non-injury patients… Neuro Massage involves understanding the Neurological conditions and injuries and their presentation, utilizing this knowledge and adapting your treatment for every individual patient

If you wish to pursue a career in helping people with neurological conditions, our neuro massage training program is the perfect choice for you! It is both fulfilling and rewarding; as you develop your skill set and client base, you can make a real difference for those dealing with disability. So come join us and make your dream of being a neuro massage therapist come true!

Neuro massage training school is the first of its kind. The world’s first massage school focusing on treating patients with neurological conditions, injuries, and resulting disabilities. 

Our training school is run by Gemma, a skilled neuro massage therapist who has been working in the industry for over 20 years. Incredibly skilled and knowledgeable, you will find yourself learning fast, easily understanding the many intricacies of this form of massage.
Gemma has massaged for over 20 years, running a multi-award winning neuro massage clinic in London many of these years. 

The course content specializes in neuro massage and its very specific techniques. You will be taught how illness, injury and trauma can destabilize the nerve transmission throughout the body, creating poor function and pain. Going at a pace perfectly suited to students of all levels, attendees will receive expert instruction on how to manipulate tendons, muscles and connective tissue to help stabilize the central nervous system.

The NeuroMassage advanced therapy course will be held online with a flexible learning schedule. The content has been carefully developed to provide attendees with all the skills required to work as neuro massage therapists. As this is a specialized massage modality- applicants need to hold qualifications in massage. Click here to find out if you have the required qualifications.
There is approx 100 hours of both, and you have one year from the date of purchase to complete the course. Furthermore, We have broken the course down into manageable modules so that attendees never feel overwhelmed. Some students may wish to train whilst still working, so the course is flexible, allowing students to fit lessons in around life and other commitments.

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