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Diploma In Massaging People

With Spinal Cord Injuries

The Diploma in Massaging Someone with a Spinal Cord Injury is a comprehensive course that provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills to provide massage therapy to individuals with neurological injuries and conditions. Through this course, students will gain a deep understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the spine, the causes and risk factors of spinal cord injuries (SCI), and how SCI is managed.

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Course Overview

Why Study This Course?

Students will also learn about the importance of rehabilitation for individuals with SCI and the team of neuro-specific healthcare professionals involved in their care. This includes understanding the approach needed to work with nervous and anxious clients, how patients will transfer and how to position patients, incuding the equipment required to ensure their safety and comfort.

The course covers skin care and maintenance, including how to identify and prevent pressure sores and maintain skin integrity. Students will also gain a solid understanding of various neurological conditions, such as paralysis, spasticity, muscle tone, hypotonia, hypertonia, spasms, drop foot, drop wrist, bladder and bowel issues, autonomic dysreflexia, and edema.

The course includes a case study that presents an example of an individual with an SCI and suggests a treatment plan. This allows students to apply their learning and develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The course has an exam that assesses students’ understanding of the material covered.

The benefits of completing this course are numerous. Graduates will have the knowledge and skills needed to provide safe and effective massage therapy to individuals with neurological injuries and conditions, helping them manage their pain, reduce stress and anxiety, and improve their overall well-being. This can also open up new career opportunities for graduates, such as working in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, or private practice.

In conclusion, the Diploma in Massaging Someone with a Spinal Cord Injury is a valuable course for anyone interested in working with individuals with neurological injuries and conditions. Through this course, students will gain a deep understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the spine, as well as the causes, risk factors, and management of SCI. They will also develop the skills needed to provide safe and effective massage therapy to these individuals, improving their overall quality of life.

Here's What You'll Get

At the end of this course, you can be confident that your new qualification will be recognised and covered by relevant insurance companies. You will also earn CBD points towards your continuing education, and this course is recognised across UK and Europe.

Becoming a specialised therapist with these qualifications will give you a competitive edge in the wellness industry. It’s important to study with a recognised provider, and we’re here to answer any questions you may have about the cost or anything else related to the course.

Invest in your professional development today and take the first step towards advancing your career as a knowledgeable and skilled practitioner.

Course Contents

MODULE 0: Intro Video

MODULE 1: What is neuro?

  • Understanding Neuro
  • No Exam

MODULE 2:

  • Anatomy
  • Dermatomes

MODULE 3: Considerations

  • Contra indications
  • Modifications
  • Documenting treatments
  • Things to consider as a therapist video
  • Exam - 10 Multi Choice Questions

MODULE 4: Patient Welfare

  • The team (neuro Specific team members)
  • Care (Transferring and positioning)
  • Approach (nervous and anxious clients)
  • Equipment
  • Particularities (Temperature sensitivities Neuro Specific)

MODULE 5: Skin

  • The Skin
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Traumatic Abrasions and Scars
  • Pressure Sores
  • Classifications
  • Early symptoms
  • Later symptoms
  • Prevention
  • Massage and pressure sores
  • Maintaining skin integrity: Advice for patients
  • Exam - 10 Multi Choice Questions

MODULE 6: Understanding Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)

  • Understanding the Spine
  • Causes and Risk Factors
  • How SCI is managed
  • Understand Rehab needed
  • Exam - 10 Multi Choice Questions

MODULE 7: 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
  • Drop four
  • Drop wrist
  • Bladder and bowel
  • Autonomic dyspraxia
  • Edema; its causes and treatment
  • Brain Fog
  • Exam - 10 Multi Choice Questions

MODULE 8: Case Study

  • Example to read, with suggested Treatment plan

Final Exams:

  • Case study
  • 5 Multiple choice Q and A’s
  • One 5 Written answers

Course Extras:

  • Student handbook
  • Video library
  • Massage routine video
  • Props video
  • Downloadable pdfs
  • Consultation forms
  • Massage routines
  • Fact sheets

Course Disclaimer

The “Diploma in Massaging People with spinal cord injuries injuries” is a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course designed to enhance your current skills and knowledge. 

The term “diploma” in this context means you have completed this specific CPD training. It recognises advanced training and expertise. 

Please note that this “diploma” can support professional insurance and is offered at an advanced standard.

For any questions, please contact our support team.

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