Massage People With Stroke
Diploma In Massaging
People Post Stroke
The Diploma in Massaging People Post Stroke is a comprehensive course designed to teach individuals how to provide effective massage therapy to stroke patients. The course covers a range of topics, including understanding what a stroke is, the different types of strokes, complications that can arise, preventative measures and treatments available.
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40+ Guided Hours
Course Certificate
Course Overview
Why Study This Course?
One of the key benefits of the course is that students will learn about the benefits of massage therapy for stroke patients. Massage therapy can help improve circulation, reduce muscle tension and spasms, and promote relaxation and a sense of well-being. It can also aid in the recovery process by improving range of motion and reducing pain and stiffness.
In addition to understanding the benefits of massage therapy, students will also learn important considerations when working with stroke patients, including contraindications, modifications to massage techniques, and documenting treatments. They will also learn about the neuro-specific team members that are involved in a stroke patient’s care, as well as how to approach nervous and anxious clients and address temperature sensitivities.
The course also includes a modules on anatomy, which covers dermatomes, and presentations this includes paralysis, spasticity, muscle tone, hypertonia, hypotonia, spasms, edema, and brain fog. This module provides students with a thorough understanding of the various conditions that stroke patients may experience and how massage therapy can help alleviate their symptoms
The course concludes with a case study and exam, where students will have the opportunity to apply what they have learned and demonstrate their knowledge. With a pass rate of 60%, students who successfully complete the course will receive a diploma in massaging people post stroke.
Overall, the Diploma in Massaging People Post Stroke is an invaluable course for individuals looking to provide effective massage therapy to stroke patients. With a focus on understanding stroke and its various complications, as well as the benefits of massage therapy and important considerations when working with stroke patients, this course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of how to provide effective massage therapy to stroke patients.
Here's What You'll Get
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
MODULE 4: Patient Welfare
- 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
- Onychogryphosis
- Hyperkeratosis
- Calluses
- Pressure sores
- Classifications
- Early symptoms
- Later symptoms
- Prevention
- Massage and pressure sores
- Maintaining skin integrity: Advice for patients
MODULE 6: Understanding Stroke
- Understand what a stroke is
- Different types of strokes
- Complications
- Preventative measures
- Treatments Available
- Benefits of massage to stroke patients
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
- Tremor; seven types of tremor, and treatment
- Edema; its causes and treatment
- Brain Fog
MODULE 8: Case Study
- Example to read, with suggested Treatment plan
Final Exams:
- Case study
- Write treatment plan for answer
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 Transverse Myelitis” 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.
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