Want to view our webinar on your schedule? You can! Learn the fundamentals of Onocology Massage focusing on the care and techniques needed. Learn the importance of medical massage, and how to properly care for your clients suffering from certain conditions leading to pain or inhibited range of motion. Passing the included test with a passing score of 70 or greater is required to receive credit.
This is our Oncology Massage: Caring for your Patient with Cancer, In-Person Training Course. It is available as a stand-alone 12 CEU In-Person Course, OR you can add the optional License Renewal Package for an additional cost and receive 24 CEU credits. You will receive the remaining 12 CEU Home Study Courses AFTER attending the In-Person Training Course. See About License Renewal Package for more details.
Oncology massage is the modification of existing massage therapy techniques in order to safely work with cancer patients that are in active treatment to those in recovery or survivorship.
All massage techniques will be demonstrated by instructor and all students will give and receive all techniques demonstrated.
This course, will focus on preparing individuals with knowledge needed to provide safe and effective massage therapy for those living with cancer.
This course will include:
Massage Techniques for full body massage
Lymphatic Pump
Is Massage safe for people with cancer
Benefits for People With Cancer
Contraindications
Ports/Lines/Stoma
What Is Cancer?
Can Cancer Be Prevented
Types of Cancer
What is a tumor
Three types of tumors
Cancer Grading and Staging
Signs and Symptoms of Cancer
Types of Cancer Treatment
Gloving and Chemotherapy
Cancer Terminology
Common Cancer Myths and Misconceptions
Unraveling the Origins of Cancer
Reporting to CE Broker in Florida and Georgia only. All other jurisdictions, students must self report to Governing Body.