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Abuse - Child for PA Mandatory Reporters
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Richard Saporito, DC
Price $38.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Cite statistics on the scope of child abuse in Pennsylvania
Define the term child
Define the term perpetrator
Differentiate the commission of abuse from failure to act
Explain the religious exemption to neglect
Describe the effects of domestic violence on children in the home
Define human trafficking
List the risk factors to children / adolescents becoming victims of human trafficking
Compare and contrast Child Protective Services and General Protective Services
List the responsibilities of the Child Protective Services agencies
Explain the goals of General Protective Services
Outline the investigative process that occurs once a report is filed
Indicate the additional procedures involved when the alleged perpetrator is a school or child services employee
Define mandatory reporter and permissive reporter
Explain the reporting requirements of mandatory reporters
Outline the process of making a report of suspected abuse – Childline
Summarize the suspension of privileged communication and the exemptions
Define Presumption of Good Faith
Explain the granting of immunity to mandatory and permissive reporters
List the penalties for failure to report suspected child abuse by mandatory reporters
List signs of abuse and neglect
Explain the appropriate history and examination components in cases of suspected abuse and neglect
Cite resources for patient education
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NOTE: CE Course #OCEC0001 Approved by PA Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs for Mandatory Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting and counts towards 2 hours of PA license renewal credit
Approval Code(s) CE Course #OCEC0001 Approved by PA Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs for Mandatory Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting and counts towards 2 hours of PA license renewal credit
Abuse - Child for PA Mandatory Reporters for Initial Licensure
Credit Hours(s) 3.0
Instructors Richard Saporito, DC
Price $57.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Cite statistics on the scope of child abuse in Pennsylvania
Define the term child
Define the term perpetrator
Differentiate the commission of abuse from failure to act
Explain the religious exemption to neglect
Describe the effects of domestic violence on children in the home
Define human trafficking
List the risk factors to children / adolescents becoming victims of human trafficking
Compare and contrast Child Protective Services and General Protective Services
List the responsibilities of the Child Protective Services agencies
Explain the goals of General Protective Services
Outline the investigative process that occurs once a report is filed
Indicate the additional procedures involved when the alleged perpetrator is a school or child services employee
Define mandatory reporter and permissive reporter
Explain the reporting requirements of mandatory reporters
Outline the process of making a report of suspected abuse – Childline
Summarize the suspension of privileged communication and the exemptions
Define Presumption of Good Faith
Explain the granting of immunity to mandatory and permissive reporters
List the penalties for failure to report suspected child abuse by mandatory reporters
List signs of abuse and neglect
Explain the appropriate history and examination components in cases of suspected abuse and neglect
Explain the reasons victims do not report abuse
Outline the psychological sequelae to abuse during childhood
Recognize the DSM-5 criteria for psychiatric conditions associated with victims of abuse
Cite resources for patient education
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NOTE: CE Course #OCEC0002 Approved by PA Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs for Mandatory Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting and counts towards 3 hours of CE
Approval Code(s) CE Course #OCEC0002 Approved by PA Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs for Mandatory Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting and counts towards 3 hours of PA license renewal credit
Addictions 101 : History of Abuse of Drugs and Alcohol/Strategies for Dealing With Addictions - One's Own and Those of One's Patients
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Angelica Redleaf, DC
Price $28.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Describe the history of alcohol and drug abuse
Define the reasons for the impact of alcohol and drug abuse
Indicate the types of drug and alcohol abuses
Recognize substance abuse in one's practice
Develop strategies for dealing with our patient's and our own drug/alcohol addictions
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
AIDS 103 : Manual Therapy Interventions for People Living with HIV Disease
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Paul Powers, DC, DABCN
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Apply manual therapy interventions for people living with HIV disease
List the applicability of soft tissue mobilization, muscle energy technique, and myofacial release in the treatment of patients with HIV disease
Describe craniosacral therapy and lymphatic drainage techniques in the treatment of patients with HIV disease
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
AIDS 106 : HIV Facts and Information
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Ron Steriti, ND, PhD
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Define HIV
Outline HIV epidemiology and symptoms
Discuss the effects of HIV on health and wellness
Review current facts about the HIV and AIDS epidemic both in the U.S. and worldwide
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
AIDS 107 : Information for Health Care Workers
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Ron Steriti, ND, PhD
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Discuss strategies for preventing HIV in the health care workplace
Outline universal precautions and additional precautions to prevent transmission of HIV by blood
Apply what to do when there has been a possible exposure to HIV infection
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
AIDS 108 : HIV and AIDS Update: Caring for A Person With HIV and AIDS
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Ron Steriti, ND, PhD
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Define and discuss confidentiality laws covering the medical records of HIV/AIDS patients
Define and discuss behavioral interventions for HIV/AIDS patients
Outline the screening of HIV-infected persons for HIV transmission risk
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
An Overview of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome MT : The Basics of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Joanne Brown, MS, OT, CHT
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Identify the etiology, incidence and prevalence of CTS
Identify 3 provocative maneuvers for diagnosing CTS
List 3 treatment interventions for CTS
Identify massage techniques used in the treatment of CTS
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Anatomy 101 : Anterior Cervical Musculature
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Robert Schwer, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Dissect and identify musculature of the anterior cervical spine.
Identify and learn the origin and insertion of specific musculature of the anterior cervical spine.
Describe the innervation of specific anterior cervical musculature.
Learn the anatomic relationship of anterior cervical spine musculature to other structures.
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Anatomy 102 : Musculature of the Shoulder
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Robert Schwer, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
To dissect and identify musculature of the shoulder
Identify and learn the origin and insertion of specific musculature of the shoulder
Construct a list of differential diagnoses for Clinical Shoulder Pathologies
Learn the anatomic relationship of shoulder to other structures and correlate them to an MRI
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Anatomy 103 : Bones and Joints of the Hand
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Robert Schwer, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Locate and identify the various bones that make up the hand
Identify bony landmarks and the parts of the bones that make up the hand
Identify various joint structures within the hand
View the anatomic relationship of the bones of the hand to other bony and soft tissue structures
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Anatomy 104 : Musculature of the Hip
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Robert Schwer, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Dissect and identify musculature, nerve and vascular aspects of the hip
Identify and learn the origin and insertion of specific musculature of the hip
Describe the innervation of specific hip musculature.
Learn the anatomic relationship of hip musculature to other structures and their relationships on the MRI
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Anatomy 105 : Anatomy of the Elbow
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Robert Schwer, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Locate skeletal structures and landmarks of the elbow joint.
Identify ligamentous and neurovascular anatomy of the elbow complex.
Name the origin, insertion and innervation of musculature around the elbow.
Assess the relationship of bony and soft tissue structures around the elbow.
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Anatomy of the Forearm and Hand : The Basics of Forearm and Hand Anatomy
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Janet Cope, MS, OT
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Identify and match surface landmarks to underlying anatomy
Identify and locate joints of the wrist and hand
Name the motion that occurs at the joints of the wrist and hand
Identify osteology of the wrist, hand and forearm
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Boundary Training 101 : Gender Roles and Traits
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Angelica Redleaf, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Discuss the concept of Gender as it relates to society, language and culture
Identify Gender roles in Western Society
Recognize innate gender traits in males and females
Summarize socially imposed gender traits
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Boundary Training 102 : Gender, Power and the Doctor Patient Relationship
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Angelica Redleaf, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Identify aspects of male and female psychological development
Relate basic concepts of Gender and Power
List female and male leadership factors
Discuss gender and the Doctor/Patient relationship
Identify the ways which gender affects the Doctor/Patient relationship
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Boundary Training 103 : Sexuality and the Doctor Patient Relationship
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Angelica Redleaf, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Describe what accounts for the differences, in practice style and patient care, between males and females healthcare providers
Define differing sexualities in western culture
Review sexuality as it relates to the Doctor/Patient relationship
Identify misconceptions in personal definitions of male, female, power and sexuality
Recognize when Power is misused and becomes a threat
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Boundary Training 104 : Touch and the Doctor Patient Relationship
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Angelica Redleaf, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Define Touch as it relates to perception, gender and culture
Discuss the giving up of power as it relates to patients and touch
Recognize the perception, intention, and uses of touch
Perform an analysis of individual conceptions of gender and sexuality
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Boundary Training 105 : Practical Applications Gender, Sexuality, Touch, Harassment and Sexual Misconduct
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Angelica Redleaf, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Perform an exercise to identify personal concepts of touch
Create practical applications for healthcare practitioners with regard to gender, touch, and sexuality
Define sexual misconduct
Recognize the difference between sexual misconduct and sexual harassment
Critique different models of misconduct
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Boundary Training 106 : Examples and Common Fears About Sexual Misconduct; Caring for the Abused Patient
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Angelica Redleaf, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Describe how misconduct occurs
Distinguish between different types of offenders
Give examples of case studies in sexual misconduct
Identify common fears and misconceptions of sexual misconduct
Specify important concepts of treated a patient who has a history of abuse
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Boundary Training 107 : Consent, Power Issues, Adherence vs.Compliance, Risk Levels One Faces as A Healthcare Provider
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Angelica Redleaf, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Define professional boundaries and relate the issue of consent
Describe the three types of power, the three patterns of power, and how power is used
Discuss the differences between adherence vs. compliance and transference vs. countertransference
Identify anatomical risk levels for touch
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Boundary Training 108 : Safe Touch Guidelines and Strategies For Safe Touching
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Angelica Redleaf, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Develop safe touch guidelines
Create a set of office based interventions and patient based interventions in the development of safe practice strategies
Define educational interventions for safe practice strategies
Define the basics of the supervision for a safe practice strategy
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Boundary Training 109 : Safe Practice Analysis; Risk Factor Analysis - Self Assessments
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Angelica Redleaf, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Develop and outline for safe practice analysis
Perform a risk factor analysis
Execute a healthcare provider questionnaire
Create a staff evaluation to implement at the office
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Boundary Training 110 : Buddy and Supervisor Evaluations
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Angelica Redleaf, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Develop and implement a buddy/supervisor evaluation of the healthcare provider and staff
Develop and implement a patient evaluation of the healthcare provider and staff
Create a system of analysis for the buddy/supervisor, healthcare provider, staff and patient evaluations
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Boundary Training 111 : Making Necessary Changes in One's Office/Practice; Diffusing Attractions
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Angelica Redleaf, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Develop a plan for change based on the risk factor analysis (RFA) and practice evaluation questionnaires
Identify areas of improvement for touch, consent, communication and respect
Address concerns raised by staff and patients
Discuss ways to defuse attraction
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Boundary Training 112 : Dealing with Attractions; Creating A Safe Practice
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Angelica Redleaf, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Develop guidelines of dealing with a patient who is attracted to you
Develop guidelines of dealing with feeling an attraction
Discuss the six factors for a safe practice
Describe the new partnership between healthcare providers and patients
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Cultural Competency 201 : Developing the Knowledge and Skills in Caring for Those From Other Races and Cultures
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Angelica Redleaf, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Develop an appreciation of the impact of culture group, minority group and racial group on the health care relationship
Increase sensitivity, knowledge and skills to promote effective intercultural interactions
Identify the professional's own cultural identity/judgments /biases and their impact on their behavior and how they are perceived by clients and patients
Recognize cultural variables that appear in verbal and non-verbal communication
Examine the influence of culture in our patient population
Differentiate the provider's culture
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Cultural Competency 202 : How to Develop the Needed Skills and Understanding to Care for the Rising Latino Population in the US
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Angelica Redleaf, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Examine the historical background of the various Latino/Hispanic groups in the U.S.
Develop the skills needed to care for people from Spanish speaking parts of the world
Increase our understanding of the cultural traits of Latino/Hispanic groups in the U.S.
Summarize specific traits of various Latino/Hispanic groups
Recognize how we can narrow the gap between us
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Emergency Procedures 101 : Preparing for Common Medical Emergencies
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Brett Kinsler, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Know how to prepare for a medical emergency
Review four emergency medical conditions: Stroke, Heart Attack, Difficulty Breathing, Diabetic Emergencies
Recognize the causes, symptoms and signs for these emergencies
Understand how to provide the appropriate emergency treatments
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Emergency Procedures 102 : Developing an Emergency Preparedness Manual for Your Office and Review CPR Changes
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Brett Kinsler, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Gain the knowledge to develop an Emergency Preparedness Manual for your office
Define crisis management procedures in advance for fires, child abduction, workplace violence, bomb threats and other situations
Explain the importance of an emergency continuity plan
Recognize why CPR was changed and compare the new rules
Perform more effective CPR even before you refresh your certification
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Ethics for Professionals 101 : Morality and Ethics in Professional Practice
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Paul Powers, DC, DABCN
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Define morality and ethics and distinguish between the two
Describe three moralities that health professionals must integrate into their own moral life
Identify some major sources of moral beliefs in Western societies
Distinguish between an ethical issue and ethical problem
List three ways that ethics is useful in everyday professional practice
Describe what material cooperation entails
Identify some mechanisms available to protect the personal moral convictions of health professionals
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Ethics for Professionals 102 : Ethical Problems, Ethical Distress and Ethical Dilemma's
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Paul Powers, DC, DABCN
Price $28.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Identify the goal of professional ethics activity.
Describe the basic idea of a caring response and some ways this response in a professional relationship is distinguished from expressions of care in other types of relationships.
Identify three component parts of any ethical problem.
Describe what an agent is and, more importantly, what it is to be a moral agent.
Name the three prototypical ethical problems.
Describe the role of emotions in ethical distress.
Distinguish between two varieties of ethical distress.
Compare the fundamental difference between ethical distress and an ethical dilemma.
Define ethical paternalism or parentalism.
Describe a type of ethical dilemma that challenges a professionals desire (and duty) to treat everyone fairly and equitably.
Identify the fundamental difference between distress or dilemma problems and locus of authority problems.
Identify four criteria that will assist you in deciding who should assume authority for a specific ethical decision to achieve a caring response.
Become familiar with AOTA and APTA Code of Ethics
Become familiar with the Guide to Professional Conduct for PT
Indiana PTs - become familiar with the IN PT Rules and Practice Act
Texas PTs - become familiar with the TX PT Rules and Practice Act
Utah PTs - become familiar with the UT PT Rules and Practice Act
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Ethics for Professionals 103 : The Analysis of Ethical Problems in Professional Life
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Paul Powers, DC, DABCN
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Identify six steps in the analysis of ethical problems encountered in everyday professional life and how each plays a part in arriving at a caring response.
Describe the central role of narrative and virtue theories in gathering relevant information for a caring response.
List four areas of inquiry that will be useful when gathering relevant information to make sure you have the story straight.
Describe the role of conduct-related ethical theories and approaches in arriving at a caring response.
Describe why imagination is an essential aspect of seeking out the practical alternatives in an ethically challenging situation.
Discuss how courage assists you in a caring response.
Identify two benefits of taking time to reflect on and evaluate the action afterward.
Become familiar with AOTA and APTA Code of Ethics
Become familiar with the Guide to Professional Conduct for PT's
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Ethics for Professionals 104 : Ethics of Confidential Information
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Paul Powers, DC, DABCN
Price $28.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Define the terms confidential information and confidentiality.
Identify the relationship of a patient's legal right to privacy with his reasonable expectations regarding confidential information.
Describe how the telling and keeping of secrets is relevant to understanding the importance of confidentiality.
Discuss the ethical norms involved in keeping and breaking professional confidences.
Name five general legal exceptions to the professional standard of practice that confidences should not be broken.
Consider practical options that a professional can take when faced with the possibility of breaking a confidence.
Discuss some important aspects of documentation that affect confidentiality.
Compare ethical issues of confidentiality traditionally conceived with those that have arisen because of computerized medical records and patient care information systems.
Describe the key ethical strengths and challenges of the recent U.S. federal regulations related to privacy considerations (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996).
Become familiar with AOTA and APTA Code of Ethics
Review and become familiar with the TX PT Rules
Read case scenarios illustrating ethical decision making
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Ethics for Professionals 105 : Informed Consent
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Paul Powers, DC, DABCN
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Describe three basic legal concepts that led to the doctrine of informed consent.
Describe three approaches to determining the disclosure standard for judging that a patient or client has been informed.
Discuss three major aspects of the process of obtaining informed consent.
Distinguish "general consent" from "special consent" documents.
Differentiate between the never-competent and once-competent patient or client and the challenges posed by each in regard to informed consent.
Compare informed consent as it is used in health care practice and in human studies research.
Describe some considerations one must always take into account to be sure one is being culturally competent and honoring cultural difference when informed consent is the standard.
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Fibromyalgia 104 : Bodywork Approaches to Fibromyalgia
Credit Hours(s) 5.0
Instructors Joanne Brown, MS, OT, CHT
Price $70.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Review different bodywork approaches in the treatment of fibromyalgia
Compare and contrast 3 patterns of dysfunction seen in patients with fibromyalgia
Examine the soft tissue stress response sequence
Differentiate responses between postural and phasic muscles
Discuss important tests involved in the assessment and treatment of patients with fibromyalgia
Examine the neuromuscular technique
Describe 3 Muscle Energy Techniques
Analyze positional release variations and rules of treatment
Become familiar with respiratory function assessments and responses
Outline a summary of soft tissue approaches to treat fibromyalgia
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Fibromyalgia 107 : Fibromyalgia and Related Disorders
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Joanne Brown, MS, OT, CHT
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Discuss the treatment of fibromyalgia and myofascial pain syndrome
Become familiar with differential diagnosis for fibromyalgia
Outline and describe the epidemiology and clinical presentation of fibromyalgia
Describe the pharmacological management of fibromyalgia
Describe 5 functional outcomes in chronic muscle pain
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Gender and Sensitivity 101 : Professional Boundaries in Healthcare Relationship; Harassment vs. Misconduct
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Angelica Redleaf, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Examine the impact of sexual boundaries on the health care relationship
Recognize the most common misconceptions about sexual boundaries
Distinguish between sexual misconduct and sexual harassment
Demonstrate the need for providing safety for patients
Identify the inherent dangers of being in a power position
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Gender and Sensitivity 102 : Caring for Those Who Have Been Sexually Abused; Patient Protection Protocol
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Angelica Redleaf, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Define sex abuse
Identify the characteristics of an abused individual
Appraise the effects of abuse on the health care relationship
Create an individualized Patient Protection Protocol
Develop office procedures and policies that will create a safe and comfortable environment for all patients
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Hot Stone Massage 201
Credit Hours(s) 3.0
Instructors Allan Hickey, LMT
Price $42.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Cite basic knowledge concerning the benefits and marketability of Kyle's Caribbean Hot Stone Massage and what type of clients can benefit from the Hot Stone Massage
Give examples of the differences in Kyle's Caribbean Hot Stone Massage and the typical Hot Stone Massage offered by the rest of the Massage Industry
Classify the needed materials and supplies for the Hot Stone Massage
Summarize general knowledge of some of the more common contra-indications for Hot Stone Massage
Illustrate proper set up of the equipment, supplies, and room environment for the Hot Stone Massage
Demonstrate general knowledge of the control of heat for the Hot Stones
Relate the ability to perform the Hot Stone Massage step by step
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Implicit Bias : The Connection of Implicit Bias: Barriers to Care and Disparities in Access to and the Delivery of Health Care
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Jeanine Abrons, PharmD, MS
Price $38.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Define the concepts of implicit bias and equitable access to health care
Describe historical factors impacting trust in the medical system
Recognize and understand the impact of implicit bias on perception, judgment, and actions that may result in inequitable decision making, failure to effectively communicate, and barriers or disparities in access to and the delivery of health care services
Identify appropriate methods of addressing implicit bias
Identify strategies to ensure that healthcare providesr are enhancing access to care and reducing disparities in the access to and delivery of healthcare services (e.g., understanding differences in needs of diverse population, establishing diversity and inclusion initiatives, and working to enhance personal cultural sensitivity)
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Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Infectious Disease 101 : Evidence Based Decontamination for Manual Providers
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Brett Kinsler, DC
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Define the terminology of decontamination, disinfection and sterilization in a clinical setting.
Explain the basis of universal precautions and its implementation
Discuss the latest research and evidence for risk of treatment table contamination in chiropractic and manual therapy offices.
Learn the recommended evidence based disinfection methods of clinician hands, tables and equipment for manual providers.
Identify the Spaulding Classification System for disinfection and sterilization of patient care items and equipment.
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Lymphology 101 : Lipedema
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Joanne Brown, MS, OT, CHT
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Recite the definition of lipedema and list 5 signs and symptoms
Describe the pathophysiology and pathology associated with lipedema
List 5 complications and combinations with other diseases
Explain the prognosis for patients with lipedema
Differentiate between the diagnosis of lipedema and and common differential diagnosis
Become familiar with the role of therapy for patients with lipedema
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Lymphology 102 : Generalized Edemas in Women
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Joanne Brown, MS, OT, CHT
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Define and differentiate cyclic-idiopathic, idiopathic-orthostatic and idiopathic edema syndromes
Define and describe edema syndromes independent of the menstrual cycle
Describe 3 generalized edemas caused by abuse of diuretics and or laxatives
Become familiar and list the components of rehabilitation with generalized edemas
Describe the physiological edema that occurs during pregnancy
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Lymphology 103 : Decongestive Kinesiotherapy, Respiratory Therapy, Physiotherapy and Other PT Techniques
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Joanne Brown, MS, OT, CHT
Price $28.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Recite the basic principles of Decongestive Kinesiotherapy and Respiratory Therapy
Describe the functional rehab of pts with lymphedema
Recall 3 effects of radiation
Describe the chronic effects of radiation
Compare and contrast principles of manual lymph drainage
Describe the treatment of radiation-induced fibrosis
Become familiar with compression therapy with radiation induced plexopathy
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Lymphology 105 : Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) and Venous-Lymphostatic Insufficiency (VLI)
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Joanne Brown, MS, OT, CHT
Price $28.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Recall the physiology with venous hemodynamics of the leg
Recite the pathophysiology of venous hemodynamics in CVI
Describe post-thrombotic syndrome and understand treatment, pathophysiology and clinical stages
Become familiar with suprafascial CVI
Compare and contrast the diagnosis and differential diagnosis of CVI
List 5 methods of prevention for CVI and VLI
Describe components of complete decongesitive therapy and drug therapy used with CVI and VLI
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Massage Therapy 206 : Evidence for Sports Massage Benefit
Credit Hours(s) 3.0
Instructors Joanne Brown, MS, OT, CHT
Price $42.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Understand and describe massage outcomes based on known and theoretical physiologic mechanisms
List and describe four general outcomes for the athlete/fitness and physical rehabilitation population
Explain evidence that indicates that massage is a supportive and safe intervention
Describe the potential for adverse effects from massage application
Adapt massage for athletes based on research evidence
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Massage Therapy 207 : Assessment for Sports Massage and Physical Rehabilitation Application
Credit Hours(s) 4.0
Instructors Joanne Brown, MS, OT, CHT
Price $56.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Describe assessment for the sport and fi tness population
Apply a clinical reasoning process to treatment plan development
Develop outcome goals that are quantifiable and qualifi able
Adapt charting methods to the athletic population
Complete a comprehensive history
Complete a comprehensive physical assessment
Perform postural assessment
Perform basic orthopedic tests to assess for joint injury
Analyze movement assessment findings
Perform muscle strength assessment
Describe and assess kinetic chain function
Perform gait assessment
Perform palpation assessment
Integrate clinical reasoning into the treatment plan using assessment findings
Relate assessment data to first-degree, second-degree, and third-degree dysfunction, and categorize the adaptation response to stage 1, 2, or 3 pathology
Integrate ongoing assessment data channeled into appropriate massage treatment strategies
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Massage Therapy 208 : Stretching
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Joanne Brown, MS, OT, CHT
Price $28.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Define stretching
Explain stretching as an intervention
List assessments used to determine whether stretching would be beneficial
Define active and passive stretching
Define flexibility
Use joint movement methods to assess for reduced or excessive range of motion
Describe symptoms related to hypomobility or hypermobility
Describe anatomic, physiologic, and pathologic barriers
Use stretching methods effectively and safely
Define muscle energy techniques
Explain why muscle energy techniques complement stretching methods
Define and demonstrate three types of muscle contractions used during muscle energy techniques
Explain and demonstrate the use of breath and eye movement during muscle energy techniques
Explain and demonstrate seven variations of muscle energy techniques
Define direct tissue stretching
Demonstrate longitudinal and cross-directional direct tissue stretching
Combine stretching methods for increased effect
Define and demonstrate active release and pin and stretch
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Massage Therapy 209 : Focused Massage Application
Credit Hours(s) 4.0
Instructors Joanne Brown, MS, OT, CHT
Price $56.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Perform indirect functional techniques
Perform direct functional techniques
Perform circulation support and lymphatic drain massage
Perform connective tissue application
Perform trigger point therapy
Perform joint play
Perform specific releases
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Medical Errors 101 : Avoiding Medical Errors
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Virginia Norris-Schafer, DC, MD
Price $28.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
List some of the most common medical errors reported in the US health care system
List the three major systems that the President of the US in 2000 mentioned in his speech regarding errors in the health care system and discuss ways these tools could help decrease errors in our health care system
Name a few organizations that collect data from health organizations to help analyze medical errors to help correct on a state level, and a national level
Discuss the Evidence Based Practice and converse why this is an important concept in preventing medical errors
Name the industry that is the template for a medical error system that works on each level of the structure, denying individual blame
List some concepts in quality improvement that AHRQ and other organizations are working on to decrease Medical errors
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Oncology Rehab 101 : Breast Cancer Recovery: Rehabilitation After Breast Cancer
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Naomi Aaronson, MA, OTR/L, CHT
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Describe and list local and systemic treatments for breast cancer
Discuss physical and psychosocial implications of breast cancer treatment
Outline and describe the process of evaluation for individuals with breast cancer
Create appropriate rehabilitative goals for individuals with breast cancer
Design an appropriate rehabilitative session for breast cancer patients
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pain 105 : Cancer: Pathology, Physical Activity, Nutrition, Massage Therapy and Acupuncture
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Dean Smith, DC, PhD
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Outline the nature of and hallmarks of cancer
Summarize the relationship between physical activity and cancer
Summarize the relationship between nutrition and cancer
Summarize the relationship between massage therapy and cancer
Summarize the relationship between acupuncture and cancer
Summarize the relationship between manual therapy and cancer
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pain 106 : Pain, Inflammation, Back Pain, Fibromyalgia and Peripheral Neuropathy
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Ron Steriti, ND, PhD
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Summarize the assessment and diagnosis of pain
List and describe 5 common causes of back pain and how to prevent injury
Outline the causes of fibromyalgia
Illustrate the mechanisms of inflammation and pain
Discuss the pain of peripheral neuropathy
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pathology 101 : Disease Awareness and Infection Control
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Ruth Coopee, MT, OT, CHT
Price $28.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Define massage therapy, pathology, and basic terminology used in the study of pathology and describe 2 ways to evaluate the credibility of Internet sources
Describe 5 types of diseases, types of pathogens, the chain of infection, disease transmission, and immune responses
Explain 3 contraindications and 3 standard precautions, including hand hygiene and proper use of disposable gloves
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pathology 102 : Dermatological Pathologies
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Ruth Coopee, MT, OT, CHT
Price $28.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Discuss anatomy, physiology, and describe 3 effects of aging of the integumentary system
Define bacterial, fungal, viral infections and inflammatory skin conditions and list 3 appropriate massage modifications for each
Describe lice, mites, skin injuries, other skin disorders, proliferations, and skin pigmentations and list 3 appropriate massage modifications for each
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pathology 103 : Musculoskeletal Pathologies
Credit Hours(s) 4.0
Instructors Ruth Coopee, MT, OT, CHT
Price $56.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Discuss anatomy, physiology, and the effects of aging on the skeletal and muscular systems
Define skeletal disorders, spinal deviations, foot deformities, joint disorders, and types of arthritis and list 3 massage implications for each
Describe various muscular, myofascial disorders and musculoskeletal injuries and list 3 massage implications for each
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pathology 104 : Nervous Pathologies
Credit Hours(s) 3.0
Instructors Ruth Coopee, MT, OT, CHT
Price $42.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Discuss anatomy, physiology, and the describe 3 effects of aging on the nervous system
Identify 3 central nervous system disorders and list 3 massage considerations for each
Define 3 infectious diseases of the nervous system and list 3 massage considerations for each
Name 3 neurodegenerative diseases and describe 3 massage considerations for each
Define 3 neurovascular disorders and list 3 massage considerations for each
Name 3 conditions of the peripheral nervous system and list 3 massage considerations for each
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pathology 105 : Endocrine Pathologies
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Ruth Coopee, MT, OT, CHT
Price $28.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Discuss anatomy, physiology, and the effects of aging on the endocrine system
Define 3 diseases of the pituitary, thyroid, and parathyroid glands and list 3 massage considerations for each
Identify 3 diseases of the adrenal cortex and types of diabetes mellitus and list 3 massage considerations for each
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pathology 106 : Cardiovascular and Lympahtic/Immune Pathologies
Credit Hours(s) 4.0
Instructors Ruth Coopee, MT, OT, CHT
Price $56.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Understand anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system.
Understand the cardiovascular/immune system's role in maintaining homeostasis.
Describe medications used to manage cardiovascular disease.
Identify general manifestations of cardiovascular and lymphatic/immune disease.
Identify and differentiate at least 10 different cardiovascular and lymphatic/immune pathologies.
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pathology 107 : Cancer and Neoplasia
Credit Hours(s) 3.0
Instructors Ruth Coopee, MT, OT, CHT
Price $42.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Understand cancer, current treatments and their implications for massage therapy.
Describe cancer treatments and side effects of the three most common cancer tretaments.
Identify cancer risk factors.
Identify and describe medications used to manage cancer and identify side effects.
Describe various types of cancer and massage considerations.
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pathology 108 : Respiratory Pathologies
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Ruth Coopee, MT, OT, CHT
Price $28.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Discuss anatomy, physiology, and the describe 3 effects of aging on the respiratory system
Define upper respiratory tract infections and list 3 massage considerations for each
Discuss lower respiratory tract infections and describe 3 massage considerations for each
List 3 chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, vascular disorders, and immune disorders and describe 3 massage considerations for each
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pathology 109 : Gastrointestinal Pathologies
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Ruth Coopee, MT, OT, CHT
Price $28.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Discuss anatomy, physiology, and describe 3 effects of aging on the gastrointestinal system
Define general dysfunctions of the gastrointestinal tract and describe 3 diseases of the upper gastrointestinal tract along with 3 massage considerations for each
Describe 3 diseases of the lower gastrointestinal tract including the diseases of the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas and describe 3 massage considerations for each
Identify 2 types of hernias, peritonitis, and disorders of nutrient intake and absorption and describe 3 massage considerations for each
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pathology 110 : Urinary Pathologies
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Ruth Coopee, MT, OT, CHT
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Discuss anatomy, physiology, and describe 3 effects of aging on the urinary system
Examine and define disorders of the kidneys and describe 3 massage considerations for each
Define disorders of the bladder and urinary tract and describe 3 massage considerations for each
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pathology 111 : Reproductive Conditions, Reproductive Pathologies and Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Ruth Coopee, MT, OT, CHT
Price $28.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Discuss anatomy, physiology, and describe 3 effects of aging on the reproductive system
Define disorders, conditions, and pathologies of the female reproductive system, the first, second, and third trimesters of pregnancy, and the postpartum period, and describe 3 massage considerations for each
List and examine 3 pathologies of the breast, prostate, and sexually transmitted infections and describe 3 massage considerations for each
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pathology 112 : The Breast
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Ruth Coopee, MT, OT, CHT
Price $28.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Describe normal anatomy of the breast
List 5 factors of breast cancer
Explain the incidence of breast cancer and its impact on society
Explain the pathogenesis of fibrocystic changes and describe 3 histological changes
Describe the most common benign breast tumor including appearance, histological features and peak age of incidence
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pathology 113 : The Skin
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Ruth Coopee, MT, OT, CHT
Price $28.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Define and differentiate skin lesions such as macule, papule, vesicle, pustule, ulcer and scar
Describe skin lesions caused by mechanical trauma
Explain short term and long term effects of ultraviolet light on the skin
Describe skin infections caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites
Describe typical lesions of acne vulgaris and explain their pathogenesis
Describe 2 manifestations of seborrheic dermatitis
List the most important neoplastic skin lesions involving the dermis
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pathology 114 : Fluid and Hemodynamic Disorders
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Ruth Coopee, MT, OT, CHT
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Define edema and give 5 clinical examples
Define shock and explain it pathogenesis
List 5 conditions that predispose an individual to arterial thrombi
Define emboli and give 5 clinical examples
Describe the 5 clinical consquences of venous and arterial thrombi
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pathology 115 : Cell Pathology
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Ruth Coopee, MT, OT, CHT
Price $28.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
List the most important causes of cell injury
Describe 3 types of cell adaptations
Describe cellular aging
Compare 2 forms of cell death: necrosis and apoptosis
Describe various forms of necrosis and give examples of each
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pathology 116 : Inflammation
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Joanne Brown, MS, OT, CHT
Price $28.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Define inflammation and describe the cellular events that occur during acute inflammation
Describe the vascular changes that occur during acute inflammation
Explain the function of proteins and the clotting system in inflammation
Explain the functions of cytokines released in inflammation
Describe and differentiate local and systemic symptoms of inflammation
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Pre and Post Natal Pregnancy Massage 201
Credit Hours(s) 2.0
Instructors Allan Hickey, LMT
Price $28.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Recognize the differences in the Pregnancy Massage as taught in this course versus the industry pregnancy standard massage.
Set up a massage room and gather necessary equipment for a Pregnancy Massage
Complete effective intake and pre and post massage information flow between client and massage therapist
Distinguish common contra-indications associated with Pregnancy Massage (health status of client that would prevent you giving them a healthy massage)
Recognize correct techniques to assist pregnant clients in the room, up onto the massage table, during the massage, and assist the clients off of the massage table
Perform a safe, effective, and soothing Pregnancy Massage
Recognize the difference between pelvic pain and lower back lumbar spine pain in pregnant clients
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
Seated Massage
Credit Hours(s) 1.0
Instructors Ruth Coopee, MT, OT, CHT
Price $14.00 USD
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Educational Objectives
Identify major considerations when purchasing a massage chair
Identify types of seated massage equipment
Identify 5 principles of body mechanics and safety considerations
Identify components of a basic seated massage routine
List 5 advantages of seated massage
Approval Code(s) NCBTMB 422983-00
