Self-Care: Body Mechanics for the Massage Therapist (6CE)
Learn recommended body positions to help you work effectively and minimize the stress on your body.
Become familiar with common injuries in this profession, and gain awareness of how your body mechanics can prevent particular injuries and problems as a massage therapist. Learn how the delivery of force in massage therapy is affected by gravity, table height, lubricant, and tools.
Learn recommended body positions to help you work effectively and minimize the stress on your body.
Become familiar with common injuries in this profession, and gain awareness of how your body mechanics can prevent particular injuries and problems as a massage therapist. Learn how the delivery of force in massage therapy is affected by gravity, table height, lubricant, and tools.
Learn recommended body positions to help you work effectively and minimize the stress on your body.
Become familiar with common injuries in this profession, and gain awareness of how your body mechanics can prevent particular injuries and problems as a massage therapist. Learn how the delivery of force in massage therapy is affected by gravity, table height, lubricant, and tools.
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM CST
Supplies Needed: Massage table (please contact us if you do not have one) + Massage sheets + Bolster + Notebook and pen (encouraged) + Snacks and water (encouraged)
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Licensed massage therapists can receive 6 CE (NCBTMB approved, Course #CE4022636) upon completing this course. All participants must check with their State Regulatory Boards to verify their CE requirements. Must be present for duration of class.
You will have time to describe and demonstrate proper body mechanics and explain when it may be appropriate to lean, pull, push, or squat while giving a massage. We will discuss how to maintain upper extremity joint alignment (stacking) while working around the massage table. We will also discuss and demonstrate proper head and neck posture while delivering a massage.