Joint mobilisation techniques for the older adult: a CPD workshop

Course

In London

£ 89 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    London

  • Start date

    Different dates available

This CPD course will help you to develop and expand your bodywork skills. You will learn techniques that are safe and effective when working with frailer older adult or with those that are less mobile. During this two day course you will learn how to promote joint mobility, flexibility and ease of movement and include simple stretches that increase muscular relaxation and blood circulation. These techniques require no oil as they are administered through clothes and can be easily integrated into your current form of bodywork.

Facilities

Location

Start date

London
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Keeley Street, Covent Garden, WC2B 4BA

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

- Perform a safe and effective sequence of therapeutic techniques and stretches in prone, supine and side position
- Review anatomy & physiology of the joints
- Identify the natural physiological changes of the aging process
- Demonstrate improved client care when working with frailty.

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Subjects

  • Joint
  • Massage

Course programme

- Relevant anatomy & physiology of the joints
- Differentiating between the natural ageing process and illness
- Treatment sequences for prone, supine and side positions.

Discussion, demonstration, practice, feedback and questions. No oil is used. Please wear loose comfortable clothing and suitable shoes. Any of our CPD or bodywork related courses: Mindful practitioner, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Deep Tissue Massage, Advanced Massage using sports massage techniques, Native American Back Massage, Lomi Lomi or Lymphatic Drainage massage. Or chose from a wide range of modalities offered on our website. General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Student Centre and Library on Monday to Friday from 12:00 – 19:00. See the course guide for term dates and further details

Joint mobilisation techniques for the older adult: a CPD workshop

£ 89 VAT inc.