With approximately two thirds of massage clients seeking appointments for help with medical conditions now, it is imperative that we understand at least the most common conditions that people are coming in with.

Medical massage uses a wider variety of techniques to target specific medical needs, and is focused on a specific ,medical outcome as opposed to relaxation. A therapist will often need to provide more specific follow up recommendations in a targeted treatment plan and recommendations for timed visits. Medical massage can also be used as a preventative measure against chronic pain conditions by addressing trigger points and soft tissue injuries.

This course is about improving your understanding of issues, covering a variety of cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine and nervous system disorders.

Please note that reproductive issues are dealt with in the womens health course, and digestive disorders are found in the colon course.

This course combines well with:-

Advanced Colon Massage

Massage for Womens Health

Oncology Massage

Post-Surgical Breast Massage

Legislation

Professional Code of Conduct

Anatomy and Physiology

Fibromyalgia

Multiple Sclerosis

Chronic Pain

Conditions of the Endocrine System:-

Type 1 (Insulin Dependant) Diabetes Mitochondria and Metabolic Fitness in Diabetic Athletes

Thyroid Conditions

Respiratory Conditions:-

Asthma

COPD

Cystic Fibrosis

Bronchiectasis

Cardiovascular Health:-

Hypertension

Peripheral Artery Disease

COST:£265

DURATION: at your own pace

PRE-REQUISITES:

This course is intended for anyone who has completed basic body massage/sports massage training and has level 3 anatomy and physiology.

CPD POINTS: 10

LEARNING OUTCOMES

• to develop your understanding of common medical conditions that clients may have

• to develop your knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the human body

• to familiarise yourself with the necessary precautions when treating such conditions

• to understand physiological changes that happen with certain conditions down to a cellular level

• to learn about preventive self help measures that you can recommend to your clients to ease their symptoms

• to understand the difference between certain medical conditions being contraindicated or not

ASSESSMENT

Theory assessment only. The overall pass mark must exceed 70%. If the mark is lower, a retake is available free of charge.

QUALIFICATION: Common Medical Conditions accredited by the IGCT will act as a valuable addition to your CPD portfolio.