Fibromyalgia and Massage

E608 - Massage CE Program - 30 CE Hour(s)

Fibromyalgia and Massage prepares massage therapists to safely and conscientiously work on clients who have fibromyalgia.

Fibromyalgia and Massage is designed to provide the massage therapist with a thorough understanding of this highly variable syndrome in order to provide the best care possible to his/her clients. This course serves massage therapists with fibromyalgia clients on three levels; specification of techniques to include in a session, encouragement to seek further education in complementary modalities and referral ideas for clients needing additional support.

Participants will learn the working definition of fibromyalgia syndrome, and the complexities involved in its isolation. Understanding the coexisting and associated conditions better equips the practitioner in their preparedness for helping these clients. While no single causative theory reigns, the proposed theories of why people get fibromyalgia are discussed. With over 500 references, this book is a comprehensive compilation of modern research, varying therapeutic perspectives and many approaches for managing this challenging condition.

Also covered are the coexisting conditions, topical balms and salves, intake forms and checklists, plus exercises, stretches and other valuable patient self-care recommendations.

In addition to the 300 page manual, the course includes a 118-minute video which discusses the syndrome and demonstrates massage strokes therapists can perform on clients to help alleviate symptoms.

The objective of this program is to provide the background and framework necessary for a massage therapist to design a customized management plan for each fibromyalgia client. A crucial element of this framework is uniform assessment, application and re-assessment. Through evaluation of a client's symptoms, a practitioner will choose to apply certain massage techniques and will offer referrals for specified complementary therapies. A thorough understanding of fibromyalgia helps develop the therapist's compassion, confidence and vision to effectively relieve its symptoms.

Sample Video

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Student Reviews

An absolute must for any massage therapist who wants to meet the needs of their fibromyalgia clients. After completing this course, I now feel confident when a client approaches me about their syndrome. This new understanding of FMS has allowed me to be more empathetic and supportive of my clients.

- S. Musick, LMT, ABMP

The course content was very interesting and thorough and provided me with lots of information to provide clients who I work with who have fibromyalgia. This information has helped myself and my clients better understand the multitude of varied symptoms they experience and how to work with them. The DVD was particularly helpful for me in evaluating the eighteen tender spots and the different massage sessions for sleep, pain and headaches. The course has been and will continue to be an excellent resource for my private massage practice. I also have found the fibromyalgia guide to be very helpful for clients and myself.

- B. Ray, NCTMB, AMTA

Thank you for providing great classes. Huge success with my fibro patients!

- S. Buck, LMT, NCTMB

This course was much more in depth than I expected and I love that! I love to learn and always take over what is required in credit hours for renewal every 2 years. Thank you for an amazing study on fibromyalgia!

- N. Ostuni, LMT

Great course! Very insightful and complete. Looks at fibromyalgia from every possible angle!

- S. Yates, LMT, NCTMB, AMTA

It was excellent, I learned so much, I loved it.

- M. Desimone, NCMT, ABMP

I really enjoyed the course and believe that a great job was done with timely delivery and presentation of material� Thanks!

- A. Gotch, LMT

Excellent material. Far exceeded my expectations... the information was outstanding, and I feel I can better guide potential FMS sufferers to alternative support, be it through my knowledge or a fellow expert.

- Samantha Hobbs, LMT, NCTMB

Materials

DVD - 118 minutes
Manual - 300 pages
Multiple choice test - if you prefer to test online please select the "online test" option
Certificate upon completion - if you prefer to print your certificate at home instantly, please select the "online test" option

Display Certificates suitable for framing are available for $10 in addition to the certificate included with your tuition. Click here to order a Display Certificate.

Credits / Tuition

CE Hours: 30

Tuition: $360

Approvals

The Institute is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. Approved Provider 049478-00.

Credits also accepted by the AMTA, ABMP and NAHA.

For information regarding your specific state massage license requirements and approvals, visit our Massage Therapy Continuing Education Requirements page by clicking here.

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