HHWW 016 - Prenatal/Post-Partum Massage

Institution:

Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

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Description:

Addresses the massage techniques to safely use on clients battling cancer to help soothe their pain, discomfort, insomnia and anxiety. This interactive, fast-paced one-day course covers cancer massage research, myths and facts, precautions, contraindications, considerations, safety for the therapist and the client, medication guidelines, and how the mind-body connection is vital in this work Safety techniques for lymph node removal, neuropathy and touch for the medically frail, as well as draping and positioning, are presented and demonstrated. This 8-hour continuing education (CE) class is designed for licensed massage therapist.

Credits:

0.80

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hacc.edu

Phone Number:

(717) 780-2300

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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