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Treating the Pregnant Person: Cervical & Thoracic Spine

Treating the Pregnant Person: Cervical & Thoracic Spine

Learn how to safely and effectively treat common conditions of the cervical and thoracic regions of the pregnant client.

Language English
Duration 2h
Instructor

Description

Treating the Pregnant Person: Cervical & Thoracic Spine focuses on the treatment of the cervical and thoracic regions of the pregnant client.

This course is part of a series designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of massage therapists when providing pregnancy-related care.

Delve into the intricacies of the anatomy and physiology of the cervical and thoracic regions, focusing on structures pertinent to pregnancy and childbirth. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the key structural changes in posture during pregnancy, and how these adaptations may contribute to a range of conditions.

Learn how to approach the treatment and assessment of conditions affecting the cervical spine, sinuses, thoracic spine, and rib cage of pregnant individuals with confidence and effectiveness.

Discover detailed instructions using a variety of multimedia for treatment skills and techniques to alleviate pain and address pregnancy-related symptoms, including pregnancy-related rhinitis, neck and shoulder discomfort, rib discomfort, and breathing issues.

This training is a collaboration between Dexterity PD and Trimesters: Massage Therapy Education, which provides the most comprehensive perinatal massage therapy training.

Course Outline

THE CERVICAL REGION

General Anatomy
Neck & Shoulder Discomfort
Massage Therapy for Tension Headaches

THE SINUSES OF THE FACE

General Anatomy
Causes & Symptom Picture
Massage Therapy for Sinus Issues

THE THORACIC REGION

General Anatomy
Causes & Symptom Picture
Massage Therapy for Thoracic Discomfort

THE RIB CAGE

General Anatomy
Causes & Symptom Picture
Massage Therapy Treatment for Rib Cage Issues

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Course Quiz

Outcomes & Objectives

Learning outcomes are high-level results that can be achieved by taking the course.
Gain a deep understanding of the cervical and thoracic regions, crucial for effective treatment.
Learn to identify key structural changes in posture during pregnancy and how they can lead to various conditions for pregnant individuals.
Understand the signs and symptoms of pregnancy-related rhinitis, neck/shoulder discomfort, rib discomfort, and breathing issues.
Apply specialized treatment skills and techniques to alleviate pain and address pregnancy-related symptoms in your clients.

Instructors

Contributors

Michelle Doell, BA, RMT
Julie Goldstein, MA, MPA, JD
Kimberly Kent, RMT
Amanda Miller, MA, RMT
Maria Naccarato, BSc, RMT
Angela Molinari, BPhE, RMT
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Treating the Pregnant Person: Cervical & Thoracic Spine

CA$39.99