Understanding Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome with Eli Shumaker - 16 hours NCBTMB approved
Sat, Jan 18
|Pittsburgh
Time & Location
Jan 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – Jan 19, 2025, 6:00 PM
Pittsburgh, 3600 Laketon Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15235, USA
About The Event
Understanding Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: Safe and Effective Bodywork Techniques for Hypermobile Clients.
This continuing education course is designed for massage therapists seeking to enhance their understanding and skills in working with clients who have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). EDS is a group of connective tissue disorders characterized by hypermobility, joint instability, chronic pain, and other complex symptoms that present unique challenges in therapeutic settings. This course will provide a comprehensive overview of EDS, focusing on the types, symptoms, and specific needs of individuals with this condition.
Participants will explore safe, effective massage techniques tailored to hypermobile clients, emphasizing gentle approaches that support pain management, stability, and overall well-being. Through hands-on practice and case study discussions, therapists will learn to adapt their techniques based on individual client feedback and safety considerations. The course will also cover essential topics such as contraindications, client intake and assessment, ethical considerations, and collaboration with other healthcare professionals.
Tickets
- Sale ends: Jan 15, 2025, 6:00 PM
Understanding Ehlers-Danlos
$450.00
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