SeniorSpa Part 1 & 2 w/Sheila Alexander
August 6-7, 2022
Saturday and Sunday – 9:00-6:00 each day
16 CEs
Early Registration rate is $320
After July 30th – Registration is $335
Instructor: Sheila Alexander, LMBT 3536
Are you ready for the ‘Silver Tsunami’ of Baby Boomers? Learn to massage seniors in all stages of health, apply Ayurvedic principles and incorporate spa services for this special population.
Part 1
This class is for professional therapists or well skilled beginners giving therapists confidence in massaging seniors in all stages of health.
Topics include:
• Their Ayurvedic ‘dosha’ (body type)
• The 3 classes of geriatric clients
• Demonstration of body mechanics , routines and massage techniques to work with seniors on a massage table, arm chair or wheelchair
* Appropriate moist heat and aromatherapy applications to open the minds and senses of this special population
* The 7 stages of Alzheimer’s disease
* Special considerations for skin and joints
* Pathology for indications/contraindications for geriatric massage
Part 2
Completion of Part 1 is required for this class.
Topics include:
* Special positioning techniques that reduce fatigue in the geriatric client as well as the therapist
* massage routines for the client in a side-lying position on a massage table or hospital bed
* Back exfoliations for the geriatric client in prone and sidelying positions on a massage table or hospital bed
* Instruction for proper completion of forms such as intake, SOAP notes, charting and use of standard medical abbreviations used within the healthcare setting
* Examples of how to set protocol and determine correct modality
* Marketing concepts that work
Supplies:
* set of sheets
* massage tables are provided by NC Massage School
* 2 pillows
* 2 extra pillowcases
* bath towel
* hand towel
* 2 washcloths
* Massage cream/lotion
Wear loose, comfortable clothing.
NCBTMB Continuing Education Approved Provider #200
Testimonials:
“Sheila knows what she is talking about and was able to show me how to use less pressure.” N. Robertson
“Great personal examples! Great techniques shown!” J. Spurr
“Sheila is down to earth and very personable.” E. Fonvielle
“Sheila gave me a good understanding of the amount of compassion you must have. Sheila was awesome!” A. Widmer
“Sheila is an excellent teacher!” A. Mitchell
“Excellent reinforcement of body mechanics. Thank you!”
“Thank you Sheila for a great class!”
“Sheila is excellent @ working one on one to correct body mechanics & techniques.”
“Lots of hands on, verbal cues and individual attention”
“Sheila has a great sense of humor:she sang us songs to help remember your body mechanics!”
