Class Description:
Learn Healing Hands for Seniors: Massage for Aging Adults in this 12 CE hour course.
As the senior population continues to grow, massage therapists are increasingly working with older clients who have unique physical, emotional, and health-related needs. This course will help therapists better understand the aging process and how to safely and effectively adapt massage sessions for aging adults.
Students will learn about common age-related conditions, appropriate modifications, safety considerations, communication strategies, and techniques to help older clients experience greater comfort, relaxation, and quality of life.
Class Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Understand the physical, emotional, and cognitive changes associated with aging.
- Identify the benefits of massage therapy for older adults.
- Recognize common health conditions, contraindications, and safety concerns when working with seniors.
- Adapt massage techniques, positioning, and pressure for aging clients.
- Communicate effectively with older adults and their caregivers.
- Maintain professional boundaries and recognize ethical considerations, including elder abuse awareness.
- Create a safe, comfortable, and accessible environment for senior clients.
- Develop confidence in providing massage therapy services to the growing senior population.
Melissa Wood/Texas Massage CEU is an approved CE Provider through TDLR
