Continuing Education for LMTs
1. Foot Reflexology
**NCBTMB #326 Approved Provider**16 CEs (registration info at bottom of page)
Oct 5 & 6, 2024, 8a - 5pm, Madison School of Massage, Huntsville AL - 16 CEs Cost: $375 if paid in full 3 weeks prior to class start date or $400 if paid after start date
Reflexology is the study of reflex points on the feet and hands that correlate to each organ, gland and all parts of the body. When stimulation or pressure is applied to these specific reflex points, it allows the body to return to balance or homeostasis. Thus, it balances the Chi or life force similar to acupuncture. Come learn this ancient healing art of reflexology. The proven benefits of reflexology include:
- Overall relaxation response
- Pain reduction
- Improvement of symptoms of health concerns
- Increased blood circulation
- Relax muscles
- Enhancement of medical care
- Complement to cancer care and stroke rehabilitation
- Adjunct to mental health care
- Post-operative recovery and pain reduction
- Easier delivery and post-partum recovery
- And much more…
Reflexology can be a “stand-alone” modality, it can be incorporated into a massage or it can be an “add-on” to a massage.
2. Fascia BodyWork
**NCBTMB #326 Approved Provider** (registration info at bottom of page)
TBA. 8a-5p; 2227 Drake Ave, Bldg 8, Huntsville.AL 16 CEs Cost: $375 if paid in full 3 weeks prior to class start date or $400 if paid after start date
The goal of Fascia BodyWork is to focus on the fascia and create a more fluid fascia rather than ‘gel-like’. This type of massage stroke function is to create a drag on the tissue instead of a gliding. The drag assists the fascia to become more fluid instead of gel-like. Thus, allowing the fascia to flow more freely, allowing the muscles more function and flexibility and increasing the range of motion of the joints. Fascia BodyWork benefits are:
- noticeable increased flexibility
- helps improve posture and balance
- restores more efficient muscles
- aids in relief of chronic pain
- revitalize one’s energy; as a result, providing a better quality of life
- easier on the therapist because there’s no digit/finger work.
- Side-lying position taught for increased ROM for neck, shoulders and hips
3. Ultimate FaceLift Massage
**NCBTMB #326 Approved Provider** (registration info at bottom of page)
July 20 & 21, 8a - 5p @ 2227 Drake Ave, Bldg 8, Huntsville.AL 35805; 16 CEs; Cost: $395 if paid in full 3 weeks prior to class start date or $420 if paid after start date
As the body ages, facial muscle tone can be reduced and gravity sets in. By utilizing the Ultimate FaceLift Massage for your "Facial Fitness" to keep the muscles toned & tightened, it has similar benefits as with any workout; a regular routine is necessary to achieve desired results.The "Facial Fitness" massage benefits are:
- improves facial muscle tone that helps reduce fine lines
- stimulates circulation that aids in reduction of dark circles & plumps facial muscles
- reduces puffiness
- assists in lymphatic drainage
- releases toxins
- aids in bell’s palsy and facial tics
- extremely nurturing
- relieves stress
The face has a myriad of acupressure and face reflexology points as well as cranial nerve #7 innervating the facial muscles. When these areas are stimulated, a calming, lifting and toning affect occur to the facial muscles and the ‘whole’ client benefits & relaxes. Truly a service your client will appreciate.
The Ultimate FaceLift Massage can be offered as a “stand-alone” modality; it can be an “add-on” service to a massage; it can be a 60 or 30 min treatment.
Contact Marsha Mathes at 256.698.2151 to register