MPU: Cancer & Massage

Course Description

This program is intended to provide an overview for the massage therapist covering the following areas related to cancer:

• Types of breast cancer surgeries and the role of massage therapy with regard to breast cancer surgery.
• The prevalence of skin cancer and five criteria used to indentify possible skin cancer.
• Primary risks and symptoms of cancer therapy as well as the protocols for massage therapy.
• Precautions and potential efficacy of essential oils with regard to cancer patients.

In the Cancer & Massage program we've combined four articles written especially for the Institute's Massage Professionals Update. These four articles include:

• Bodywork After Breast Cancer Surgery - Despite warnings to avoid bodywork on anyone with a history of cancer, properly prepare yourself to help survivors heal from their breast cancer surgery.
• Skin Health and You - Learn how you can assist clients in examining their skin for potential areas of concern.
• 4 Critical Elements of Massage Therapy Protocol for Cancer Patients - Discover preferred modalities, their benefits and risks, as well as critically important steps to take prior to addressing cancer patients in your practice.
• What You Need to Know About Essential Oils and Cancer Treatment - Learn how aromatherapy can offer a predominantly safe method to help a person battling cancer.

You can either read the articles by clicking on any of the titles above or upon enrollment you'll be able to access these articles and your online test through your online course account.

Materials

Tuition includes:

• 4 Original Articles
• Online multiple-choice test
• Instant Certificate upon completion - print your certificate right at home instantly

Display Certificates suitable for framing are available for $10 in addition to the certificate included with your tuition. Click here to order a Display Certificate.

Credits/Tuition

CE Hours: 1

Tuition: $15

Approvals

The Institute is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. Approved Provider 049478-00.

Credits also accepted by the AMTA, ABMP and NAHA.

For information regarding your specific state (or province) massage license requirements and approvals, visit our Massage Therapy Continuing Education Requirements page by clicking here.