Introduction to Medical Massage

Our 1 day Introduction to Medical Massage course consists of 1 day of the Science of Therapeutic and Stress Reduction Massage, as well as hands-on training using the variations of Therapeutic Massage techniques. The hands-on training focuses on how to optimize your Therapeutic and Stress Reduction session using the science of massage. This is the basic, necessary component of any Medical Massage session.

This Introduction to Medical Massage Seminar is presented as 12 continuing education hours. Eight hours of this class may be applied to a Certification in Medical Massage.

Our 2 day Introduction to Medical Massage course consists of 1 day of the Science of Therapeutic and Stress Reduction Massage, as well as hands-on training using the variations of Therapeutic Massage techniques. The hands-on training focuses on how to optimize your Therapeutic and Stress Reduction session using the science of massage. This is the basic, necessary component of any Medical Massage session.

The 2nd day will focus on additional variations of Therapeutic Massage techniques, as well as the science and application of Trigger Point Therapy and Connective Tissue Massage, along with how to market a Medical Massage practice.
You will learn:
– How to eliminate phenomenon of adaptation
– The correct body mechanics to insure years of successful practice
– 60 variations of the 7 basic massage techniques developed by the Western School of Massage Therapy.

You will learn unique techniques such as effleurage with unequally distributed pressure, scrolling kneading, Sarkisov-Sirasini’s friction, etc.

This Introduction to Medical Massage Seminar is presented as 14 or 16 continuing education hours. Eight hours of this class may be applied to a Certification in Medical Massage.

Dr. Cullers is the ONLY Florida Physician Certified by the Science of Massage Institute founded by Dr. Ross Turchaninov MD to teach Medical Massage on behalf of SOMI.

The Science of Massage Institute NOW OFFERS a legitimate science and evidence based 80 hour Certification in Medical Massage. For more information go to www.scienceofmassage.com

The Medical Massage seminars presented by Dr. Cullers are designed for all healthcare providers; however, these challenging courses will be of particular interest to those who would like to work in or who are working in a Clinical setting. Suggested Books: Medical Massage Volume I & II, Therapeutic Massage A Scientific Approach: Dr. Ross Turchaninov MD.

Suggested Web Site: www.scienceofmassage.com