Cumberland Institute - Continuing Education Division

CE Credits: 8 Hours -- NCBTMB# 450891-08

Cost: $250 ($295 if registering within 7 days of class)

MUST HAVE 10 STUDENTS REGISTERED FOR THE CLASS TO BE HELD.

To many people, Deep Tissue Massage means hard, aggressive, painful techniques meant to force the muscle to release tension. This type of work can leave the client with increased pain and the therapist burned out with stressed hands and joints. The latest anatomy research and development of advanced techniques show us the way to work in cooperation with the nervous system, the muscle proprioceptors, and the lymphatic system, engaging the body’s own healing mechanisms in order to release muscle tension and pain more thoroughly, deeply, and gently.

This class will teach the therapist to identify and flush inflammation out of the muscles in preparation for deep work. Slow, sinking strokes performed with soft hands and optimal body alignment will calm the nervous system and lower proprioceptive activity. Effective, specific routines of non-force, deep tissue massage for the low back & hips, upper back & rotator cuff, and neck will be demonstrated and practiced.

What to Bring:  Bring a set of sheets/blanket, face cradle cover, lubrication, hand towel, blanket, wear comfortable clothes and bring materials to take notes. Massage tables are provided. A lunch break will be taken midday. You may bring your lunch, or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby.

About the Instructor:Theresa Wilkes, SC LMBT #6534 - Theresa has been training massage therapists since 1995.  She was the Owner/Director of the NC School of Natural Healing and the Education Director at the Finger Lakes School of Massage.  She has had a private practice for 34 years focused in clinical massage for the treatment of chronic pain, injury recovery and pre/post-surgical clients.  Presently, she is the Owner and Head Therapist of Light Hand Clinical Massage in Greenville, SC.  She is passionate and adept at teaching professional therapists to master advanced techniques with presence, skill and sensitivity. She specializes in teaching therapists to refine and strengthen their subtle palpation and assessment skills. Her classes are fun and packed practical information for beginning and advanced practitioners. 

Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.