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Fri, Feb 07
|PMTI (6th Floor)
Oncology Massage
Taught by Dr. Mike Menefee, Physician and LMT. In this course, students will gain a deeper knowledge of the biology of cancer, its etiology, its effects on the human body and the therapeutic interventions available to treat this devastating disease. Early Bird price: $545
Time & Location
Feb 07, 2020, 9:00 AM – Feb 09, 2020, 6:00 PM
PMTI (6th Floor), 8380 Colesville Rd #600, Silver Spring, MD 20910, USA
About the event
Instructor Mike Menefee is a Physician (MD) and LMT (alumn of PMTI!). In this course, students will gain a deeper knowledge of the biology of cancer, its etiology, its effects on the human body and the therapeutic interventions available to treat this devastating disease. Furthermore, students will learn how therapeutic massage can complement other therapeutic interventions and enhance the quality of life in this population. Students will review safety precautions and contraindications for working with cancer patients, and discuss the benefits of massage during a treatment regimen. During practicum, students will practice techniques for working with clients who are affected by cancer and/or cancer treatments, such as techniques for working with clients who are bed- or wheelchair-bound. Students will also practice effective communication and learn to use an accurate pressure scale. Finally, students will learn about the Society for Oncology Massage (S4OM) and career opportunities for Oncologic Massage Therapists.
February 7th - 9th, 2020
Friday - Sunday, 9:00am - 6:00pm
24 CE Hours | $545.00* until 1/24/2020
*$595.00 after 1/24/2020
Tickets
Early Bird Registration
Early bird price valid until 1/26/2020. All ticket sales include a $100 non-refundable deposit. If you need to cancel a registration, please contact workshops@pmti.org for options.
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Hold your place in the class with a $100 non-refundable deposit. Full payment for the class is due 2 weeks before start date. All ticket sales include a $100 non-refundable deposit. If you need to cancel a registration, please contact workshops@pmti.org for options.
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