In this class, students will learn techniques and protocols for clients that have specific challenges associated with autoimmune disorders. These clients may present with a broad range of symptoms. Full-body massage often cannot be tolerated or is not the preferred approach for interaction with these compromised populations. Reflexology can offer the benefits of full-body techniques while respecting the client’s tolerance or need for minimal touch protocols. It is also a strong complimentary modality to medical procedures and prescriptions that can be applied to support clients as they seek solutions with their medical practitioners.
The Autoimmune Level builds on the techniques taught in Level I. Specific protocols for each hospice topic are taught. The emphasis will be on the Vagas Nerve and Polyvagal Theory.
Instructor: Amy Petersen
Class Format: In-person, with lecture and hands-on instruction.
In this class you will learn:
- Review basic anatomy as it applies to each of the autoimmune disorder protocols
- Techniques specific to each hospice autoimmune disorder protocol
- Contra-indications for care of autoimmune disorder clients
- Research supporting use of reflexology for populations affected by autoimmune disorders
- Understanding the ethics of complimentary care
- Responsibility and guidelines for participation within the medical community
Class includes:
- 16 continuing education (CE) instructional credit hours
- 8 hours are lecture/instructional
- 8 hours are applied/hands-on
- Students seeking to practice as qualified reflexologists may complete additional practicum sessions for additional credit. Please contact The Footbridge if you wish to explore this option.
Note: Students are required to either take Level 1 (Introduction to Integrative Reflexology) or submit a certificate of completion, of no less than 16 hours of reflexology education, from another school.