Comprehensive Reflexology: The Hand

Course overview

In this online comprehensive continuing education (CE) course on hand reflexology, Meade Steadman, LMT and professional educator, will guide you from theory to practical application. The video demonstrations are from award-winning DVDs. Discussions include the various hypotheses of why reflexology works to the current research substantiating some of the claims. In addition to written text, video excerpts are included for visual, step-by-step demonstrations of techniques and how to work the whole body for balance. In addition to the body map, hand anatomy, body physiology, and systems are discussed, explaining the interconnections and providing guidance for working reflexes to address specific health problems. Also included are: history, benefits and contraindications, tips for getting started, working on infants and geriatric and pregnant clients, after-treatment, marketing, and other professional concerns. Resources are included for licensing, certification, and further information. Visit www.jumozy.com to register. Course Objective: Define reflexology Discuss the five theories in broad terms Summarize the general consensus on this healing technique Determine where to inquire about licensing requirements and get certification Summarize the history of reflexology from ancient times until today List the people credited with evolving and popularizing reflexology Set up a room with the recommended items Welcome a client and prepare them for a reflexology session Relax a client prior to treatment Perform the six techniques used to provide reflexology Explain why "diagnosing" and "healing" are discouraged List nine benefits of reflexology List seven contraindications for providing reflexology Map the organs and other body parts to reflexes on the hands Understand the general anatomy of the hand List the eleven systems of the body Summarize the functions of each system Perform a general reflexology session on the right and left hands Determine which reflexes should be worked to address specific health issues Identify concerns specific to infants, expecting mothers, older clients, and those who are terminally ill List three after-treatment recommendations Discuss possible side effects, also known as "healing crisis" List six long-term client suggestions Market your services Determine how much to charge for your services Create three client record forms Determine recommended client scheduling Define 136 terms relevant to reflexology for the hand