This weekend at HandsOn Therapy we've got classes on Fibromyalgia
and Massage as well as The Critz Technique

Sa Sept 29 9a-4p

Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia, or fibrositis, as it is sometimes called, is a
mysteriously debilitating syndrome that afflicts between 6 and 12
million people in the United States. Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain
illness characterized by widespread musculoskeletal aches, pain, and
stiffness, soft tissue tenderness, general fatigue, and sleep
disturbances.

A study of people with fibromyalgia done by the Touch Research
Institute at the University of Miami School of Medicine found that
those who got 30 minutes of massage two times a week for 5 weeks had
less anxiety and depression and lower levels of stress hormones.
Over time they reported less pain and stiffness, less fatigue, and
less trouble sleeping.

Using a combination of lecture, anatomical illustrations, handouts
and technique demonstration in a classroom setting, the instructor
will present a class that is 3 hours lecture and 3 hours practical
application. The instructor will discuss the causes and conditions
related to fibromyalgia. Great attention will be paid to the use of
light and moderate pressure as studies have shown that too
aggressive an approach can exacerbate fibromyalgia symptoms. The
teacher will also discuss relaxation therapy, exercise coaching and
goal setting for the client.

At the end of the class, students will have a comprehensive
understanding of the physiological components of fibromyalgia, as
well as knowledge of current allopathic and alternative treatment
approaches. The student will also have knowledge of low force or
non-force massage techniques complimentary to Swedish massage that
have been proven beneficial to clients with fibromyalgia.


Su Sept 30 10a-5p

Critz Technique Sciatica

Save your thumbs, this deep tissue work is done without all the
diffing, pushing, and jamming which is made easy for the therapist
and is easy on the client.