NCBTMB & CE Broker Approved Provider
Arthrossage
Course Information
According to the US Center for Disease Control and Prevention, one in five adult Americans suffers from arthritis. It is, in fact, the most common type of disability. There are specific manual therapies that are known to be able to address pain and stiffness and yet very few massage therapists have the skill and credentials to treat it.
Arthrossage is different from the more traditional Swedish or Deep Tissue massage. This is a clothing-on treatment that focuses on increasing flexibility, lubricating joints and lengthening muscles. This type of treatment can be used in conjunction with a sports massage and may even be considered a helpful tool for arthritis prevention. As a massage professional, this is a great service to provide and a great treatment for your clients to receive.
In this two-day continuing education course you will learn about various forms of rheumatic disease and medical massage procedures for arthritis intervention and treatment. During this class, the massage professional will:
- Learn to differentiate between various forms of rheumatic disease including Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Fibromyalgia and Gout.
- Students will be introduced to the autoimmune disease process.
- Discuss symptoms, theories of causes, contraindications for touch therapies, treatment protocols, rational diet considerations and exercise movement options.
- Learn to take an appropriate Intake/History outline.
- Gain an understanding and be able to appropriately apply myofascial release techniques, trigger point work and other manual therapies.
- View various hands-on demonstrations of manual medical massage protocols that are appropriate for clients/patients with arthritis and other rheumatic conditions. You will receive specific instructions for body mechanics and hand placements.
- Students will then engage in a hands-on exchange with other students where they will have the opportunity to give and receive treatments, ask questions and provide feedback.
- Students will have the opportunity to review and clarify items covered during a question-and-answer session.
- By the end of this course, the massage practitioner will be adept at speaking about and working with arthritic conditions and be able to perform a full-body arthossage massage on a client/patient with arthritis and other rheumatic conditions.
Note: This class is an adjunct to, but NOT required as part of the Medical Massage Practitioner Certification Program.
Meet Your Teacher:
Meet Your Teacher!
This course is taught by elite instructor, Nicholas Night. Nick also teaches Craniosacral Therapy and Medical Massage.
Class Days and Times
When Does this Class Take Place?
This class typically takes place on a Saturday and Sunday from 8:30 am – 5:30 pm.
How Many Massage CEs Does This Class Offer?
Summary of Massage CE Course Approval
This course is approved for continuing education (CE) hours for massage therapists by multiple organizations:
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB):
- 16 hours of live, hands-on massage CE
- New York endorsement available upon request
CE Broker:
- 16 hours of live, hands-on massage CE
- We report to CE Broker for Florida and Georgia therapists
If you are licensed in more than one state, hours may be used toward multiple states.
While most states accept NCBTMB-approved courses, individual state licensing boards have the final say as to which courses are in the scope of practice for massage therapists and approved in their state. Therapists are responsible for verifying their state’s specific CE requirements.
This course is not currently approved for CE credit in Louisiana or Mississippi.
Who Should Take This Class? / Prerequisites
Who should take this class?
This class is specifically intended for licensed massage therapists.
Massage therapy students nearing program completion are eligible to attend. (Note: CE hours may not transfer to future renewals in most states)
Healthcare professionals licensed for touch therapies (e.g., nurses, physical therapists, chiropractors) may take this course for educational purposes only. You may check with your state board to confirm if it falls within your scope of practice and qualifies for CE credit.
This course provides continuing education (CE) hours for massage therapists and a Certificate of Completion. This certificate does not replace a massage license.
Each state has its own CE requirements and definitions of “scope of practice” for massage therapists. Verify with your state board to ensure the course qualifies for your renewal needs.
Digital Format
Digital Course Delivery:
This class is a live, in-person class. Course materials that support this class will be provided in a digital format. Class materials will be accessible online through our convenient student portal. You’ll receive login instructions via email about a week to ten days before your class start date. Please ensure the email address that you enroll in class with is correct and unique to you.
What You Can Do on the Portal:
- Access and download course materials
- Complete a waiver
- Confirm your attendance
- Submit a course evaluation
- Download your Certificate of Completion
Bring Your Device: We recommend having a device like a smartphone, tablet, or computer with internet access during class for optimal participation. If you don’t have one, it is not a problem. Please inform your instructor to confirm your attendance.
Need Help? Our student portal is user-friendly, but if you encounter issues, please contact the LMT Success Group before class or arrive early and ask your instructor for assistance before the start of class. A limited number of printed manuals will be available for purchase from your instructor.
Class Preparation / Supply List
Get Ready for Class!
General Information for ALL Classes:
- Massage table: Bring a portable massage table if you have one. (It’s hard to practice massage without a massage table.)
- Linens: For each day of class, you will need a set of sheets and a face cradle cover.
- Lubricant: Bring a small container of lubricant of your choice for use in class.
- Comfortable clothing: Wear comfortable clothes as you’ll be giving and receiving massages. Meeting rooms may sometimes be cold so please bring a sweater or jacket.
- Textbook review: You may want to consider reviewing anatomy and physiology textbooks if applicable.
- Class materials: You’ll receive digital access to class materials about a week to ten days before your class. You can download or print them. Please review your manual prior to class. Bring a notebook and pen for notes.
- Technology: We recommend having a device like a smartphone, tablet, or computer with internet access during class for optimal participation. If you don’t have one, it is not a problem. Many classes are multi-media.
- Essentials: Bring water, snacks, and money for lunch, parking, and other expenses.
- Purchases: Some instructors may offer products for sale, so bring cash or a credit card if interested.
Cancellation and Transfer (You are Protected)
Cancellation and Transfer Policy
If you enroll in a class and for some reason, you are unable to make it, don’t worry, you are covered. This clarifies your options if you need to cancel your enrollment:
Cancellation more than 30 days before class: We will process a full refund to the original payment method.
Cancellation within 30 days of class: No refund is offered, however, you will receive a credit to take another class. You can receive a course course credit to take the same class at a later date/location or you may transfer to a different class.
After signing the waiver and receiving access to course materials: You will receive a course credit to take the same class at a later date/location.
All cancellation/transfer requests must be submitted by Email.
Refer to the full cancellation policy for more details.
Staying Overnight?
Staying Overnight for Your Class?
Convenience and Comfort: If you’re traveling to a class and staying overnight, staying at the same location where it’s held can be very convenient. We prioritize booking classes at business travel hotels that offer a comfortable and affordable experience. These hotels are often grouped close to other similar properties, so if you don’t find a room at the hotel where the class is being held, there should be other good options nearby.
Room Booking: For weekend classes (excluding special events such as Success School & Education Vacations), we typically don’t arrange room blocks. Room block rates (if available) expire a few weeks before the event. Consider booking directly with the hotel for more flexibility and service compared to third-party sites.
Finding the Best Rate: Check directly with the hotel for any discounts. Explore popular travel websites like hotels.com, trivago.com, expedia.com, etc. for deals. Check rates at other nearby hotels.
Confirmation Reminder: Enrolled students will receive an email reminder 7-10 days before the class with the confirmed location details.
We hope this information helps you plan your comfortable and convenient stay for your class!
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- Class sizes vary by location.
- Popular classes may fill up quickly and close early for online registration.
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Description
According to the US Center for Disease Control and Prevention, one in five adult Americans suffers from arthritis. It is, in fact, the most common type of disability. There are specific manual therapies that are known to be able to address pain and stiffness and yet very few massage therapists have the skill and credentials to treat it.
Arthrossage is different from the more traditional Swedish or Deep Tissue massage. This is a clothing-on treatment that focuses on increasing flexibility, lubricating joints and lengthening muscles. This type of treatment can be used in conjunction with a sports massage and may even be considered a helpful tool for arthritis prevention. As a massage professional, this is a great service to provide and a great treatment for your clients to receive.
In this two-day continuing education course you will learn about various forms of rheumatic disease and medical massage procedures for arthritis intervention and treatment. During this class, the massage professional will:
- Learn to differentiate between various forms of rheumatic disease including Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Fibromyalgia and Gout.
- Students will be introduced to the autoimmune disease process.
- Discuss symptoms, theories of causes, contraindications for touch therapies, treatment protocols, rational diet considerations and exercise movement options.
- Learn to take an appropriate Intake/History outline.
- Gain an understanding and be able to appropriately apply myofascial release techniques, trigger point work and other manual therapies.
- View various hands-on demonstrations of manual medical massage protocols that are appropriate for clients/patients with arthritis and other rheumatic conditions. You will receive specific instructions for body mechanics and hand placements.
- Students will then engage in a hands-on exchange with other students where they will have the opportunity to give and receive treatments, ask questions and provide feedback.
- Students will have the opportunity to review and clarify items covered during a question-and-answer session.
- By the end of this course, the massage practitioner will be adept at speaking about and working with arthritic conditions and be able to perform a full-body arthossage massage on a client/patient with arthritis and other rheumatic conditions.
Note: This class is an adjunct to, but NOT required as part of the Medical Massage Practitioner Certification Program.
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