Deep Tissue Techniques TEST PAGE

Safety is the keynote of this workshop! Techniques which are safe and effective for both you and your clients. We explore different working postures and using your arms, elbows, table height and body weight to reduce the strain on your wrist and finger joints to and increase your working life and reduce injuries. Useful for any amount of pressure you choose to work with.

Deep Tissue work is not simply a matter of pressing harder. You will learn how to work both deeply and effectively for your client without causing unnecessary pain, damage or contra-actions. You will gain the confidence to work deeply and know when it is safe to do so, and you will learn when less pressure can actually be more effective. You will also practice repositioning clients for the most effective treatment.

A major focus is safety for you, the therapist. I will help you to assess your own working posture and personal risk factors and demonstrate how to avoid injuries by using your body effectively and safely. We will use some hands free techniques, and you will explore different working postures and using your arms, elbows, table height and body weight to reduce the strain on your wrist and finger joints.

This workshop is 2 days, with time in-between given to practice the techniques learned on day one so your work may be checked, refined and expanded upon during day two.
On this course you will:

  • Observe and analyse working posture, with attention to your own personal risk factors and requirements
  • Discover and implement the key principles to remember when working deeply
  • Observe and practice using your forearms, elbows and reinforced hands, fingers and thumbs for safe working
  • Gain knowledge of the ’10 second rule’ and how this protects your client
  • Determine and practice repositioning the clients for the most effective treatment
  • Discuss and review contraindications and cautions

You will receive an interactive workbook which includes pictures and room for your notes, giving you an ongoing reference from the day. You will receive a Certificate of Attendance at the end of the course.

Many Associations accept this course for CPD and many are self-certifying. It is the responsibility of the Student to check with their Association. If necessary, the course syllabus can be provided.

You don’t need to bring any equipment or materials for the course as everything you need will be provided. (There may be some ‘away’ dates that require equipment, which you will be told about in advance.) The majority of the sessions are practical and you should dress accordingly.

Nicki is the best teacher! She was very calm and professional, I learned so much on those 2 days!! It was so much fun to practice and also receive massage so even by the end of the 2-day course I was feeling confident about taking on actual paying clients. As well as learning amazing massage techniques, from all different massage styles. I will be back again. Thank you.

— Alk Kummoo, Massage & Beauty Therapist, Cambridge

This course is suitable for:
Anyone with a massage, sports massage or sport therapy qualification. Other manual therapy body workers may be appropriate – please enquire.

This course is not currently scheduled but if you are interested in this workshop or want to get information on hosting a workshop in your area.

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Trigger Point Massage TEST PAGE

There has been a lot of discussion and dispute about Trigger Points, and we will look at the different theories during the day and explore the controversy. We will work from a traditional standpoint; how to understand and treat referred pain and how to determine where the real problem area is – which is not always where your client reports feeling pain. Knowledge of trigger points and how to treat them will make your treatments much more effective and these methods can be incorporated into your normal massage treatments.

We will explore the probable causes of trigger points, what happens physiologically, and how to identify them. We will discuss various techniques used to treat trigger points, and you will learn and practice two release methods appropriate for massage therapists and which can be incorporated easily into your regular treatments.

During the day you will:

  • Discuss the theory of trigger points: basic physiology, how they caused referred pain in predictable areas, how this knowledge will affect your treatment, and treatment methods.
  • Use palpation to identify trigger points.
  • Observe and practice massage techniques of stroking and compression to relieve trigger points.
  • Review contraindications to massaging trigger points
  • Discuss how clients may make changes in their habits to avoid creating muscle tension and trigger points
  • Explore how to integrate trigger point massage into your own treatments.

You will receive an interactive workbook which includes pictures and room for your notes, giving you an ongoing reference from the day. You will receive a Certificate of Attendance at the end of the course.

Many Associations accept this course for CPD and many are self-certifying. It is the responsibility of the Student to check with their Association. If necessary, the course syllabus can be provided.

You don’t need to bring any equipment or materials for the course as everything you need will be provided. (There may be some ‘away’ dates that require equipment, which you will be told about in advance.) The majority of the sessions are practical and you should dress accordingly.

I really enjoyed the theory and felt it was very important to cover that before doing practical.  Overall a really good workshop – a good balance between practical and theory, well organised and structured and presented clearly and enthusiastically.  I would definitely recommend Nicki to others.

— A.R., Bath

This course is suitable for:
Anyone with a massage, sports massage or sport therapy qualification. Other manual therapy body workers may be appropriate – please enquire.

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Your place will be held for one week after your booking application is accepted. Payment is due within one week of your booking to hold this place.
You may either pay £50 as a deposit or the entire amount on booking.

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One to One Tuition or Feedback Session

Time/date and location as arranged with you.
We will work together in a session tailored to your own needs and professional development. You may choose to have a session working on specific techniques or areas of the body, or have a more general session or receive feedback on your massage. The focus is your choice – we will plan it together in advance, and I will work with you to make it suitable for your needs.

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One to One Tuition or Feedback Session

ONE TO ONE TUITION OR FEEDBACK SESSION
Time/date as arranged with you.
We will work together in a session tailored to your own needs and professional development. You may choose to have a session working on specific techniques or areas of the body, or have a more general session or receive feedback on your massage. The focus is your choice – we will plan it together in advance, and I will work with you to make it suitable for your needs. (read more) expand

Normally most of the session is practical; you will demonstrate your massage on me and receive immediate feedback throughout the session with suggestions for refining your strokes and techniques. I often demonstrate movements or techniques for you. You will receive a short written report afterwards which will include notes on our dialogue so that you can focus during the session without having to worry about remembering everything discussed. This is suitable for any massage therapist who wants detailed informed feedback for improving their treatments, whether you have just qualified or are an experienced therapist.
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Muscle Energy Technique

Muscle Energy Technique (MET) uses the body’s natural responses to effect change. Reciprocal Inhibition works with antagonistic muscles, so that when muscle is contracted the other relaxes. We can use this to help relax tight muscles, and it’s particularly useful with joint restrictions and mobility.

We will spend some time looking at the physiology and theory, as well as discussing classic theories that are now being challenged. You will learn when it is safe to work and how to use this versatile and powerful, yet gentle and painless, technique throughout the body. It is recommended that if MET is new to you, Soft Tissue Release is learned first, to facilitate understanding and practice.

During the day you will:

  • Look at A&P regarding reciprocal inhibition and post isometric release. (Prior specific knowledge of this is not required.)
  • Explore how using this knowledge can work in practice.
  • Discuss the applications of the treatment
  • Observe and then practice using the techniques. Understand how to confidently use the technique on all areas of the body
  • Give and receive some massage and use MET; and share findings and feedback with other students
  • Have ample opportunity for questions
  • Learn how to incorporate MET into your treatments

You will receive an interactive workbook which includes pictures and room for your notes, giving you an ongoing reference from the day. You will receive a Certificate of Attendance at the end of the course.

Many Associations accept this course for CPD and many are self-certifying. It is the responsibility of the Student to check with their Association. If necessary, the course syllabus can be provided.

You don’t need to bring any equipment or materials for the course as everything you need will be provided. (There may be some ‘away’ dates that require equipment, which you will be told about in advance.) The majority of the sessions are practical and you should dress accordingly.

This course is suitable for:
It is recommended that if you don’t have prior knowledge of MET, that you have studied Soft Tissue Release or attended. This is suitable for anyone with a massage, sports massage or sport therapy qualification. Other manual therapy body workers may be appropriate – please enquire.

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Chair Massage

This one-day course will teach you the techniques to perform a highly effective seated massage over clothing, giving you an alternative treatment which is ideal for clients reluctant to undress or unable to lie down. It is one of the most effective methods of treatment when time is short and can be a very efficient way of increasing your turnover of clients. It is easily portable for treatments offered at offices, fetes, fairs, and conferences, and it is ideal for massage demonstrations.

No special equipment is needed! You will practice during the day using massage chairs and a table top unit although you will learn that special equipment is not always necessary and learn how you can work with your client in a regular chair. All techniques are ergonomically safe for the therapist and emphasis is put on your working posture, enabling you to work without tiring quickly or developing RSIs.

The sequence covers the back, neck, shoulders, arms and scalp. It takes 30 minutes but is easily altered to last from 10 to 45 minutes. It is a deeply relaxing treatment, and extremely effective in alleviating muscular tension. It combines elements of deep tissue massage, standard Swedish massage movements, some Indian Head Massage techniques as well as shiatsu movements and stretching.

You don’t need to bring any equipment or materials for the course as everything you need will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own massage chair or table top unit if you have one, but please let me know in advance. This workshop is predominately a practical session.

During the day you will:

  • Practice seating a client comfortably and appropriately using a massage chair, a massage desktop unit, or a regular chair and table or massage table with pillows for support.
  • Observe and practice massage techniques designed for use over clothing in a seated supported position.
  • Feedback will be given about your techniques as well as using a safe, comfortable and sustainable working posture.
  • Perform a 30 minute massage routine, and understand how to adapt for shorter and longer treatments and for specific client needs.
  • Receive massage and share feedback with colleagues.

The handbook which you will receive as part of the class includes photographs and describes in detail all of the techniques which you will learn and practice on the day, giving you an ongoing reference for this method. You will receive a Certificate of Attendance at the end of the day.

Many Associations accept this course for CPD and many are self-certifying. It is the responsibility of the Student to check with their Association. If necessary, the course syllabus can be provided.

You don’t need to bring any equipment or materials for the course as everything you need will be provided. (There may be some ‘away’ dates that require equipment, which you will be told about in advance.) The majority of the sessions are practical and you should dress accordingly.

A quick thank you for providing such an interesting and rewarding day. I feel like I have learnt a lot and know that what I have learnt will definitely help me with my work.  I really liked the way you approached the lessons and your teaching technique and will recommend your courses to my friends.

— Robin Smith, Farnborough

This course is suitable for:
Anyone with a massage, sports massage or sport therapy qualification. Other manual therapy body workers may be appropriate – please enquire.

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Trigger Point Massage

There has been a lot of discussion and dispute about Trigger Points, and we will look at the different theories during the day and explore the controversy. We will work from a traditional standpoint; how to understand and treat referred pain and how to determine where the real problem area is – which is not always where your client reports feeling pain. Knowledge of trigger points and how to treat them will make your treatments much more effective and these methods can be incorporated into your normal massage treatments.

We will explore the probable causes of trigger points, what happens physiologically, and how to identify them. We will discuss various techniques used to treat trigger points, and you will learn and practice two release methods appropriate for massage therapists and which can be incorporated easily into your regular treatments.

During the day you will:

  • Discuss the theory of trigger points: basic physiology, how they caused referred pain in predictable areas, how this knowledge will affect your treatment, and treatment methods.
  • Use palpation to identify trigger points.
  • Observe and practice massage techniques of stroking and compression to relieve trigger points.
  • Review contraindications to massaging trigger points
  • Discuss how clients may make changes in their habits to avoid creating muscle tension and trigger points
  • Explore how to integrate trigger point massage into your own treatments.

You will receive an interactive workbook which includes pictures and room for your notes, giving you an ongoing reference from the day. You will receive a Certificate of Attendance at the end of the course.

Many Associations accept this course for CPD and many are self-certifying. It is the responsibility of the Student to check with their Association. If necessary, the course syllabus can be provided.

You don’t need to bring any equipment or materials for the course as everything you need will be provided. (There may be some ‘away’ dates that require equipment, which you will be told about in advance.) The majority of the sessions are practical and you should dress accordingly.

I really enjoyed the theory and felt it was very important to cover that before doing practical.  Overall a really good workshop – a good balance between practical and theory, well organised and structured and presented clearly and enthusiastically.  I would definitely recommend Nicki to others.

— A.R., Bath

This course is suitable for:
Anyone with a massage, sports massage or sport therapy qualification. Other manual therapy body workers may be appropriate – please enquire.

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Soft Tissue Release

STR is an extremely effective technique for releasing muscle tension, lengthening shortened muscle tissue and stretching the fascia. It provides a localised stretch to specific area of the muscle that is holding tension as well as removing adhesions. This is one of the most useful and powerful techniques a massage therapist can have. This versatile technique can be used as part of any standard massage and because it can also be done over clothing it is ideal for on site, seated or sports massage as well.

You will practice the technique on different areas of the body, and particularly some specific releases for common problems such as rotator cuff restrictions and shortened hamstrings. You will learn how to use STR passively, actively and weight bearing, and with clients in different positions (couch, chair, standing). Special attention will be paid to treating piriformis syndrome which causes much of the sciatic pain clients often present with.

Good interaction between students and lots of practical help from tutor. I very much enjoyed the day and I learned a lot.

— Patricia Taylor, Swallowfield

During the day you will:

  • Briefly review some basic A&P and relate it to how STR works on the soft tissue
  • Discuss the applications of the treatment
  • Observe and then practice using the techniques, on oiled skin and over clothing
  • Understand how to confidently use the technique on all areas of the body
  • Give and receive massage and Soft Tissue Release and share findings and feedback with other students
  • Have ample opportunity for questions
  • Learn how to incorporate STR into your treatments

You will receive an interactive workbook which includes pictures and room for your notes, giving you an ongoing reference from the day. You will receive a Certificate of Attendance at the end of the course.

Many Associations accept this course for CPD and many are self-certifying. It is the responsibility of the Student to check with their Association. If necessary, the course syllabus can be provided.

You don’t need to bring any equipment or materials for the course as everything you need will be provided. (There may be some ‘away’ dates that require equipment, which you will be told about in advance.) The majority of the sessions are practical and you should dress accordingly.

This course is suitable for:
Anyone with a massage, sports massage or sport therapy qualification. Other manual therapy body workers may be appropriate – please enquire.

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