NBCTMB Approved Provider of C0ntinued Education Courses

# 450490-07

Orders, SOAP Notes & Professional Correspondences for the Massage Therapist in the Medical Field           8 CE

This class deals with: obtaining proper orders for treamtent; writing medically appropriate SOAP notes, and how to communicate with phyisicans and other ancillary providers.

Advanced Visual Assessment

& Range of Motion Evaluation            8 CE

  This class focuses on advanced visual assessments, range of motion evaluations, and muscle strain testing. It give the particiapants the skills they need to take the information found in their visual assessment, ROM & strain testing and set an effective treatment plan.

The Pelvic Key: Opening the Door

to Orthopedic Massage                         8 CE

This class is an introductory level orthopedic massage therapy class focusing on pelvic stabilization and conditions affecting the low back and hips. Particiapants will learn advanced anatomy, pathology, visual assessment, muscle strain tests, as well as massage / stretch / strengthening techniques.

Massage & Stretch Techniques

for Peak Performance                           8 CE

Massage and Stretch focuses on advanced massage and stretching techniques used to help the client/patient reach their maximum performance. These techniques are also very helpful in the clinic situation when dealing with chronic muscle imbalances.

Treating Complicated

Conditions of the Cervical

Spine and Shoulders                             8 CE

Another entry level orthopedic massage class focusing on the cervical and shoulder region. Participants will learn advanaced anatomy, pathology, visual assessments, muscle strain testing, as well as massage / strech / strengthening techniques.

Treating Complicated

Conditions of the Elbow

and Wrist                                                  8 CE

An entry level orthopedic massage class focused on treating conditions of the arm, elbow and wrist. Participants will learn advanced anatomy, pathology, visual assessement, muscle strain testing, as well as massage / stretch / strengthening techniques.

Treating Complicated

Conditions of the Lower

Leg and Ankle                                         8 CE

Entry level orthopedic massage course focused on conditions of the lower leg and ankle. Partipants will learn advanced anatomy, pathology, visual assessment, muscle strain testing, as well as massage/ stretch / strengthening techniques.

Working with Special Needs

Children                                                    8 CE

This class looks at the joys, and struggles of working with special needs children. An often forgotten community in the massage industry; these children need our services as much; or more, than most client/patients we are currently serving. Participants will learn basic pathology for many conditions they may encounter when working with the children. They will also learn to think outside of the normal treamtent box, and incorporate alternative techniques that will make therapy fun and exciting for the children.

Falling in Love with

Massage Therapy Again

(Self Care)                                                8 CE

 A must have for any massage therapist suffering from burnout. This class takes an honest look at what is wrong in our field. It answers many universal questions facing massage therapists. While encouraging self care, and activism.

Insurance Billing &

Reimbursement                                     8 CE

A must have for all massage therapists practicing in the medical field. This class looks at all aspects of working with insurance providers including: becoming a provider, orders for treatment, coding, treatment plans, scope of practice, reimbursement rates, and dealing with denials.

Ethics for the Massage

Therapist in the Medical Field           4 CE

A four hour class looking at all ascpect of ethics for a massage therapist working in the medical field inculding dual relationships, scope of practice, and billing practices. This class also looks at HIPPA rules and regulations, and give the massage therapist the tools needed to protect their patients as well as themselves.

All orthopedic massage courses are introductory level courses. Any massage therapist seeking full orthopedic certification is encouraged to consider studying under Angela's teacher and mentor:

James Waslaski @www.orthomassage.net

Since James Waslaski is teaching in Lexington, KY area I will not be offering orthopedic classes at this time. If you are interested in learning more about Orthopedic Massage I highly recommend you attend one of James' upcoming classes.

Sept. 9 2010

Angela will be presenting at Barboursville Middle School for career exploration.

October 2 & 3, 2010

Massage & Stretch for Peak Performance

8 CE credits

Falling in Love with Massage Therapy Again

8 CE credits

Classes will be held at

Mountwest Community & Technical College

Huntington, WV

Registration is being done through MCTC

November 13 & 14, 2010

9:00am to 6:00pm

$150 per class or $250 both

Working with Special Needs Children

8 CE credits

Orders, SOAP notes & Professional Correspondence for the Massage Therapist in the Medical Field

8 CE credits

Classes will be held at

Thacker Family Physicians

1155 Main Street

Milton, WV

Call 304-633-5021 to register

July 12-18

World Massage Festival

Classes to be announced very soon.

Registration through WMF @ www.worldmassagefestival.com

To Bring Angela to your area call:

(304) 633-5021

or email:

orthomassagespecialists@yahoo.com