Visceral Abdominal Massage Certificate Course

Learn how Visceral Abdominal Massage can help with pelvic floor, shoulder pain, digestive issues and much more (2 CEUs)

What you'll learn

Will learn how to assess the abdominal area for any restrictions that could be causing issues elsewhere

Learn techniques for all the organs including the diaphragm, liver, gallbladder and bladder

Become a specialist for people who have pelvic pain, constipation, digestive issues and more

Learn the anatomy and physiology of the organs as it relates to local and global pain within the body

Requirements

None

Description

In this massage course, Mike Everson, Manual Osteopath, Registered Massage Therapist and Yoga Teacher is going to guide you through how to deliver visceral abdominal massage. Visceral abdominal massage is traditionally done by osteopaths but can easily be done by any manual therapy practitioner as a way to treat abdominal pain, constipation, back pain, pelvic pain, and much more. Visceral abdominal massage is a gentle, hands-on therapy used to help your internal organs (viscera) glide smoothly within your body. Your internal organs are surrounded by connective tissue that holds them in place in the body. Healthy connective tissue should move easily to allow organs to slide on each other when you flex or rotate your torso. Adhered or inflamed connective tissue impedes small but significant movements. This creates visceral discomfort and dysfunction which can lead to restricted movement and pain in other parts of the body. Other things like underlying conditions, post-surgical adhesions and infections can also cause abdominal restrictions and referral pain.   This course is perfect for therapists looking to have a complete understanding of the human body, knowing how the health of the organs can effect pain all over the body and also how to treat that pain is essential for any manual therapist to know to be as effective and helpful as possible.  You can study and complete this entire course in the comfort of your own home with lifetime access to the videos in case you need to go back, review and re-inspire yourself! In this course you are going to learn:> How to assess the abdominal area for any restrictions that could be causing issues elsewhere> Learn techniques for all the organs including the diaphragm, liver, gallbladder and bladder etc. > Become a specialist for people who have pelvic pain, constipation, digestive issues and much more> Learn the anatomy and physiology of the organs as it relates to local and global pain within the bodyEnroll now! Grow your knowledge base and practice today!*Accredited for 2 CEUs through the NCBTMB

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Section 2: Visceral Abdominal Theory

Lecture 2 Mobility vs. Motility

Lecture 3 Rhythms of the Body

Lecture 4 Visceral Assessment Tools

Lecture 5 Things that Affect Normal Abdominal Motion

Lecture 6 Indications and Contraindications

Lecture 7 Peritoneal/Retroperitoneal

Lecture 8 Peristalsis

Lecture 9 Emotional Relationships

Section 3: Diaphragm

Lecture 10 Diaphragm Anatomy

Lecture 11 Side-lying Myofascial Release

Lecture 12 Cleaning the Lower Ribs

Lecture 13 Opening the Costal Arch

Lecture 14 The Human Breath Assist

Lecture 15 Diaphragmatic Opener

Lecture 16 Crus of the Diaphragm

Lecture 17 Psoas Muscle Energy Technique

Section 4: Liver

Lecture 18 Liver Anatomy

Lecture 19 Liver Assessment

Lecture 20 Liver Viscoelastic Technique

Lecture 21 Ligamentous Fascial Stretch

Lecture 22 Sluggish Liver Vibration Technique

Lecture 23 Liver Recoil Technique

Section 5: Gallbladder

Lecture 24 Gallbladder Anatomy

Lecture 25 Gallbladder Assessment

Lecture 26 Gallbladder Treatment Sequence

Section 6: Spleen

Lecture 27 Spleen Anatomy

Lecture 28 Indirect Mobilization

Lecture 29 Spleen Sling Wringing

Lecture 30 Rib Pulling Technique

Lecture 31 Spleen-Stomach Vibration Technique

Section 7: Stomach

Lecture 32 Stomach Anatomy

Lecture 33 Stomach Assessment

Lecture 34 Lesser Curvature Technique

Lecture 35 Pylorus Dilation

Lecture 36 Stomach Lift

Section 8: Kidneys

Lecture 37 Kidney Anatomy

Lecture 38 Kidney Assessment

Lecture 39 Kidney Technique

Lecture 40 Kidney-Psoas Muscle Energy Technique

Section 9: Pancreas

Lecture 41 Pancreas Anatomy

Lecture 42 Pancreas Indirect Technique

Lecture 43 3 Vagus Nerve Exercises

Section 10: Small Intestine

Lecture 44 Small Intestine Anatomy

Lecture 45 The Root of Mesentery

Lecture 46 Small Intestine Techniques

Section 11: Large Intestine

Lecture 47 Large Intestine Anatomy

Lecture 48 Cecum Relaxation Technique

Lecture 49 Large Intestine Techniques

Section 12: Bladder

Lecture 50 Bladder Anatomy

Lecture 51 Pelvic Fascial Stretch

Lecture 52 Ureter Stretch

Section 13: Traditional Abdominal Massage

Lecture 53 Bringing it all Together

Lecture 54 (Opu Huli) Traditional Abdominal Massage for Constipation

Section 14: Conclusion

Lecture 55 Conclusion

Massage Therapists,Osteopaths,Physiotherapists,Chiropractors,Naturopaths,Herbalists