Holistic Massage Diploma Assessment Book #
Contents Contents... 2 Study Tips & Suggestions... 3 Assessment Questions... 5 The Application of Massage... 5 Contraindications & Cautions... 7 The Need for Referral... 7 Client Management... 7 Clinical Practice... 7 Congratulations!... 8 2012 Essentially Holistic / Fleur Aromatherapy 2
Study Tips & Suggestions You can study the modules at your own pace, depending on your commitments and lifestyle. There is an assessment for every lesson which is assessed by your personal tutor. Your tutor will mark your work give you feedback, hints and tips along with suggestions for further reading and research. It is advisable to read through the module several times before completing the test paper. We recommend you create a realistic study timetable and then stick to it. Ideally, study periods should be of equal length. Remember that learning is a process which involves several stages of acquiring knowledge. The following recommendations should make the process easier for you. Study in a pleasant environment research shows that you will learn better when relaxed. Experiment do you learn better when listening to music, when moving around, sitting in bed? Concentration try setting a timer to go off after 15 minutes, then forget about it and concentrate on your studies. If your concentration wanders before the alarm goes off, set the timer for 10 minutes. If you can concentrate for 15 minutes, increase the time to 20 minutes. Take a break and walk around after an hour of study. 2012 Essentially Holistic / Fleur Aromatherapy 3
Acquiring new vocabulary I suggest you buy a good dictionary and look up new words; don t guess at the meaning. On-line study can be isolating, so do take advantage of the student forum to make contact with fellow students During the course you will be required to complete and submit a number of case studies, full details of how this is done is included in the course material. So now is the time to start enlisting people to be subjects for your practical studies. When answering the questions make sure that you have covered all the necessary points. Please use diagrams to help illustrate your answers whenever possible (you do not have to be a great artist!) Good luck with your studies. 2012 Essentially Holistic / Fleur Aromatherapy 4
Assessment Questions The Application of Massage Examine and critically appraise the application of massage for specific conditions listed below (Choose one from each body system) 200 300 words for each condition Integumentary system Eczema Psoriasis Acne General allergies Dermatitis Skeletal System Osteoarthritis Rheumatoid arthritis Tendonitis Sprains & strains Synovitis Non-specific back pain The Muscular System Fibrositis Fibromyalgia Repetitive strain injury Carpel tunnel syndrome Chronic fatigue syndrome (ME) The Nervous system Post Natal Depression Seasonal Affective Disorder Clinical Depression Bell s Palsy Trigeminal neuralgia Cerebral Palsy The Endocrine System Hyperthyroidism Hypothyroidism Diabetes mellitus (type I & II) 2013 Essentially Holistic / Fleur Aromatherapy
The Cardiovascular System Haematoma Glandular fever Haemorrhoids Varicose Veins Raynauds syndrome The Lymphatic System Oedema Enlarged Lymph Nodes Lymphoedema Tonsillitis The Immune System Allergies Immunodeficiency diseases e.g. Aids Chronic fatigue syndrome The Respiratory System Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Asthma Bronchitis Emphysema Seasonal rhinitis (hayfever) Sinusitis Common cold Influenza The Digestive System Irritable bowel syndrome Crohn s Disease Coeliac disease Diarrhoea & constipation Anorexia Nervosa Bulimia Obesity The Urinary System Inflammatory disorders e.g. urinary tract infections, cystitis, Effects of poor and ineffective elimination Urinary incontinence Bed wetting 2013 Essentially Holistic / Fleur Aromatherapy 6
The Reproductive System Endometriosis, Infertility, Premenstrual tension Dysmenorrhoea, Amenorrhoea, Post-natal depression Candida albicans Vaginitis Impotence Frigidity Contraindications & Cautions Identify from the list above, the conditions, both local and general, which would require caution when offering massage and state the reasons for caution, along with possible action, including conditions with which the practitioner is unfamiliar with or not confident to treat (Total 300 400 words) The Need for Referral Identify 2 situations which might necessitate referral to other practitioners and demonstrate an understanding of the process of referral, and the roles of other practitioners. (Total 200 300 words) Client Management Explain the requirement for professionalism (200 300 words) Explore the maintenance of professional boundaries (200 300 words) Clinical Practice Compile a consultation sheet / record card and justify the items included. 2013 Essentially Holistic / Fleur Aromatherapy 7
Congratulations! You ve now finished the Theory element of the Holistic Massage Diploma Give yourself a reward You ve worked really hard. 2013 Essentially Holistic / Fleur Aromatherapy 8