Saving Your Body, Saving Your Career: 5 Keys to Self-Care for Massage Therapists
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About the Course:
This course outlines basic self-care practices for massage therapists with the goal of creating a sustainable career in a profession with a high rate of practitioner burnout. It is designed for both new practitioners who are just beginning their massage therapy careers and seasoned professionals who would benefit from a refresher course on these practices.
Learning Objectives:
This course outlines basic self-care practices for massage therapists with the goal of creating a sustainable career in a profession with a high rate of practitioner burnout. It is designed for both new practitioners who are just beginning their massage therapy careers and seasoned professionals who would benefit from a refresher course on these practices.
Learning Objectives:
- Recognize the physical demands of massage therapy and the importance of self-care for career longevity.
- Examine your techniques and body mechanics for optimal safety.
- Set a sustainable work schedule and implement healthy boundaries to avoid burnout.
- Recognize the importance of a healthy lifestyle, including diet and exercise.
- Practice what you preach: get regular massage.