Do you have clients with Cancer? Are you unsure about how to provide touch therapy to them safely? We run a four module program that prepares you for both private clinic and hospital based work with cancer sufferers and survivors. We are a member of the International Society for Oncology Massage (S4OM), endorsed by the Quest For Life Foundation and supported by the NSW Cancer Council.
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Oncology Massage Training is a member of the international Society for Oncology Massage (S4OM), endorsed by the Quest For Life Foundation, and supported by the NSW Cancer Council. Eleanor Oyston regularly writes for industry journals such as JAIMA, Massage Australia, AAMT and ATMS, and is known for her work and training programs across Australia, in the US, New Zealand and Europe.
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Oncology Massage©
"One in four Australians will experience cancer in their lifetime and all touch therapists will benefit from our specialist training in oncology massage techniques. "
Massage is one of the most universally used methods of supporting the body to heal.
Touch is an essential part of life that can be received at every part of the journey, no matter what, including cancer treatment or recovery from it.
The person in chemotherapy isn’t going to be given the same massage as the person who has just completed a triathalon.
Adjustments will be needed. And with the right adjustments by a trained massage therapist, everyone with cancer or a history of it can receive massage.
Many of us, when we think of massage, relate it to sore muscles or a chance to unwind. For the person in treatment for cancer or recovering from it, massage takes on other meanings.
As well as being used to work out knots, detoxify the body, or increase range of motion, massage becomes a strategy to lower anxiety and pain, improve energy, or decrease nausea.
A powerful tool for wellbeing at our fingertips.
To enrol, please go to our website at www.oncologymassagetraining.com.au for forms and instructions. Forward all enrolment enquiries to kylie@oncologymassagetraining.com.au
Testimonials:
"(OM1) is essential for understanding the treatment that people with cancer require. (I have) a whole new understanding and sensitivity of everything involved." Barbara, Frankston Sept 2009
"Not only have I walked away with skills for treating clients with cancer, but I have also walked away with skills that can benefit everyone that I treat." Melinda, Canberra Nov 2009
"The course increased my overall understanding of cancer and cancer treatment. It also increased my desire to continue learning how to assist affected people on their journey." Leanne, Canberra Nov 2009
"This (course) gives any therapist a great understanding for dealing with clients with cancer – enabling us to better treat and heal the patient." Emma, Daylesford Feb 2010
"OM is a completely different type of massage. It is designed so the patient can surrender to complete relaxation. You certainly won’t learn this in a massage school." Virginia, Daylesford Feb 2010
"This course is an excellent combination of science and intuition/feeling. Very exciting!
Thank-you." Kate, Daylesford Feb 2010
"I really appreciate the science basis, that then lets you build the emotional, energetic work over the top'...."a catalyst to do more research"..."I also think I have learnt lots that will be relevant to other clients that don't have cancer issues." Heidi, Perth June 2009
"Very informative and there is a need in the community for this information. To give people their power back to make choices"..."Caring teacher, caring environment, great information"......"I loved the whole weekend. It was very more-ish. Not overwhelming. The information was amazing". Megan, Perth June 2009
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Up coming courses 2012:
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Oncology Massage 1
9 - 11 February 2012 RMIT, Melbourne VIC
24 - 26 February 2012 Maroochydore Cancer Council, Buderim QLD
2 - 4 March 2012 Adelaide SA (Venue TBC)
2 - 4 March 2012 OmShanti College, Griffith, Canberra ACT
23 - 25 March 2012 Premier College, Sydney NSW
29 - 31 March 2012 Melbourne VIC (Venue TBC)
13 - 15 April 2012 Maroochydore Cancer Council, Buderim QLD
3 - 5 May 2012 Melbourne VIC (Venue TBC)
1 - 3 June 2012 Gathering Place, Dickson, Canberra ACT
1 - 3 June 2012 Adelaide SA (Venue TBC)
8 - 10 June 2012 Perth WA (Venue TBC)
15 - 17 June 2012 Premier College, Sydney NSW
29 June - 1 July 2012 Maroochydore Cancer Council, Buderim QLD
12 - 14 July 2012 Melbourne VIC (Venue TBC)
3 - 5 August 2012 Premier College, Sydney NSW
24 - 26 August 2012 Buderim QLD (Venue TBC)
20 - 22 September 2012 Melbourne VIC (Venue TBC)
2 - 4 November 2012 Premier College, Sydney NSW
15 - 17 November 2012 Melbourne VIC (Venue TBC)
16 - 18 November 2012 Buderim QLD (Venue TBC)
What will you learn?- 6 units (a unit is a morning or afternoon session of approximately 4 hours with appropriate breaks)
- 9am to 5pm for three days
- Unit 1 - Introduction; opening your heart to cancer; understanding how cancer develops and spreads around the body (science).
- Unit 2 - Pressure, site, position adjustments for clients under going chemotherapy. Pressure adjustment practical – breaking the habits is massage therapy.
- Unit 3 - Understanding fascia; relaxation reflex; pressure, site, position for clients undergoing radiation or surgery.
- Unit 4 - Stem Cell Flow practical; pressure, site, position for clients with appliances, scar tissue and bone metastases.
- Unit 5 - Safe massage for clients after lymph node removal; review of program; taking Oncology Massage into your massage clinic.
Oncology Massage 2
17 - 19 May 2012 Sydney NSW (Venue TBC)
17 - 19 May 2012 Melbourne VIC (Venue TBC)
18 - 20 May 2012 Buderim QLD (Venue TBC)
3 - 5 August 2012 Adelaide SA (Venue TBC)
10 - 12 August 2012 Perth WA (Venue TBC)
10 - 12 August 2012 Gathering Place, Dickson, Canberra ACT
7 - 9 September 2012 Sydney NSW (Venue TBC)
19 - 21 October 2012 Buderim QLD (Venue TBC)
6 - 8 December 2012 Melbourne VIC (Venue TBC)
What will you learn?- 6 units (a unit is a morning or afternoon session of approximately 4 hours with appropriate breaks)
- 9am to 5pm for three days
- Unit 1 - Introduction; science review and development of leading edge research - psychoneuroimmunology (PNI); mindfulness touch; epigenetics; how the immune system works.
- Unit 2 - Review Stem Cell Flow; ‘lymph’ safe stroking; relaxation reflex and bowel blockages; abdominal massage demonstration.
- Unit 3 - Understanding the 4C’s, how beliefs and attitudes shape our health; managing the mind; Managing the new body image after cancer.
- Unit 4 - Abdominal practical; draping review; case study assessment. Discussion.
- Unit 5 - Understanding pain management; nutrition; Alternative verses complementary therapies, supplements and cancer.
- Unit 6 - Ethics; professional supervision – emotional and practical. Out patients supervised treatment. Duration 4 hours including debrief and feed back
Oncology Massage 3
13 - 16 March 2012 Austin Health, VIC
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What will you learn?- 8 units
- 9am to 5pm four days
- Includes hospital visits to chemotherpapy and radiotherapy services
- Unit 1 - Introduction to working in a hospital ward as part of a medical team; OMM2 review; review of 4C’s; Revival of massage as a medical treatment; OH&S in hospital.
- Unit 2 - Communicating with doctors and understanding medical training. Review of research; how to get information from research papers; the importance of referencing. The vocabulary of oncology departments.
- Unit 3 - Adapting to hospital culture and teamwork; infection control; a nursing perspective of oncology massage – nurse educator lecture.
- Unit 4 - Medical devices and procedures; Medical aromatherapy. Therapeutic Touch; Visit to the chemotherapy infusion unit, radiotherapy department and the oncology ward. Patient management and draping in the wards, out patient clinic and massage room.
- Unit 5 - A Chaplaincy perspective of oncology massage. When to call for emotional support for the patient and for yourself.
- Unit 6 - Practical – in or out patient, seated massage; intake notes, observation techniques, supervised treatment.
- Unit 7 - Exam, multi-choice and oral.
- Unit 8 - Debrief of practical session and exam; review of self care; information about Module 4.
Oncology Massage 4
16 - 20 April 2012 Austin Health, VIC
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What will you learn?- 5 days working in an oncology ward under supervision
- Hours to suit ward staff and includes approx 6 massages per day
- Practical application of Modules 1,2 & 3 in a hospital environment.
- Individual instruction prior to massage session focusing on presenting issues of patients.
- Debriefing for therapist following massage session, or at the end of the day, with the instructor
- Recording research information as required and contributing to the research program, as necessary.
- Attain a position on the roster of massage therapists available to work for a hospital, if all requirements of the Module 4 program are completed.
All Costs include hand outs and written information which is kept current with medical and complementary therapy research.
Course content is written and compiled by Eleanor Oyston
For more information or to enrol visit www.oncologymassagetraining.com.au.
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